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In aiding learners with ADHD, it is important to bear in mind that profiles vary. Dr Choi Pui Meng, senior educational psychologist with the Ministry of Education highlights impulsivity - impatience and action without foresight - as the core target concern because it underlies the other areas of difficulty.  Effective strategies target the three defining symptoms of ADHD: inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. Here are some: 1. Limit Distractions In English Tuition classes, u ncluttered and simple work spaces improve focus so put away unnecessary stationery and furniture. Eliminate ambient noise and access to electronic devices. A child should also be seated away from doors or windows to minimise external sources of distraction. 2. Use Visual and Audio Cues Selectively Children with ADHD often fail to give close attention to key details or make careless mistakes. In verbal instruction, use pauses and alterations in tone or speed for emphasis. Instead of directives, gently guide

Feeling unsure of how to help your child tackle creative writing? Here are three useful techniques that can vivify your child’s composition and give them that coveted ‘A’! Write from a different perspective Let us put ourselves into the shoes of the examiner for a second. Suppose the examiner marks dozens of scripts that have similar character and plot. Surely it gets a little monotonous after a while? Most students tend to write their compositions from the perspective of a child or student like themselves, even though the current PSLE composition topics that comes in examination format provides room for students to be more creative. While this approach allows them to write with verisimilitude, the lack of variation can cause the compositions to come across as being somewhat stale.  How then should students breathe some originality into their compositions? Let us look how they can tackle creative writing from a more imaginative perspective. Take for example a topic that requires stude

When students seek advice on how to improve on their English, a common pointer that they receive is to read, read and read some more! Indeed, maintaining a good reading habit is essential to strengthening your child’s language foundation. However, reading can be a discouraging process as it typically requires a considerable time before discernible improvements can be seen. This begets the question- is there perhaps also a more direct strategy to score in English exams? To wit, here are some ways in which English tuition can provide a more guided approach to facilitate your child’s understanding. Small class size English tuition enhances the quality of a student’s learning Needless to say, a conducive environment plays a huge role in shaping students’ learning progress. An optimal learning experience should take place in a classroom where every student receives close guidance and personalised attention from the teacher. In fact, research has indicated that students who receive a more

Have you ever read an English Model Composition like this and wondered, “How can I write like that?” or, “What makes a piece of writing Model-Composition-worthy?”? This quick guide will walk you through the ingredients of a typical English composition, and what you should include in each section. English Model Composition Essential Elements of Primary School English Composition Writing: 1. Introduction Your introduction is the first thing your reader’s eyes land on when they begin reading your composition. It eases your reader into the world you’ve created, urging them to read on and to find out what happens next. Because of this, your introduction needs to: Capture your reader’s attention  Set the context or setting in which your story evolves Map out how your story relates to the given topic Story Starters are one of the best ways to begin your story in a captivating way without sounding too abrupt. They also help you to paint the setting of your story naturally. Here are two commo