The Foundations of Zoos
January 7, 2022
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As a child, when my parents would ask me where I wanted to go over the weekend, I wouldn’t say Legoland or the park or
Category: Career & exploration
Nature of Science – Understanding how Science Works
September 10, 2021
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Nature of Science (NOS) is one of the core components of science literacy and a fundamental element in most international curricular frameworks. NOS draws on
How to Become A Good Leader–Starting with These Five Qualities
July 19, 2021
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What comes to your mind when you think of a leader? Is it the idea of a leader in action, guiding others in a particular
Procrastination
July 16, 2021
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What is procrastination? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, procrastination means “to put off intentionally the doing of something that should be done.”1 Procrastination has become
Why Space Exploration Is Important
May 25, 2021
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Mankind has been dealing with challenges since the first days of its existence. Human beings across civilizations have had to come up with solutions for
How to Develop a Growth Mindset
May 20, 2021
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Take Action Toward a Growth Mindset I believe it is rare for a person to wake up with a huge burst of energy and
How to Create Your Own Mind-Mapping Techniques for Any Subject
March 19, 2021
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What is a mind map? Mind mapping is a practical technique for presenting and organizing information in a creative way. A mind map displays
Virtual Learning versus In-Person: What Are the Pros and Cons?
February 12, 2021
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While virtual learning has its advantages, some students may not have enough resources at home to learn virtually or to enhance their learning outside of the classroom. In addition to this, it may be harder for some students to focus if school is online, which will decrease the amount of learning done.
The Power of a Growth Mindset
January 15, 2021
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In society today, there are two types of mindsets that we commonly see: a fixed mindset and a growth mindset. Carol Dweck, Stanford University’s talented researcher and professor, asserts that a fixed mindset constricts people into thinking that their internal and external qualities are stuck in stone and cannot be changed. In other words, these individuals believe that they are inherently good or bad at a task; therefore, failure is interpreted as a reflection of themselves rather than an opportunity for growth.
Improving Problem Solving Skills
January 15, 2021
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From the day we are born until the day we die, problems are our fellow travelers in our journey of life. They are key factors in our upbringing throughout our lifetime. If there were no problems, there would be no development of skills, or character, or progress toward a better future. Someone defined problems as a gift: without them we wouldn’t grow, while another one defined problems not as stop signs, but as guidelines.