I’m a firm believer in backward curriculum planning. To me, it makes no sense to pick an activity and then try to find a curriculum objective that will justify using it. Starting with the learning ...

Every day, teachers walk a tightrope. We balance the need to address discrete bits of information likely to be tested against our certain knowledge that deep learning will benefit students most.

Washington: Not only academics but a person's analytical skills are of great importance to an employer. A new study highlights the link between an undergraduate's critical thinking skills with their ...

It’s no secret that everyday life was disrupted during the pandemic, and kids’ normal routines were shattered. Relationships, interactions, outside school activities, and school itself were sacrificed ...

Join us on Wednesday 11 March 5.30pm to 7.30pm to share ideas and advice about making the most of extracurricular groups in schools Whether it’s a fun baking society or academic support to get ...

Some parents may assume that if they want their child to sing in a choir, act in a play or participate in competitive sports, a private school is probably not for them. However, that simply is not the ...

If you’re wondering, “What are the best extracurricular activities for college applications?” you’re probably a high school student preparing your college applications and wanting to impress ...

(CNN) -- If you're worried about your kids' mental health, particularly because of the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing mandates, less screen time and more extracurricular activities will help, ...

Teenagers who spend less time in front of screens and more time in extracurricular activities such as sports and art fare better in terms of mental health, according to the findings of a new study.