Why We Should Be Looking At Children S Learning From A Long Term Perspective

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With the final exams looming, we favor more intense practice and repetition of our studies rather than achieving mastery and understanding of a syllabus. It’s an understandable circumstance as the exam results reflect their academic performance

However, do their results truly reflect what they’ve learned accurately? Do they achieve true understanding or simply know how to answer the questions and maximize their gain of marks

It is common knowledge among parents that early childhood education is important in social, cognitive and career/academic development. While parents want their children to get a headstart, often it is misplaced to stand out among peers and aim for the best exam results. Learning should be more balanced than chasing the best results possible. While indeed important, learning should be a habit or means to a goal of success, ambition and personal development

Developing foundational skills is one factor; another factor parents also overlooked is honing those skills. Children’s learning is an ongoing process. Through this process, we can identify their strengths, flaws, and learning styles. Identifying these can help with their journey of not only their textbook learning but also their learning to know more about the world around them

Questions have to be raised when we see reforms in our curriculum requiring students to study school syllabi that are deemed overboard. Is there too much homework or assignments for children to do today? Does the pressure of performing well in exams make them miss the true aim of learning? Is learning supposed to be as torturous as we make it out to be

These are some reasons why the demand for homeschooling and private schooling is rising. There is an emphasis on learning based on the child’s suitability and pace of learning. This is where Eye Level can fulfill this need through tailored and personalized learning programs. They offer subjects of Math and English where learning is based on your child’s level. Eye Level Malaysia has over 100 centers currently, catering to thousands of children

Find out more about Eye Level Malaysia at myeyelevel.com. Book your child’s diagnostic test for free today!

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