The latest young mental health reports from Mission Australia and the Black Dog Institute have unearthed some startling information. 24.2 per cent of young people experienced mental distress (up from 18.7 per cent in 2012). Mental health experts say they are unclear as to why the rates are getting worse. More detail in ‘Mental health concerns increasingly common among young…read more →
Sometimes, when I set a task for the students in my class, I’d get the question, ‘Is this for assessment?’ When I said that it wasn’t, I’d then get, ‘They why do I need to do this?’ I’d try and explain the many reasons with ‘because….’ answers, where I would focus on things like skills development, extending previous learning, new…read more →
In ‘Getting Ready for the Age of Experiential Education’, Matthew Lynch refers to the definition for experiential learning identified by the Association for Experiential Education as ‘a teaching philosophy that informs many methodologies in which educators purposefully engage with learners in direct experience and focused reflection in order to increase knowledge, develop skills, clarify values, and develop people’s capacity to…read more →
Kids just don’t seem to be reading nearly as much these days. Research studies and anecdotal reports from teachers, teacher librarians and librarians indicate that a majority of teens don’t read for pleasure at all. In the article, ‘7 ways to get teens reading in a smartphone culture‘, the author comments that smartphones and teens’ use of social media play…read more →
Teens, aged between 12-15, can join us for Genius Camp North Lakes, QLD on 18th and 19th December 2019. Attend this fun-packed, 2-day, non-residential event where you will discover your true genius and natural path to success. You will leave this micro-camp knowing what makes you unique and how you can add value and make a difference in the world.
It’s R U OK? Day – all about making meaningful connections with people around us and starting conversations with anyone who is struggling with life. BTW – here are some great conversation starters. So, I thought this idea by a teacher on how she checks in with her students worth a share – Check-in board to support mental health. The…read more →
Looking forward to being an exhibitor at the YES (Young Entrepreneur Summit) program on Friday 13 September. Fiftysix Creations and Business Camp will host the event in Redlands. YES is designed for 12 – 25 year old students aiming to become future scientists, innovators, engineers, technologists and entrepreneurs. Students will learn from change makers about the importance of hard skills…read more →
I read an interesting post on The Tech Edvocate that outlined 5 ways technology is making students anxious. This is a snip from the post – ‘Psychological well-being as measured by self-esteem, life satisfaction, and happiness suddenly decreased amongst students after 2012. This decrease in psychological well-being and increase in anxiety levels are linked to the advent of smartphone technology…read more →
A recent OECD PISA report on students’ well-being revealed some significant findings. Students identified a number of factors, including exam anxiety, poor grades, meeting assignment deadlines, peer & social pressure, non-supportive teachers (and schools), for feeling stressed about their performance at school. It was interesting to note that students also made reference to “emotionally remote parents” adding to their stress…read more →
I watched a great interview this morning on ABC TV about Jess AKA Study With Jess. Her mission is to help students live happy, healthy and productive lives. Her YouTube channel has a range of informative and helpful videos on how to get organised, beat stress, boost your grades and more. She has also written a study guide for students….read more →