Here we are: parents, teachers and students, all indoors trying to make the most of it. As a parent, I bet the expression you most hear is ‘I’m boooored!’ and you’re just wondering what to do. Here is a list of possible activities that are both fun and educational: 1–‘I’m bored Bingo!’ 2–Time for board … Read more
As schools around the world are forced to move to online learning and teaching, here is a list of sites some schools around the world report using: 1–Google Classroom seems to be the most popular and has great feedback https://edu.google.com/products/classroom/?modal_active=none They have a section dedicated to the present situation, where teachers and IT staff receive … Read more
Concerns over news, in general, can make everyone anxious and that includes children. It’s very important to remember that children look to adults for guidance. This means parents AND teachers, and they react according to what they see, hear and/or feel. It is important to communicate the facts to them using age appropriate language and … Read more
Whether you are a teacher trying to get hired or a parent looking for the best school for your children, here are 6 traits all great schools have in common. They guarantee you a great employer and an amazing school for your children. 1–They have clear policies. These policies include staff related responsibilities and support, … Read more
For one reason or the other, online teaching/learning is booming. Hundreds of platforms recruit teachers, especially English teachers, to teach online to students around the world. Due to the latest health scare around the world, thousands of children in various countries are trying to keep up academically while learning how to use EdTech. What do … Read more
Millions of students, especially in China, have been forced to study online for about two months now. This is expected to continue for awhile. With the outbreak spreading to other countries, including Europe, school principals, teachers, parents and students are all faced with learning to cope with distance education. Will this situation boost the idea … Read more
As parents we obviously want the best for our children: the best life, the best environment, the best school. As they are what is most precious to us, we are scared to death of them catching a disease or facing a chronic illness such as diabetes or cancer. Thus, we put our maximum efforts into … Read more
Should teachers ask their students to do homework? This seems to be the question of the week, with the UAE axing homework from all state schools and some private entities following their example. Parents have expressed a mix of worry and acceptance. Some are hoping for more quality family time, while others are dreading an … Read more
Following our FAME test a few weeks ago, Excellence in Expat Education has designated Maadi British International School in Cairo, an Expat Parents’ School of Choice. Here are the reasons for which we recommend this school to all expatriates looking for the best international school in Cairo, Egypt. Excellent Academics Quality of teaching staff. Your … Read more
Senida Kiehl is very proud to have been interviewed by Taghreed Hussein on Nile TV International’s The Daily Debate.