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By Les Huysmans As a parent, thinking back to your own school days, have you ever wondered why some of your most memorable learning experiences were the ones that combined more than one subject? Maybe you did a project organised by your science and art teachers, or maybe your language teacher explored history through literature,…
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By Les Huysmans Photo adapted from Pexels.com Parents often ask me how they should proceed with their children playing on the phone or tablet too often. They have read or heard some advice but cannot make a decision, because of three reasons. First, there is so much advice available. Second, which of it is actually…
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By Les Huysmans Photo adapted from Pexels.com Academic coaching is still in its infancy in Thailand, and when people hear about it, they often do not completely understand what it is about. Some think it is like English teaching, while others wonder if it is like counselling. In reality, it is neither and it is…
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By Les Huysmans I often get asked by parents how they can help their children at home, to help their child succeed, build their confidence and deal with excessive screen time. To help your child at home, it’s important to understand your child’s character and behaviour, your parenting style, and the resources available to you.…
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One of the easiest and most underused ways (in Thailand) to match teenage students with technology in today’s classroom is the podcast. I have created these multiple times, in different classes and for different ages. Creating classroom podcasts can be a fun and engaging way for students to improve their English language skills, as well…
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By Les Huysmans I often get asked for examples of what my classroom activities look like, so here is one we did in a teenage ESL classroom several years ago. Students were tasked with a creative and hands-on project that involved brainstorming ideas and deciding on a topic. They did so and decided on creating…
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Long read By Les Huysmans Where we are now The education system in Thailand has faced persistent challenges that have been widely reported in the media. From poor performance in international assessments to outdated rules and regulations, inadequate resources, and a lack of effective communication, the issues affecting the system are complex and interwoven. Despite…
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Is your child struggling with any of the following situations: If you recognise your child in this, then they likely suffer from a lack of executive function skills. This is not unusual and can be corrected! What are the PROVEN (see references bottom of page) benefits from academic coaching for primary/elementary and secondary/high school students?…
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A variety of factors should be taken into consideration, when you (or your child) are ready to work with an academic coach. Cost & availability The cost and availability of academic coaching services can vary depending on a variety of factors, such as the location, the qualifications and experience of the coach, and the specific…
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Selecting a qualified and experienced academic coach is important because it ensures that the student will receive the best possible guidance and support. A qualified and experienced coach will have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to help students succeed academically. Knowledge and expertise A qualified and experienced coach will have a deep understanding of…