HELP FOR SCIENCE

[kaydenbrown]

Looks like Tony Buzan was indeed one of the best thinkers of this generation… his mindmaps are one of the most effective learning tools.


For me I like 3-D mindmaps. I sometimes get my students to use actual paper cards and link them in all directions using straws or metal wires.

[Ontheballmother]

NIEtrainedTEACHER:

Hi Jen,


Well, to begin Science is a subject where you need to remember a substantial amount of facts and concepts. My students used to have a difficult time doing this.

I usually advocate a 3 steps approach,

1. Draw out a topical concept map. This would help you child in terms of remembering the key words to the particular concepts.

2. Immediately after the concept map is done, practice with MCQ questions first. This would allow the concept to sink in without the stress of writing out sentences. The more your child performs this, the more the concept will sink in. Remember, just do this topically do not mix topics.

3. Review the concepts again and then practice with the open ended questions. The best would be with questions that has a set up for them to study. Once again, the more the better.

After the 3 steps have been achieved, move on to the next topic. Prior to the termly assessment, review the topics again. You may also ask you child to redo the earlier practices as this allow the concepts to be refreshed in the mind.

Regards

Hi, I am also looking for a tutor for my P4 boy. Can you pm me your contact details. Why not just indicate in the forum :? I'm sure alot of parents are keen to have the contact details lor :lol:

[momo-chan]

I am really interested in getting you as my child's tutor.

Could u send me your handphone number to the following e-mail please?
mojomojo_1995@hotmail.com


Regards

[NIEtrainedTEACHER]

Hi Ontheballmother and momo-chan,


Sorry that my this reply came abit late cause I was very busy with the ongoings at my centre.

Anyway, you can email me at dani@thinkerslab.com.sg for further queries.

Regards,
NIEtrainedTEACHER

[bitchymum]

NIEtrainedTEACHER:

Hi Jen,


Well, to begin Science is a subject where you need to remember a substantial amount of facts and concepts. My students used to have a difficult time doing this.

I usually advocate a 3 steps approach,

1. Draw out a topical concept map. This would help you child in terms of remembering the key words to the particular concepts.

2. Immediately after the concept map is done, practice with MCQ questions first. This would allow the concept to sink in without the stress of writing out sentences. The more your child performs this, the more the concept will sink in. Remember, just do this topically do not mix topics.

3. Review the concepts again and then practice with the open ended questions. The best would be with questions that has a set up for them to study. Once again, the more the better.

After the 3 steps have been achieved, move on to the next topic. Prior to the termly assessment, review the topics again. You may also ask you child to redo the earlier practices as this allow the concepts to be refreshed in the mind.

Regards

Can give example of a concept map? TIA

[NIEtrainedTEACHER]

Hi there Bitchymum,


Well an example could be found at the following link.

http://www.wv-hsta.org/inspiration/Adkins/water_cycle_map.jpg

Regards,
NIEtrainedTEACHER

[agpsle]

Mindmaps are indeed good and encouraged as a Science learning tool these days. However, learners who are not inclined towards the visual learning style may not find it effective. I am one good example and prefer notes in point-form.

[Tinkerlab]

Dear parents,

You may wish to visit this thread below for an additonal option

http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=18427

It is a centre that uses a wide array of strategies to cater to children with different learning styles, be it kinesthetic, linguistic or visual.

[kitty2]

NIEtrainedTEACHER:

Hi there Bitchymum,


Well an example could be found at the following link.

http://www.wv-hsta.org/inspiration/Adkins/water_cycle_map.jpg

Regards,
NIEtrainedTEACHER

Wonder why there's an error for the above link

[Dorcas Chee]

Hi, just wondering if anyone knows if there is good dvd for teaching Science for my girl on the market now.