XtraSchool

Building the next generation of superstars in Southeast Asia with curated and interactive smart skill classes through our hybrid learning platform

[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

Emotional literacy is often neglected when teaching children. Here are 4 ways of building emotional literacy amongst children.

#xtraschool #EmotionalIntelligence
#lifeskills

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[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

Many of the skills mentioned here are things kids will need to learn outside school. Parents play an important part in developing these skills.

#xtraschool #futureoflearning #smartskills #lifeskills

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[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

We're kicking off a new edutalk series called Disrupt School. We'll be speaking to experts, parents and children who are approaching education differently. Join us on our Instagram channel (https://t.co/t5ALMNHDVU) tonight at 9pm (GMT+8).

#education #futureskills #xtraschool

[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

Infographics... Love 'em or hate 'em, they're a good way to teach children to identify key points and visually describe those points using their creativity. Check out some of the tools and techniques in creating good ones.
#xtraschool #futureofeducation
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[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

Creativity begins to die when we fail to celebrate curiosity.

We reward students for getting the right answer, but not for asking good questions. We promote managers for delivering results, but not for developing new ideas.

Encouraging imagination is the mother of invention.

[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

This is so true. Most times parents and teachers force their thoughts and opinions into the children. Teaching them to think is more crucial if we want to get them future-ready.

#xtraschool #smartskills #21stcenturyskills

[TED-Ed @TED_ED]

Critical thinking is a vital life skill.

[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

Schools serve the academically-inclined. What about the rest, the misunderstood troublemakers and geniuses? Who helps them realize their true potential?

#xtraschool #EducationForAll #education

[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

Passion shouldn't be confused with not knowing what to do in their careers. Schools and parents need to help children decide where best to apply their talents and abilities. Finding ones passion is a task that requires proper planning.
#xtraschool

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[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

This is so true! Unfortunately, our education system still rewards a tiny minority who can do well in exams while punishing the majority who have other forms of intelligences.
#xtraschool #futureofeducation #personalisedlearning

[Dr. Bryan Pearlman #MaslowBeforeBloom @DrP_Principal]

What else do we need to bring back?

[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

Soft skills are crucial! I've interviewed lots of candidates and found them lacking in basic skills like critical thinking and problem-solving. Check this article out which shows reasons why soft skills are important
https://t.co/asSiHGBqOF

#xtraschool #softskills #futureskills

[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

"A life lived without scars is a life not lived at all." This phrase came to my mind, when my daughter picked a small scar the other day. We need to give our children the opportunity to make mistakes and get hurt. Helicopter parenting only limits their ability to shine!

[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

Nice and simple way of defining gamification. Gamification and game-based learning will transform education if used properly. We use both on our learning platform.

[TeachThought @TeachThought]

The definition of gamification is the application of game-like mechanics to non-game entities to encourage a specific behavior.

The Difference Between Gamification And Game-Based Learning https://t.co/xljDl9bo0k

[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

@TeachThought Nice and simple way of defining gamification. Gamification and game-based learning will transform education if used properly.

[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

We are constantly looking to use technology to improve our learners experience. Here are some of the advancements made possible with the use of AI in education.
#edtech #xtraschool #futureoflearning https://t.co/6Olgo0Kt80

[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

After almost 2 years of not having physical schooling, kids across the world are going back to school. My kids are anxious about returning to their school. What challenges would these kids face adapting to this "new" form of learning?

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These are some skills that kids will need in the future... https://t.co/AWC91uUQDo
But as parents, what are we doing to equip them with these skills? Do we let them develop it on their own, or do we want to get them future-ready today?!

[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

RT @nathalialim whoever that is reading this, pls RT and share about @xtra_school - a place where we offer non-academic classes cause we believe in interactive learning. Smart skills is the future and we want to prep your kids/or you for that!!

[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

Children have various forms of intelligences but current assessment models only validate rote learners. This needs to change.
#futureofeducation #xtraschool #smartskills
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[XtraSchool @xtra_school]

Typical education systems reward a tiny minority of academically inclined students while punishing the majority.
#futureofeducation #xtraschool #smartskills