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What accounting teachers assume students already know (but often don’t)

The hidden gaps: When accounting teachers assume students already know the basics.

Educators of basic accounting often find themselves meticulously dissecting debits and credits, the accounting equation, and the nuances of financial statements. They craft explanations, devise examples, and patiently guide students through the initial complexities of the subject. Yet, sometimes, despite their best efforts, a subset of students continues to struggle …

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Learning is hard: 5 steps to knowing your work

Learning is hard: 5 steps to knowing your work

Struggling to understand information can be frustrating. What’s worse is when you actually understand a lesson but the next day, you cannot remember anything. Learning is hard for many students so don’t think it’s just you. There are strategies used in schools like Study Zone Institute that help students to …

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The outspoken student: Encouraging healthy communication

How to support and guide the outspoken student in the classroom.

An outspoken student is someone who has an opinion about almost everything and is not afraid to share it. This student is eager to answer every question posed by the teacher and often provides counterarguments to points made by others. Their confidence and enthusiasm can be both a blessing and …

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Personalised learning: Tailoring education for every student’s success

Discover how to implement personalised learning techniques, including differentiated instruction and multi-sensory activities.

Personalised learning represents a paradigm shift in education, moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach to a student-centered model that acknowledges and celebrates individual differences. At its core, personalised learning is about understanding each student’s unique needs, preferences, and learning styles, and then crafting instruction that empowers them to learn at …

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Learning styles – visual, auditory, read-write, kinesthetic

Understanding learning styles: Tailoring education for every student.

Just as personal preferences shape our choices in food, entertainment, and hobbies, they also influence how we absorb and retain information. Recognising this, educators have identified four primary learning styles: visual, auditory, read-write, and kinesthetic. These styles represent distinct sensory pathways through which individuals process and understand new concepts most …

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