​Every teacher enjoys a class where their pupils are engaged, having fun but most importantly, learning! To ensure learning has taken place, as teachers, we generally give our pupils an exam and grade their responses. But the best way to check their learning, is by having an immediate response. This can be completed in class through student responses, feedback and participation. A student who is struggling with the content of the lesson will not be able to take part in the learning, therefore a barrier is created, preventing the pupil from success. An effective way to measure the success of the lesson is by how involved the pupils are. Below are some tips to help student participation in class. 

Do your kids struggle remembering some of the times tables? Usually it's a particular set that can be a challenge for some. One strategy that I've found helps (especially for auditory learners) is using catchy songs. The added benefit of using YouTube video songs is that your visual learners will get to see the facts.  So, in this week's post, I've taken the hassle of the search out for you. Bookmark these awesome times tables songs from 1-12 to help your kids at home or in the classroom remember the multiplication facts. 

​This article focuses on some tips and tricks to help your little one master the skill of time tables. 

Students may be able to read a chapter or section of a book on their own, but are they really comprehending what is being said? Teachers must learn to recognize the answer to that question and, in turn, support students' comprehension of written material. Of course, that's easier said than done.