Monthly Archives: October, 2019
The semi-circle conundrum…
In the aftermath of this year’s PSLE Maths paper, there was an uproar on a few questions, one of which was the semi-circle question (see below). Without jumping onto the bandwagon to discuss how to solve, I will like to offer another perspective. Such questions are classified under Spatial Visualisation, which relates to ability of …
Important dates for graduating students
Dear parents, Please note the following dates for results and posting of schools https://www.moe.gov.sg/education/national-examinations/national-exams-timetable#psle Regards, Eric
Conversation with parents
The end of this year would have marked 23 complete years in teaching. In all my students, I endeavour not to earn, but to inspire and leave footprints in their lives. The next course of enrolment for students has actually started, and I have since spoken to six families over the past week. In addressing …
A hearty conversation
Had a hearty 50-minute talk with this parent last night, after this message came in. In all my posts, I endeavour to highlight that it’s very easy to find an “academically-accomplished” tutor to guide a child, but it’s not easy to find one that can motivate them with a tinge of parenting element. Bearing in …
Passion In Learning 