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To be attributed to Dr Rukaiya Harianwala , M.Sc.(OT), Occupational therapist, The Aditya Birla Integrated School To understand this lets first understand what is LEARNING DISABILITIY and what is OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY LEARNING DISABILITIES are conditions that affect an individual’s ability to understand or use spoken or written language, do mathematical calculations, coordinate movements, or direct attention. These individuals have a difficulty in understanding new or complex information i.e. learning new skills. Although learning disabilities occur in very young children, the disorders are usually not recognized until the child reaches a school going age. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY helps children to maximize their potential through interventions in the areas of gross and…

Praseeja Nambiar, Career and Guidance Counsellor, Stonehill International School, Bangalore Studying abroad is a life-changing experience for every student as they get a chance to experience the culture, history, and society of a different country. Besides that, they also get to explore and travel. But the decision to study abroad comes with its own set of challenges. From shortlisting countries and universities to finalising a course and filling out the application form, the entire process can be quite intimidating for any aspirant. Setting realistic goals while college planning can be very helpful in tackling unprecedented issues, especially during the pandemic,…

What after 12th? What courses after 12th? Ask any student of class 12 about their career path, and you are more than likely to get confusing answers. This is because there are a vast multitude of options available today. The decision to choose a course or a career path should be based on your interests, your understanding of the course, and future career prospects. If you are one of those who find technology an interesting path to choose, a career in software development is a smart choice. Here we share the why, how, and what of software development. Technology plays…

By Abhilash R – Founder & CEO, Bloombloom The year 2013 saw an alternative pedagogy erupt on a 4th Street in San Francisco in the United States of America, headed by a former Google employee by the name Max Ventilla. Funded by revered names in the technology biome, including that of Mark Zuckerberg and Andressen Horowitz, the ‘Alt School’ as it was called expanded itself to four locations in the later years, eventually ceasing operations on an institutional basis to rebrand itself as a software company focusing on Education and Technology called ‘Altitude Learning’. It’s an obvious case of “gone…

Piya Marker, Director – Head of School, The Aditya Birla Integrated School Exams mean different things to different people. For students it is an ordeal, and for parents it is a gateway to their child’s career. During this stressful time, students with learning difficulties may be prone to suffering from exam stress. They can experience worry, inattentiveness and cognitive obstruction, and often need a little help to overcome these obstacles and be confident while appearing for an exam. On the occasion of World Happiness day, ahead of the exam season, here are four techniques to help destress your children with…

Building and maintaining an app is an IT project, but it’s also a communications project. We’ve solved this dilemma through distributed governance. By Craig Biles As the manager of UNCG Mobile, our mobile campus app at the University of North Carolina Greensboro, I have two bosses. On paper, my supervisor is our university webmaster within the Information Technology Services (ITS) division. But, I also report informally to the senior director of University Communications. Not only do I have two bosses, but I also divide my time equally between these two business units. My job is a split position, funded 50…

Rupali Lamkhade, Teaching Faculty- Junior School, The Aditya Birla Integrated School A special educator is someone who works with students who have a variety of disabilities. They give each individual student the tools and guidance needed to help them succeed. These specially-trained educators are responsible for creating and applying an appropriate curriculum and assigning activities that are specific to each student’s abilities and needs. Special educators not only involve themselves in each student’s academic performance but also in social and behavioral development of the students. Here’s a quick definition of a learning disability: It is a disorder that inhibits the…

In the last two decades, there has been a sustained growth in International Schools being set up across the country – both small and big, chains of school, franchises and their affiliations to various boards from National boards – CBSE and ICSE to International Boards like Cambridge Assessments International Education(CAIE) and the International Baccalaureate Organisation(IBO). In recent times, there are other additions like the Finland education system, the Waldorf schools and the others, when we speak about International Schooling. There are schools which adopt the tag ‘International’ to their names even if they are following the National Curriculum like ICSE…

For most people, a large part of their life is spent in the workplace. Your work environment has a direct effect on the quality of life you lead. And since most jobs will not be done in solitude, but will be carried out in teams, your success rests on working with other people to achieve your common goals as much as it does on the individual job you do.Should you lack the skills to navigate the work environment and the people you work with, your day to day becomes daunting, which leads to job dissatisfaction and possibly quitting outright. These…

“I would care less about the marksheet, certificates or if they have a degree at all, and care more about the skills that an employee brings with.” We were a little taken aback by this remark from the HR manager of a renowned company when asked about their priority while hiring an employee. In fact, most of the employers from almost all sectors agrees that soft skills are at the core of their people strategy. So, what does the term ‘Soft Skills’ actually mean? How is it gaining prominence in this rapidly changing competitive world? Education Today’s Editorial Team interviewed…