Parents

Introduction As parents, we constantly strive to support our children’s education, hoping to give them the tools they need to succeed. One area of growing interest among educators and researchers is the concept of metacognition, particularly its impact on learning. Metacognition refers to the awareness and regulation of one’s thought processes. In simpler terms, it’s […]

People with lower qualifications have neither vocational training nor a high school diploma but only a lower or intermediate secondary school certificate. In 2022, 17% of people aged 25-64 in Germany fell into this category. Children of parents with lower qualifications often had similar low qualifications (40%). This rate drops significantly if parents had higher qualifications: only 7% of children of parents with vocational or high school diplomas and 3% of children of parents with university degrees were low-qualified.

We’re often told that having a great memory is the key to success, especially for students. After all, you need to memorize all those facts, dates, formulas, and concepts to do well on tests and excel academically, right? However, new research suggests that forgetting some information may make you smarter.

This post will explore these concepts, providing parents with insights and strategies to foster a love for learning in their children.

Feedback is like a mirror. It reflects our actions, thoughts, and creations, allowing us to see our strengths and areas needing improvement.

Elucidation is like the gentle breeze that clears this fog, revealing the path forward. It doesn’t alter the journey’s nature or its challenges but clarifies them, making the journey more navigable and enjoyable.

Modeling is a silent form of teaching where actions speak louder than words. It’s about internalizing the values, behaviors, and skills we witness in others.

Parents can take practical steps to support learning activities at home, creating an environment that sparks curiosity and a passion for knowledge.