21st Century Educator and Learner

Merry Christmas and a a Prosperous New year.

Yesterday was a deeply fulfilling day as I had the privilege of being the keynote speaker at an academic seminar organized by the Revival Youth Fellowship of Our Saviour's Chapel Uniport, Nigeria.

Engaging with these brilliant students and sharing insights on how Christian students can excel in their academics was both enlightening and heartwarming. Here are some of the strategies I discussed:

1. Cultivating a Growth Mindset: The foundation for any academic journey.

2. Embracing a Life of Prayer and Faith: The anchor that sustains us through challenges.

3. Mastering Time Management and Study Skills: Essential tools for effective learning.

4. Nurturing a Sense of Purpose and Clear Goals: Your roadmap to success.

5. Navigating the University System: Understanding the terrain you're in.

6. Leveraging Your Support System: My personal favorite, with a profound emphasis on God as the ultimate support system for students.

As an academic coach, I take profound joy in imparting knowledge, particularly within faith-based institutions. It serves as a powerful reminder that education isn't solely about acquiring knowledge; it's a transformative journey that nurtures both the mind and spirit, ultimately equipping us to fulfill our God-given purpose.

If you've ever spoken at or attended a faith-based academic event, what were the key takeaways for you? I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences.



P.S. The joy of the day reached its peak when I had the wonderful opportunity to take a photo with some of the dedicated executives of the Fellowship ❤️📸

On World Teachers’ Day, we are not only celebrating every teacher. We are calling on countries to invest in them and prioritize them in global education recovery efforts so that every learner has access to a qualified and supported teacher. Let’s stand with our teachers!"

-Joint statement from Director-Generals of UNESCO and International Labour Organization, Executive Director of UNICEF, and General Secretary of Education International.

💎Teachers occupy a strategic position in the society. They help shape the character and quality of citizens that make up the nation. This is by no means a small responsibility.

💎As we celebrate this year's Teachers Day, may we as individuals and institutions take a stand to support teachers with the necessary quality resources that spur optimal performance.

💎Cheers to all our great teachers who are making difference in their own unique ways.

𝗘𝗱𝘂-𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝗼𝘆
𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟰: 𝗙𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀

𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟬.𝟯𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘀

In this digital age there are five basic digital skills everyone needs to master.

Curious to know them?

Then watch today's episode and learn.

Have fun learning!

C.J.O

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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗸𝗲𝘆.

You've probably met him at the beginning of a new project, vision or when making resolution to change. He fires you up with new ideas and drive towards all the great things you could achieve...

Sounds great right?

I know...you may be wondering what could be wrong?

𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 😂.

From...
..the newly admitted undergraduate that resolves to study for 14 hours every day.

..The newly wed wife that vows to prepare freshly cooked meals daily for the love of her life.

..The countless resolutions we set at the beginning of the new year.

To... the newbie writer that wants to write five hours at a stretch daily.

No doubt the goals I mentioned above are good.

But after the initial excitement wears off, the motivation monkey waves you good bye😅.

Raise your hand if some of your new year's resolution have gone through the drain🙋🙋

It's not surprising that many are on this table.

"The motivation monkey tricks us into setting unreasonable goals. He sometimes helps us to reach amazing heights, but he will often abandon us when we need him the most"

We are then left with the burden of consistently following through with the necessary behaviours needed to achieve our desired goals or aspirations.

𝘽𝙚𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙬𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙮 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙫𝙖𝙡𝙪𝙚𝙨 𝙨𝙪𝙘𝙝 𝙖𝙨 𝙙𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙞𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚, 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙝𝙞𝙩 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙜𝙤𝙖𝙡𝙨

𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

The second half of the year is gently approaching...Will you still be relying on motivation alone to achieve your desired aspirations?

Till my next piece

Much love and light,

C.J.O

How may I help you to achieve your personal and professional goals?