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04/04/2024

If you're struggling to cope, you're not alone. See here for information for young people on understanding exam stress and where to go for support:

We explain what exam stress is and how it can affect your mental health. Find advice on how to cope with exam stress and where to go for support.

25/03/2024

on Exam Stress 🧠

According to this UK article; new studies have found that over 75% of children suffer anxiety-related symptoms and or are diagnosed with anxiety around exam season. During this modern day, health professionals are advising parents to become aware of their child's mental health and stress levels during exams.

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New studies have found that over 75% of children suffer anxiety- related symptoms and or are diagnosed with anxiety around exam season. During this modern day, health professionals are advising parents to become aware of their child's mental health and stress levels during exams. Every year, a varie...

24/03/2024

🇿🇦 Alert! Leiden University Mandela Scholarships 2024/2025 For South African Students. This Scholarship is intended for students from four South African partner universities (Stellenbosh University, University of Cape Town, University of Pretoria and University of the Western Cape) who would like to study at Leiden University 🇳🇱 for one or two semesters as part of an exchange programme.

Deadline: Leiden University deadline: 15 Oct (programmes starting Feb); 1 April (programmes starting Sept) / South African universities: check deadline with your university

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21/03/2024

We are running a for a complimentary trial session for all current students seeking tutoring in a new subject. We hope this opportunity offers a great chance for a student to delve into new subjects! For new students joining Dikanwa Tutoring, we also offer a trial session. This is a great opportunity to test whether Dikanwa Tutoring is the right fit for them.

Send us a WhatsApp message to +27 61 679 9136 to learn more!

21/03/2024

🇿🇦 Alert! Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK (CSC) provides the UK government scholarship scheme led by international development objectives. It operates within the framework of the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship plan (CSFP) and offers a vivid demonstration of the UK’s enduring commitment to the Commonwealth. By attracting individuals with outstanding talent and identifiable potential from all backgrounds and supporting them to become leaders and innovators on returning to their home countries, the CSC’s work combines sustainable development with the UK national interest and provides opportunities for international partnerships and collaboration.

Deadline: 6:00 GMT on Thursday 28 March 2024.

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Commonwealth Distance Learning Master’s Scholarships by Alumni Team | Jan 20, 2022 Commonwealth Distance Learning Master’s Scholarships Overview How to apply Supporting documentation Advice for applicants Choosing a university/course Scholar eligibility Eligible countries Completing the applicat...

17/03/2024

Studying = Fun. How? Here are some tips!

💡 Gamify Learning: Turn studying into a game with challenges, quizzes, or apps like Quizlet. Set goals and reward yourself for achieving them.

💡 Create a Pleasant Study Environment: Design a comfortable, inspiring space with good lighting and minimal distractions. Personalize it with motivational items.

💡 Use Multimedia Resources: Incorporate videos, podcasts, and interactive online resources for diverse learning experiences.

💡 Study with Friends: Form study groups or pair up with classmates to make learning social and collaborative.

💡 Take Regular Breaks and Reward Yourself: Break study sessions into manageable chunks, and reward yourself with short breaks and treats for reaching milestones.

15/03/2024

Young learners can have the largest of ideas, and can be the most creative!

1. Encourage Curiosity: Foster a sense of wonder by encouraging questions and exploration. Provide opportunities for hands-on learning experiences that stimulate curiosity and spark imagination.

2. Embrace Mistakes: Teach young learners that making mistakes is part of the creative process. Encourage experimentation and risk-taking, emphasizing that failure is a stepping stone to success.

3. Provide Inspiration: Expose young learners to diverse ideas, cultures, and perspectives through books, art, music, and real-world experiences. Encourage them to draw inspiration from their surroundings and incorporate it into their creative endeavors.

4. Foster Collaboration: Encourage collaboration and teamwork by organizing group projects or activities. Collaborative learning environments can inspire creativity and help young learners develop essential communication and problem-solving skills.

5. Celebrate Creativity: Recognize and celebrate creative efforts, no matter how small. Provide positive feedback and encouragement to cultivate confidence and a sense of accomplishment. Encourage young learners to share their ideas and creations with others, fostering a supportive community of creativity.

11/03/2024

Hey students, are you taking advantage of our free 45 minutes of homework help? With each tutoring session, students are entitled to additional assistance from their tutors! 🥳

07/03/2024

Here are some last study tips! We complied 15 of our favorite ways to kick start ⚽️ your learning. Every time we start a new grade, get back from holiday 🛬 or start a new subject 👩‍🏫- we need to create a new routine 📆!

We hope that you can use these tips in the classroom, at home and during your tutoring sessions! Happy Studying! 📚📑



Illustration by Icons 8 from Ouch!

04/03/2024

Some more Tutor Tips to getting back into a study mindset! There are many ways to kick start effective 💡 and productive 📚 learning. Here are some more of our favourites.



Illustration by Icons 8 from Ouch!