The Crucial Role of Teacher, Parent, and Coach Relationships in Supporting ADHD and Executive Function Development
In the realm of education, the journey of a student with ADHD or executive function challenges is not a solitary one. It’s a collaborative effort that involves the synergy between teachers, parents, and coaches. This triadic relationship forms the backbone of a multimodal approach, which is instrumental in helping students navigate academic and social success. […]
Navigating Anxiety and ADHD in the Caribbean: Breaking the Silence
In the idyllic landscapes of the Caribbean, where serene beaches and lush greenery paint a picture of tranquility, an invisible struggle often remains concealed. Mental health issues, including anxiety and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), are realities for many Caribbean residents, yet they remain largely unacknowledged in this region. The Caribbean Silence on Mental Health […]
PEP Up!
AMID the firestorm which the introduction of the Primary Exit Profile (PEP) assessment has stoked, some educators across the island are standing up in support of the approach, arguing that the skills taught are what Jamaica needs to effectively and successfully compete on the world stage. In an exclusive interview with the Jamaica Observer yesterday, the group […]
Keeping Pace with Modern Teaching Skills
Source: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/art-leisure/20180909/keeping-pace-modern-teaching-skills
Dear Parents, Welcome to the Real World
Source: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/art-leisure/20180812/dear-parents-welcome-real-world
Road to PEP – Developing Critical Thinking
Of the four C’s that PEP students must demonstrate in order to excel – creativity, communication, critical thinking, collaboration – I like to think of critical thinking as the leader of the pack; we can’t learn well without thinking well. Critical thinking is the process of analysing, synthesising, conceptualising, applying, and/or evaluating information from various […]
Road to PEP – Encouraging Collaboration
Source: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/art-leisure/20180610/road-pep-encouraging-collaboration
Road to PEP – Mastering Communication
Mastery in the Primary Exit Profile (PEP) is reflected in a student’s ability to not only apply content knowledge in mathematics, social studies, English language and science but to demonstrate proficiency the 4C’s creativity, communication, collaboration and critical thinking. In this article we will be focusing on communication. Communication is imparting and transferring knowledge and […]
Road to PEP – Harnessing Creativity
Mastery in the Primary Exit Profile (PEP) is reflected in a student’s ability to apply content knowledge, skills and abilities outlined in the National Standards Curriculum (NSC). The expected student outcomes in the NSC are grounded in the mastery of the 4 C’s — Creativity, Communication, Collaboration and Critical Thinking. Source: http://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/art-leisure/20180408/road-pep-harnessing-creativity
Let’s Have a PEP Talk!
There has been confusion among some educators, parents and students surrounding expectations for the National Standards Curriculum (NSC) and the exam slated to replace the Grade Six Achievement Test (GSAT) in 2019 – the Primary Exit Profile (PEP). The confusion stems from a misunderstanding of the concept of 21st century teaching, learning and skill development. […]
