“I’ve worked in education my whole adult life and still struggle with being the person in charge of my child’s learning experience,” said Bukola, teacher and mother of two boys. The first thing we as parents and educators need to do is set realistic expectations with our children, their teachers, and ourselves. We can’t recreate […]
5 Key Skills Kids Are Building at Home
Spending more time with your child at home lets you see challenges you are not aware of. Discovering difficulties may not sound like good news, but it creates an opportunity. It gives you an idea of skills you can help your child build while you’re together. Families are coping with huge changes to routines. They’re […]
6 Reasons Why Your Child’s Grades Might Be Poor
If children are not interested in studying, it is unlikely that they will put in their 100 per cent and thus, will not be able to maximize their full potential. Here are some reasons for poor grades; 1. Lack of goals: Success doesn’t just happen. It is intentional. Your child’s grade might be poor because […]
5 Tips to keep Your Kids Safe Online During Covid-19
With nationwide school closures due to the scourge of COVID-19 pandemic, children across the country have been left with no other option than to learn outside the four walls of the classroom. Schools have shifted to online classes as a temporary solution. With online tools such as Google Classroom, Zoom and podcasts by teachers, schools […]
Help Your Child Stay Focused and Engaged During Online Learning
John sit down there, don’t go there, come back here is the latest routine ever since my son started his online classes from school. From running around the house while his Zoom classes is on to losing focus while learning is a challenge. I am sure as a parent you have lost count of how […]
5 Mistakes of Online Learning and How to Avoid Them
School shutdowns because of COVID-19 has caused learning to be on hold for some and distraction for other children. Everyone is jumping into online learning to ensure learning doesn’t stop even while at home. However, there are challenges relating to the design and development of online learning, and if care is not taken, it can […]
9 Nigerian Edtech Companies You Must Know During Covid-19 Lockdown
Covid-19 pandemic has put eLearning in the mouths of school owners, teachers and parents alike. With everyone practically turning online especially for their kids’ education, Edtech is experiencing a new boom. What a good time for the nascent industry. With several start-ups within the sector offering unique features such as fun learning games and quizzes, […]
5 Ways 9ijakids Can Help Your Online Learning
The reality of Covid-19 pandemic has forced schools to opt for a way out especially with the third term resumption on the line. With the increasing number of cases being detected by the NCDC, resumption may be the least in line of actions. Because learning must continue, the demand for E-learning/Online learning has been on […]
How I Have Survived So Far As a Parent During this COVID-19 Lockdown
I am a mother of two boys (ages 9 and 11) as well as running my own business. With the lockdown, transitioning to remote working has come with its own challenges. My househelp left just before the lockdown which means I have cooking, cleaning, laundry and house chores to contend with, among other stuff. Everyone’s […]
Covid-19; 3rd Term Resumption? E-Learning?
COVID-19 has changed everything. It has also brought in a lot of anxieties, worries and uncertainties. As we enter week 4 of the lock down, every business is worried about safeguarding their future revenue. And schools are no exception. But there are questions that need to be answered first. “Should School Be Resuming in May?’” […]