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The Importance of Grit in Achieving Academic Success
Grit, defined as perseverance and passion for long-term goals, is crucial for academic success. Research by psychologist Angela Duckworth shows that grit often outweighs talent in predicting achievement. Grit helps students overcome academic challenges, maintain focus, and view setbacks as opportunities for growth. Cultivating grit involves setting long-term goals, embracing challenges, promoting a growth mindset, and celebrating effort. Ultimately, grit equips students with the resilience and determination needed to succeed in both academics and life.
The Growing Reliance on Academic Tuition Among Singapore Parents for PSLE Preparation
Singaporean parents are increasingly relying on academic tuition to prepare their children for the high-stakes Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE). This trend is driven by the competitive nature of Singapore's education system, where academic success is highly valued. Parents fear that regular schooling may not fully equip their children for the PSLE, leading them to seek additional support. Social pressure and a desire to provide the best opportunities for their children further fuel this reliance on tuition.
Key Challenges of the Singapore PSLE System
The Singapore PSLE system faces challenges including high stress, a focus on academic excellence at the expense of holistic development, financial strain from additional tuition, and pressure on educators. Addressing these issues is complex, requiring balanced reforms and there is no easy solution. Parents can help by providing emotional support, encouraging a balanced lifestyle, setting realistic expectations, staying involved in their child's learning, managing financial stress, seeking targeted academic help if needed, and promoting a range of interests beyond academics.
The Birth of Essential Education
We were motivated to start Essential Education to provide an efficient method to excel academically with minimal stress and time. This approach frees them to pursue arts, music, sports, and enjoy life, while easing financial pressures on families. We want to foster well-rounded, happy, and successful individuals.