Spring break came and went so quickly. School is back in full swing now. Students in high school are starting to prepare for the AP and SAT tests. This is the first time I see my daughter studying seriously for a test. While testing is one way to judge a student’s knowledge and skills, it [...]
Posts Tagged ‘Education’
From Ning
Posted in Education, From Ning, GoldStudent, Parenting, Teaching Math, tagged Education, Math, math prizes, prizes, problem-solving methods, teaching on April 23, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
20 questions
Posted in Education, From Ning, Parenting, tagged 20 questions, creative, Education, fun, games, kids, Parenting, road, spring break on March 24, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
March is the month that most schools in California have their spring breaks. My kids’ spring break is the last week of March. If you plan to travel somewhere for the break, take the opportunity to get connected with your kids by playing some games that are creative and stimulating. We often play 20 questions [...]
About Chinese New Year and Chinese Mothers
Posted in Education, From Ning, Parenting, People, tagged academic excellence, Amy Chua, children, Chinese and American culture, chinese mothers, chinese new year, Education, knowledge, learning, Parenting, parents, raise children, Year of the Rabbit on February 10, 2011 | 1 Comment »
Happy Chinese New Year! The Chinese use the lunar calendar in addition to the solar calendar. According to the lunar calendar, the new year this year was on Feb. 3, which is the Year of the Rabbit. The twelve animals in the Chinese zodiac cycle every 12 years. Because every month in the lunar calendar [...]
Happy holidays from GoldStudent!
Posted in Education, From Ning, Math Help, People, Teaching Math, tagged Education, holidays, Khan Academy, khanacademy.org, knowledge, learn math, learning, math tutorials, math videos, Parenting, Salman Khan, school motivation on December 23, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Happy holidays! The first semester of school is coming to an end. Some of our students are preparing for end-semester exams, and we are getting ready for the holidays. This is a good time to relax and recharge, to reflect on the past and to plan for the future. We wish you all a happy [...]
Upcoming Site Feature Enhancements
Posted in Education, GoldStudent, tagged Education, GoldStudent, Math, timer, website enhancements on October 19, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
We heard feedback from several of our members that it can be intimidating to see the timer on the tests and worksheets. It would be great to make that feature an option set by the users. We are taking that feedback seriously, and are working on allowing the students to turn the timer off or [...]
New school year
Posted in Education, From Ning, Math, Parenting, People, tagged changes, China, Education, every day math, family, knowledge, learn math, learning, new school year, Parenting, school motivation on September 14, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
A new school year has started. It happened way too soon for me and my family. Nevertheless, the new school year is here, with new schedules, new teachers, and new routines! My daughter, starting 10th grade, is taking calculus in zero period, which means the class starts at 7 am! Personally I think it is [...]
I cannot believe summer break is already over!
Posted in Education, From Ning, GoldStudent, Math, Math Help, Teaching Math, tagged Education, every day math, GoldStudent, learn math, math education, math help, math practice on August 30, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
This summer just flew by. My family made a trip to China and visited our relatives. My kids also had a chance to interact with Chinese students of the same age as them, 13-18 years old. My daughter had a chance to share some American culture with the Chinese students, such as our major holidays, [...]
Summer and Math
Posted in Education, GoldStudent, Math Help, Parenting, tagged Education, elementary math, every day math, learn math, math fun, math practice, Math Skills, Parenting, school motivation on July 19, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Happy summer everyone! Public schools are out and the summer has really kicked in. Some of you may be on vacation, and some may be involved with summer camps and summer schools. It never hurts to combine fun and relaxation with creative and productive learning. If you can find just 10 minutes a day for [...]
