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Student entrepreneurs have gained global attention for their creative businesses and inspiring motivation. Of course, student entrepreneurs aren’t born – they’re nurtured. Having the right entrepreneurship education doesn’t only unlock students’ potential to start businesses. It helps them develop crucial skills for their future success. When kids start their businesses, they learn to problem-solve and gain confidence.

By inspiring students to be entrepreneurs, we empower future business leaders and innovators. Student entrepreneurs represent our future workforce, economy, and society. That’s why it’s important to give student entrepreneurs the knowledge and tools to make their ideas real.

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In a world that’s constantly evolving, the fusion of creativity and business acumen in young minds is not just beneficial—it’s essential. Kidpreneurs, with their boundless imagination and fresh perspectives, are uniquely positioned to lead the charge in innovation. This blog post delves into the importance of nurturing these skills and offers actionable strategies to help the next generation of entrepreneurs turn their visionary ideas into reality.

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Coping with the exam season as a member of staff

Posted by Karabo Kgophane on 30 October 2023, 19:25 SAST
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As exam season edges closer, much of the focus will be on supporting your students. It is important to recognise, and accept, that exam season could also be stressful for you. You are not alone. As these teachers confess, feeling increased stress during the exam season is a common experience for staff.

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Top Tips on how to deal with teacher exam stress

Posted by Karabo Kgophane on 30 October 2023, 19:20 SAST
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Exam season is here, and with that comes stress…lots of it. And it’s not just pupils who get stressed, it’s teachers too.
Many teachers feel they’re expected to perform miracles and get blamed when students don’t do as well as they – or particularly their parents – expected them to.

Acknowledging that this is a stressful time for everyone concerned is the first step; learning how to manage and deal with the stress is the next.

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EXAM STRESS - Teachers feel the heat just as much!

Posted by Karabo Kgophane on 30 October 2023, 18:50 SAST
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It's normal to assume that the only human beings getting stressed out by exams are the poor pupils writing them. And that is a very good point if you think about it - they are the ones that have been studying and revising like crazy and have to deal with those trick questions and the 'going-blank-moments'. Teachers, however, feel the pressure and stress twice as much at a time.

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The following techniques can be especially effective when dealing with students exhibiting emotional and behavioural disorders:

1. Planned ignoring

Behaviours displayed to seek attention and do not pose safety risks or disrupt group functioning are best addressed through planned ignoring. This technique should never be used for aggressive behaviours. It may be necessary to teach the class to do this as well. Peer attention can be even more powerful than adult attention for some students.

 

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Teacher's guide to managing exam stress

Posted by Karabo Kgophane on 26 November 2021, 11:00 SAST
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Exam season is upon us, and with that comes stress, lots of it. Many teachers feel they are expected to perform miracles and get blamed when students don’t do as well as they or particularly their parents expected them to.

Acknowledging that this is a stressful time is the first step; learning how to manage and deal with the stress is the next. If you are an educator, here are some tips for dealing with exam stress.

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Year end self-reflection for teachers

Posted by Karabo Kgophane on 17 November 2021, 10:05 SAST
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Article by R.K Henson

Congratulations on making it to the end of this school year! 

The last few days of school can be stressful. From standardised tests to award ceremonies, at times it can feel like there’s not enough time in your school’s schedule for everything you need to get done. But if you have not made time for self-reflection yet, you’re missing a great opportunity. The end of the year is the ideal time to do this.

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Preventing burnout among educators

Posted by Karabo Kgophane on 16 November 2021, 12:05 SAST
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Article by Fiona Tapp

Teaching is a rewarding yet demanding career. With extensive hours and a heavy workload, it's easy to fall prey to teacher burnout. Without the proper support, teachers are in danger of being overworked and neglect taking care of their mental and physical health needs.

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Last mile marking tips

Posted by Karabo Kgophane on 11 November 2021, 14:30 SAST
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Article by Katt Backwell

The school year has flown by but now is creeping along, you are not alone. Many teachers this time of year are teaching students who are anxious about the school year ending.

To help you and your students stay focused and productive to the end of the year, several national writers have shared tips you can use in your classroom to not only make it to the end of the year but to enjoy every minute of it.

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