Teacher Ailisa

24/09/2025

Norway isn’t just fjords and trolls, it’s also home to some of the best universities in the world! 🇳🇴✨

✅ Tuition-free Bachelor’s, Master’s & Ph.D. programs for EU/EEA students
✅ Some scholarships and financial aid available for non-EU/EEA students
✅ Erasmus exchange students also enjoy free tuition

While Norway used to be free for all international students, many non-EU/EEA students now pay tuition depending on the program and university. Still, it’s an amazing destination for high-quality education and breathtaking landscapes! 🌍📚

24/09/2025

23/09/2025

How to create relationships in a classroom…

20/09/2025

According to Carol Kim, a mother of three and licensed marriage and family therapist, the five things kids will remember all revolve around their parents' presence and support

"Notice how creating good memories doesn’t require expensive toys or lavish family trips. Your presence is the most valuable present you can give to your child,” Kim writes.

Here are the five, with commentary from Kim:

1. Quality time together. "Taking some time to focus only on your child is very special. Playing games, reading books, or just talking can create strong, happy memories. These moments show your child that you are present with them."

2. Words of encouragement. "Encouraging words can greatly impact your child during both good times and tough times. Kids often seek approval from their parents and your positive words can be a strong motivator and source of comfort.... It can help kids believe in themselves, giving them the confidence to take on new challenges and keep going when things get tough."

3. Family traditions. “It creates a feeling of stability and togetherness … Family traditions make children feel like they belong and are part of a larger story, deepening their sense of security and understanding of family identity and values.”

4. Acts of kindness. “Seeing and doing kind things leaves a strong impression on children. It shows them the importance of being kind and caring. They remember how good it feels to help others and to see their parents helping too.”

5. Comfort during tough times. "Knowing they can rely on you during tough times makes them feel secure and build trust. … Comforting them when they're struggling shows them they are loved no matter what, helping them feel emotionally secure and strong."

14/09/2025

Without reinforcement, we all—students included—can forget up to 90% of new info within a week. 🧠 Teacher Cathleen Beachboard explains how to set up that reinforcement and solidify learning: https://edut.to/44ezYQX

11/09/2025

A study from the University of Essex found that daughters raised by mothers with high expectations were more likely to succeed in life. Girls whose mothers were consistently involved and directive were more likely to attend college and avoid early pregnancy.

The research involved tracking 15-year-old girls over a six-year period and found a strong link between parental pressure and improved life outcomes.

Experts say that while nagging may be annoying in the moment it often sets higher standards and boosts long-term achievement.

Source: University of Essex

10/09/2025

HOW TO SET PRIORITIES: 9 Frameworks to Help You Prioritise When Everything Feels Urgent

1. Eisenhower Matrix – Decide what to do, delegate, or delete.
2. ICE Scoring Framework – Rank tasks by impact, confidence, and ease.
3. 40/70 Rule – Act with enough info, avoid analysis paralysis.
4. OODA Loop – Observe, orient, decide, act—adapt fast.
5. 80/20 Rule – Focus on the vital few that drive results.
6. RAPID® Framework – Clarify team roles for decisions.
7. 10/10/10 Rule – Weigh short-, medium-, and long-term impact.
8. 5 Whys Framework – Dig into root causes, not symptoms.
9. SWOT Analysis – Weigh strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats.

09/09/2025

0:00 Introduction to NotebookLM0:59 A NotebookLM demonstration4:39 Mind Maps, AI Audio & Video6:19 Building a Lesson Plan8:32 From Handwriting to First Draft...