The 12 principles of learning

The 12 principles of learning are important whether you exert teaching in early childhood education and higher education, when we work in digital media environments, and try to integrate consistently in the educational context

1. Principle of consistency

Learning is most effective when strange words, photographs, drawings and multimedia material are removed in presentations (are support materials rather than exposure): to create online courses and presentations should not overload the essential information. The presentation should stick to what schematically essential and clear: you can add a video, but should not be abused indefinitely or graphic materials or, much less, of prose, writing and paragraphs.

OECD slams UK literacy rates

Teenagers growing up in the United Kingdom are some of the most poorly educated in the developed world, a worrying report has suggested. Young people between the ages of 16 and 19 have only the most basic ability in English and Maths, it has been revealed. In addition, the report found low numeracy and literacy skills in 9 million people of working age.

Voice Search: Another Route to Competitive Advantage

To some, voice search is a stupid idea, a fad that will never take off. After all, who would want to have their searches broadcast to the world? To others, however, voice search is a window to the future – something that makes us feel tech savvy, and as if we’re commanding our computers or mobiles like we’re a part of a Star Trek episode.

3 Beauty Essentials for the Busy Professional

There is no doubt that we are a time-strapped generation and, for women in particular, it can be difficult to find precious minutes in which to fit everything in. This means that a good beauty regime and helpful beauty tools, tips and tricks are essential, especially if you are a high-powered corporate jet-setter who doesn’t have time to keep reapplying or touching up your makeup. With that in mind, here are three beauty must-haves to help you maintain your fabulous look whilst still managing to get everything else done!

RIBA Reports Growing Demand for Home Extensions

Value of Home Extensions

Choosing a home extension can be an excellent money saving alternative to moving, in addition to providing extra space at any stage of home ownership. If done properly the added value to the property can exceed the cost of the extension. According to Barclays, the average return-on-investment (ROI) for building a 30m2 extension is currently estimated at £156,000 for a typical £475,000 home in London and £14,000 for a typical £180,000 home in the rest of the UK. Designer kitchens and en-suite bathrooms remain the most popular types of extension, while keeping properties current is cited as the top reason for planned improvements.