Hello, I am a tutor teaching English to a grade 7 student. English is our second language, and my student struggles with spelling and grammar. I would appreciate any advice on how to help improve their spelling and grammar skills. Additionally, I face challenges teaching article writing due to their lack of information on various topics. How can I address these issues?
@itinerant_economist13 күн бұрын
I will probably do a video about this, but... 1. Assess the Specific Challenges Phonetic Understanding: See if the student struggles with connecting sounds to letters (phonemic awareness). Many English words are non-phonetic, so recognizing sound patterns is crucial. Visual Memory: Some students need help memorizing the "look" of words. Testing for this can guide your approach. Identify Patterns: English spelling has rules (like silent letters or vowel combinations), but it also has many exceptions. Find out if the student struggles more with rules or exceptions. 2. Use Multi-Sensory Techniques Visual, Auditory, and Kinesthetic Learning: Involve as many senses as possible. For example, the student could: Write words in sand or with textured materials to feel the letters. Spell words out loud, exaggerating sounds to reinforce the connection between sounds and letters. Use colored pens to highlight tricky parts of words or vowels to make patterns stand out. Engage with Flashcards: Add images, sounds, or even interactive digital flashcards to reinforce recognition. 3. Break Words into Parts Syllable Division: Teach them to break words down into syllables and tackle them piece by piece. For instance, "mag-ni-fi-cent" is easier to spell than "magnificent." Prefixes, Suffixes, and Roots: Identifying common word parts (like "un-", "-tion", or "-able") can help with spelling complex words. 4. Spelling Rules and Mnemonics Teach Basic Spelling Rules: Focus on the most common, like "i before e except after c" or when to double consonants. Create Mnemonics: Use simple memory aids to help remember tricky spellings. For example, "Necessary" has one "C" and two "S"s because "one collar, two sleeves." 5. Encourage Reading Reading Aloud: Encourage them to read aloud daily. Seeing words in context helps students develop recognition and understand patterns. Reading Variety: Use engaging, age-appropriate materials that show words they’re practicing in context. 6. Leverage Technology and Apps Many spelling and literacy apps (like "SpellingCity" or "Reading Eggs") turn spelling practice into a game, making it more fun. Text-to-Speech or Spell Check: Use these to get feedback on spelling accuracy. Over time, the student will learn to spot their own mistakes. 7. Build Confidence and Consistency Practice Regularly: Short, frequent spelling practice sessions are better than cramming. Celebrate Progress: Acknowledge even small improvements. Confidence can make a huge difference in motivation and willingness to practice more. Each student is different, so it may take some experimentation to find what works best. By combining these strategies, you can support the student in developing both their skills and confidence.
@zacheenands926118 күн бұрын
Class
@itinerant_economist17 күн бұрын
Thanks
@mahalakshmipillay989019 күн бұрын
You're a life saver!!!!
@itinerant_economist18 күн бұрын
You're welcome
@FraserSq27 күн бұрын
Ur a legend
@itinerant_economist26 күн бұрын
Yes, in my mind 🤣🤣🤣
@SHIFT3R027 күн бұрын
I have a test tomorrow 😭
@itinerant_economist27 күн бұрын
Good luck, I'm sure you'll be okay
@SHIFT3R023 күн бұрын
@@itinerant_economist I passed 😁, Thank you for this video it saved me 🙏
@itinerant_economist23 күн бұрын
@@SHIFT3R0🎉🎉🎉🎉
@lubutomwamba6696Ай бұрын
videos are boring please stop the songs in the background
@itinerant_economist28 күн бұрын
It's a form of programming
@mee9732Ай бұрын
i love you
@itinerant_economistАй бұрын
I know 😁😁😁
@marwasvlogsandcomedy8481Ай бұрын
My exam is in 8 hrs
@pinkday9766Ай бұрын
4h
@itinerant_economistАй бұрын
Good luck
@GrishaMittalАй бұрын
00:04 Business activity is an essential part of our lives and studying it helps us understand how businesses function. 01:13 Understanding the economic problem and business 02:09 Scarcity leads to choices and opportunity cost 03:04 Factors of production and specialization 04:03 Specialization in business activity increases efficiency and saves time. 05:08 Businesses solve the problem of scarcity and add value to products 06:00 Adding value to a product increases its price and reduces production cost 06:49 Adding value to a product is important for customer retention.
@itinerant_economistАй бұрын
Thanks
@kimsidra5878Ай бұрын
You're the bestttt I appreciate your efforts you're really helping me crack my finalsss thanksssss for all the helppp!!!!❤❤❤❤
@itinerant_economistАй бұрын
You are most welcome
@HOPEAYUMAOMEDOАй бұрын
watching this after 2 yrs is crazy ? So much has changed in the syllabus , like for example i dint really get the term percolocation in the video , can u explain it to me
@itinerant_economistАй бұрын
It is a process of a liquid slowly passing through a filter, like, gravel or by some sort of hydrological action
@iconicb.alt3Ай бұрын
Tips for cie exams?? im appearing in may june 2025! I know its an easy subject but i need an a* at all costs
@itinerant_economistАй бұрын
Pretty sure I have done a tips video
@motivationalaspects300Ай бұрын
Hello, can I join your google classroom
@itinerant_economistАй бұрын
Yes, does it say it is out of space again?
@takudzwakatsere9014Ай бұрын
anx so much i can prepare for the next 13 months now
@itinerant_economistАй бұрын
You are most welcome
@shazeenrahman2722Ай бұрын
how can we answer business questions
@shazeenrahman2722Ай бұрын
especially the paper 1 no e
@itinerant_economistАй бұрын
I think I have done this
@Amazingness-if-that-is-a-wordАй бұрын
Hello, why arent you posting videos anymore?
@itinerant_economistАй бұрын
I will be posting again soon. I have a list of topics to cover.
@Amazingness-if-that-is-a-wordАй бұрын
The video cut off at the end
@shazeenrahman2722Ай бұрын
5:00
@itinerant_economistАй бұрын
Looking
@shazeenrahman2722Ай бұрын
how did money evolved
@itinerant_economistАй бұрын
The evolution of money is a fascinating journey that spans thousands of years, reflecting changes in human societies, economies, and technologies. Here's a summary of the key stages in the evolution of money: 1. Barter System (Prehistoric Times) Before money, people traded goods and services directly. This system is known as barter. For example, a farmer might trade grain for a tool from a blacksmith. The problem with barter was the "double coincidence of wants" - both parties had to want what the other offered at the same time and place. This made trade inefficient. 2. Commodity Money (Ancient Civilizations) To overcome the limitations of barter, societies started using commodity money - items with intrinsic value that were widely accepted as a medium of exchange. Examples include cattle, grain, salt, and later precious metals like gold and silver. These items were valuable on their own and were used in trade. 3. Metallic Money and Coins (circa 7th Century BCE) Around 600 BCE, in Lydia (modern-day Turkey), the first standardized coins were minted. These coins were made from electrum (a natural alloy of gold and silver) and bore official marks that indicated their value. Coins were a significant advancement because they were durable, portable, divisible, and universally accepted in the issuing region. Over time, gold, silver, and copper coins became the dominant forms of money in many ancient civilizations, including Greece, Rome, India, and China. 4. Paper Money (China, 7th Century CE) China was the first country to issue paper money, starting in the Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE). By the Song Dynasty (960-1279 CE), paper money became more widespread. The paper money was initially backed by a reserve of precious metals (like gold or silver) held by the issuing authority, typically the government. Paper money made large transactions easier compared to heavy metal coins. 5. Banknotes and the Rise of Banking (Medieval Period to Early Modern Period) In Europe, by the 1600s, private banks began issuing banknotes, which were promissory notes that represented deposits of precious metals. People could exchange these notes for coins or goods. The use of banknotes helped facilitate trade and commerce because they were lighter and easier to carry than coins. The establishment of central banks, such as the Bank of England (1694), led to more formalized banking systems and the regulation of money supply. 6. Gold Standard (19th Century to Early 20th Century) By the 19th century, many countries adopted the gold standard, where the value of a country's currency was directly linked to a specific amount of gold. This system helped stabilize exchange rates and facilitated international trade. Under this system, people could exchange their currency for gold at any time, making it a secure and trusted form of money. 7. Fiat Money (20th Century Onwards) After the collapse of the gold standard, particularly during the 20th century, most countries shifted to fiat money - currency that has value because the government says it does, not because it's backed by a physical commodity. Fiat money is legal tender, meaning it must be accepted for payment of debts, but its value is based on trust in the government's stability and economic policy. Examples include modern paper currencies like the U.S. dollar, the euro, and the yen. 8. Digital Money and Cryptocurrencies (21st Century) In the digital age, money has increasingly become electronic. Most transactions are now done digitally, through credit/debit cards, online banking, and mobile payment apps. The emergence of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (2009) represents a new form of money that operates independently of governments and central banks. Cryptocurrencies use blockchain technology to verify and secure transactions, and their value is determined by supply, demand, and market speculation. Summary The evolution of money reflects humanity's ongoing efforts to create more efficient systems of trade and commerce. From barter to cryptocurrencies, each phase has addressed the limitations of the previous one, leading to greater economic complexity and global interconnectedness.
@soy_deus5061Ай бұрын
How are you, I have a question, i’m sitting for business next month and I wanted to use these videos as revision, are they useful or not. Since this information was gotten from the old book. Thank you!
@itinerant_economistАй бұрын
I think they are pretty useful. Students have given their marks in the past and there is a good number of As
@soy_deus5061Ай бұрын
@@itinerant_economist Thank you very much!
@Krazzyperson2 ай бұрын
Tips to get a distinction (top in world)
@deenah19832 ай бұрын
can i buy it
@itinerant_economist2 ай бұрын
Sorry, not yet.
@kforkookie9092 ай бұрын
Thanks i have my busniess exam in about 3 years , this helped me alot
@itinerant_economist2 ай бұрын
Good luck 👍
@اهلاويليفربولي2 ай бұрын
1:54
@itinerant_economist2 ай бұрын
I'll look later
@AudaciousContender2 ай бұрын
They are very accurate and upto date like it in itself is a primary research. Matches perfectly with the recent Cambridge-Hodder Education textbook by Karen Borrington and Peter Stimpson
@itinerant_economist2 ай бұрын
Thanks
@knowledgeisthemostpowerful16362 ай бұрын
The file that was in description doesn't exist
@Omar-c5z3 ай бұрын
is this for 2023 to 2025?
@itinerant_economist3 ай бұрын
Yes
@karenyongyihuiipg-pelajar61823 ай бұрын
May I know which one is better? One-sided or two-sided essay? For two-sided, just explain your points without counter argument, right? Your response is much appreciated, sir!
@itinerant_economist3 ай бұрын
Two sided is both sides. Your points and counterpoints. When I am marking, I prefer this type. Not to say you can't score well with a one sided essay.
@maraamfatima40093 ай бұрын
Thank you so much sir, I have my business studies IGCSE Exams in approximately 15 hours and 9 mins. This series helped a lot.
@itinerant_economist3 ай бұрын
Good luck with your exam 👍
@mahddinkhan55154 ай бұрын
hey hope ur doing good do u guys also have an email and letter writing
@itinerant_economist4 ай бұрын
Yes, I believe it is part of the playlist
@Qutoof3694 ай бұрын
Please remove the music i can barley hear you
@tarmughal4 ай бұрын
Is it beneficial for me starting the syllabus for th3 first time.
@님_Bella5 ай бұрын
Google classroom is still there? I want to join. Thank you, your videos helps me, i have an exam tomorrow, I'm sure i can do well.❤❤
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
Yes it is. I thought it would be a place for you guys to meet and share. But hasn't worked out that way. Good luck with your exam
@님_Bella5 ай бұрын
@@itinerant_economist Oh is that so? It's alright sir, all of your videos helps me anyway, and yes thank you for wishing me luck sir. 💜💜
@saheembutt22135 ай бұрын
can you explain vertical merging
@AretoplexGaming5 ай бұрын
It's my GCSE tomorrow, cheers mate
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
Good luck with your exam
@TheRealmOfReason5 ай бұрын
Wow, underrated video! Actually helped me a lot so thank you so much!!
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
You're welcome
@spade90175 ай бұрын
Is this updated for the new syllabus?
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
Not yet, but covers all ghe important things
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
Not yet, but will certainly cover all the important things
@Elora5555 ай бұрын
Thanks for these videos! My business teacher always use them as a review which is super helpful. Keep up the great lessons!!
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
Glad to help
@shikombajacob44735 ай бұрын
Firstly bitches?😂😂
@CLIX-Market5 ай бұрын
Are these good for case studies too? If it’s good for case studies how many video from 1-30 should I watch to pass my IGCSE exam?
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
That is a good idea for videos. Going over case studies. Thanks.
@aleckxandreiaa5 ай бұрын
TYSM FOR THIS
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
You're welcome
@emyxsa5 ай бұрын
brian my paper is in 3 hours and im cramming thank you brian ur a hero
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
Good luck 👍
@emyxsa5 ай бұрын
Dawg
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
Sup
@galaxo30765 ай бұрын
what is sole traders?
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
Basically, one person that owns a business by themselves
@Vortex-gs6yn5 ай бұрын
so grateful for brian kemp. thank so much
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
You are welcome
@rubysierra25 ай бұрын
I still have 18 ish hours for my igcse business paper1 and I’m skimming through your vids to refresh again .. ❤thankies
@vinuthmeeyehansa34265 ай бұрын
omg same
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
You're welcome. Good luck with your exam
@user-AbdulRehman9995 ай бұрын
@@vinuthmeeyehansa3426same with me just about 8 hours are left
@roselydemon6665 ай бұрын
Thank you my business exam is tmr and this helped me to understand a lot
@ruthotieno85955 ай бұрын
Me too girl...me too😂😂
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
Good luck 👍
@roselydemon6665 ай бұрын
Hope we aces this exam 🙏
@roselydemon6665 ай бұрын
Thank you again, I think I aced my exam 🤩 it was very much easir after I watched your videos, thank you 😆
@grim83045 ай бұрын
@@roselydemon666 you already done?? edexel or Cambridge
@aranarax5 ай бұрын
i went from F to A just by watching these videos for one night when the monthly test was tomorrow. but don’t do that fir the real igcse exam though
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
Good luck with your exam. Please don't cram like that for the real exam.
@user-AbdulRehman9995 ай бұрын
Bro tomorrow is my igcse business exam and im literally doing what u told not to do 😅
@shaygan26545 ай бұрын
Is labour turn over a result of low motivation?
@itinerant_economist5 ай бұрын
I would say low satisfaction with their current job. These could be financial or non financial problems
@candypop20885 ай бұрын
Thank you so much sir, I have my Business Studies IGCSE Exams in about 33 hours and 17 minutes. This series helped a lot!