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  Unlocking the Mind - Cognitive Flexibility Through Meditation Mindfulness practices have become increasingly popular as a way to enhance the mental well-being of people of all ages. In particular, recent studies have shown that mindfulness may be an effective way to enhance cognitive flexibility for students. Cognitive flexibility is the ability to switch between multiple tasks, mindsets, or behaviors. It is used in everyday life to help a person adapt to changes in their environment, and to make decisions quickly. It helps students to think more creatively and to solve problems in a more analytical way. Mindfulness meditation has been used to help students increase their cognitive flexibility. A study conducted at the Mindfulness Research Center found that students who meditated for thirty minutes per day for eight weeks reported improved cognitive flexibility. Another study conducted at the University of California, Los Angeles, found that students who practiced mindfulness...

  How to Start Practicing Mindfulness With Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Mindfulness practice provides a framework to help individuals become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and how they influence each other. It encourages an individual to observe their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours from an objective point of view, instead of having an emotional response to them. By taking a step back to observe rather than react to their thoughts, feelings and behaviours, individuals can learn to respond to challenging situations in a more balanced, mindful way. This can help individuals to reduce stress, practice self-care, and connect to their internal values. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a therapeutic approach that emphasizes the importance of thinking in how we feel and how we act. CBT can be practiced with mindfulness techniques, as the two approaches have similar goals of increasing an individual's awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours an...

  Cultivating Positivity: Using Positive Psychology in Education Positive approach is essential in all fields. Education being the most important of them, positive approach is paramount for its teachers and other support staff. With the introduction of positive psychology in education, teachers and staff are now equipped with the tools necessary to foster a positive and sustainable learning environment for their students. This approach to education encourages teachers to intentionally focus on messages and activities that will promote the positive thinking and mental health of their students. One of the most powerful tools associated with this approach is gratitude. Studies have shown that expressing and cultivating gratitude in the classroom can have a significant impact on student wellbeing and academic performance. It helps to create a sense of purpose and encourages a healthy appreciation for the accomplishments of others. Teachers can employ strategies such as writing than...

  Assessment for learning is an inevitable process to analyse the out come of the teaching learning process Assessment for learning is an inevitable process to analyse the outcome of the teaching learning process. It is imperative that educators are aware of the different assessment methods available and understand which ones best fit their specific pedagogy. The purpose of Assessment for Learning (AfL) is to identify and use information from the assessment process to adjust and inform the planning and teaching of the curriculum. The types of assessment used for  include informal assessments such as class discussions, assignments and observations. Formal assessments include tests, projects, essays and exams. Educators have to determine the best and most suitable assessment method to use in each session. There are also other methods to evaluate student learning such as assigning grade levels or feedback. Implementing grading scales within the curriculum can help educators...

  MIXED METHOD RESEARCH DESIGN Introduction: Research design is the procedure of inquiry that comprises the steps from broad assumptions to in-depth data collection methods, analysis and interpretation.  This article deliberates the key factors involved in mixed-method research design. The selection of a research approach is also based on the nature of the research problem or issue being addressed, the researchers’ personal experiences, and the audiences for the study.  The function of a research design is to ensure that the data obtained enables us to effectively address the research problem logically and as unambiguously as possible .  A mixed-methods design is characterized by the combination of at least one qualitative and one quantitative research component.  Research designs are types of inquiry within qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approach that provide specific direction for procedures in a research design. Others have called them stra...