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The first day of school can be nerve-wracking for every child. Starting school can be a difficult time for children. Every child is hesitant to go somewhere new and see people he or she's never met before. Here are some helpful ways to prepare your child for her first day of school:

Vicky Lunnon from British International School Abu Dhabi shares advice on how parents can help ease the anxiety in children; advising that you can speak to children about school in a positive light, and even build a routine to help them adjust.

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5 ways the IB is the Best Preparation for University & Beyond
Head of Secondary at the British International School Abu Dhabi, Chris Lowe gives a brief background on the International Baccalaureate and why he believes IB is the best preparation for students preparing for university. In this video, learn about the elements of the core of IB, where it begins, and the different subjects that students take on with this program.

In recent years, the International Baccalaureate has gone from being viewed as a niche qualification suitable for only a small group of students, to one that is now both well-understood and well-regarded. And nowhere has that transformation been more apparent than in perceptions of the IB as a route into university.

One of the main reasons for the changing view of the IB is that it is increasingly seen as a good preparation for higher education, developing the kinds of skills that students will need at university. All diploma students complete an extended essay, a 4,000-word project on a topic of their choosing. This requires independent research, as well as an ability to think widely around a subject.

Although students on an A-level programme have the option of a comparable piece of work with the Extended Project Qualification, the fact that this is compulsory with the IB is a big advantage. It is an undergraduate style research project, where the student forms their own question. 

IB students also take a course on critical thinking, called Theory of Knowledge, which nurtures the kind of open and inquiring mind that is needed at university, she says. The IB also means students do not significantly narrow down their options for higher education when they make their subject choices at 16.

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Media & Communications play an important role in our daily lives. A degree in Media & Communications prepares you to be part of the world of media that is constantly evolving. If you are looking for a career in the field, this video explains the different programs and specializations that come with the degree. Dr. Feras Hamza highlights the different career opportunities that you could pursue and the skills that are required to achieve success.

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Prof. Mohamed Watfa explains the ins & outs of a Computer Science Degree. He presents the different branches of Computer Science as a whole; AI Majors, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity and others that enable you to adapt to the rapid changes of technology.

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Confidence is one of the greatest gifts a parent can give their child. Carl Pickhardt, a psychologist and author of 15 parenting books, says a kid who lacks confidence will be reluctant to try new or challenging things because they're scared of failing or disappointing others.

This can end up holding them back later in life and prevent them from having a successful career. "The enemies of confidence are discouragement and fear," he says. So, as a parent, it's your job to encourage and support your child as they attempt to tackle difficult tasks.

Teaching your kids to be resilient is key to boosting their self-esteem. Self-confidence comes from a sense of competence. A confident child needs a positive and realistic perception of his or her abilities. This arises out of achievements, great and small. Your encouraging words can help develop this confidence, especially when you refer to your child's specific efforts or abilities.

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ADHD is Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder where the child has low sitting tolerance and are always on the go, and  ADD is Attention Deficit Disorder in which child is low attention capacity and usually are in their own world.

We as adults in their life need to understand that this is a neuro-biological developmental disorder and the few impulsive behaviors out of their control. Parents and teachers need to understand how to accommodate this behavior and encourage them towards success as these kids are super intelligent and highly creative.

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Shefali Karani is the author of “Own It! Love What You Already Have” of which all book proceeds go toward good causes. She is an executive at her family’s business, and board director for two other companies. She’s an alumna of Columbia Business School in NYC and Drexel University. She lives in Dubai with her husband and continues to travel for work

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Mrs. Gaynor Dale, Principal, Regent International School
With 23 years of educational experience in London, Kenya, Leeds and most recently, Dubai, Mrs Dale believes all children are able to self-improve, grow and develop as individuals; to welcome and embrace change. She views education as a continuous process for pupils and staff and feels that in an ever-changing world, it is vital to teach young people how to be outstanding learners who can self-direct and cope with the challenges of modern life.

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There are different ways to identify learning disabilities and how to overcome them. Dr. Alka Kalra explains the different learning disabilities such as Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia and Dyspraxia - recognizing these at an early age helps to overcome them.

Children with learning disabilities have brilliant brains, but their way of learning and understanding differs from everyone else. We need to recognize this and help them learn by using different techniques like text-to-picture learning. For these kids, everything is a picture, hence the recommended strategy. They have the potential to become successful, all they need is support and encouragement from adults.

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Every milestone comes with its set of beautiful moments and hardships as well. Here she explains within these stages, ways to keep the parents in control of the situation with appropriate guidance to the children.  

Nouhad Doughan suggests 3 tips:
Tip #1: Stop, Explain , redirect
Tip #2 Empowerment and choices 
Tip #3 Explaining privileges vs rights and what you lose  

About the Speaker

Nouhad Doughan is a Lebanese mother of 3 kids. She has been in Dubai for 10 years. 
She found a passion for early years education when her first daughter was just 1 and after working most of her life in marketing. Nouhad opened her first nursery 5 years ago and now is in the process of opening the 3rd. Every ounce of attention and passion is put into Kids Spot Nursery.

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