Posts by Nick Kontgas
What is Metacognition?
The long-awaited article. People have been asking me for years to write an article on metacognition. Metacognition is something that naturally occurs in all people’s minds. It’s a subset of analytical thinking. It’s often referred to as “thinking about thinking”. It helps people improve their learning outcomes by using critical thinking strategies to analyze their…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Nightly Reading
The benefits of well-managed nightly reading
Read MoreTips for learning English naturally.
Tips for learning English naturally. Hey, everyone! I’ve been teaching English Language Arts for a long time, now. It’s a fantastic subject, with so many branches out to other topics. It’s really important for anyone who wants to improve their English. Even native speakers should learn it! But there are some problems that English learners…
Read MoreHow to Help Your Child Achieve Better Learning Outcomes.
A teacher’s perspective on improving student outcomes. Improving learning outcomes is a challenge that, at times, can seem insurmountable. While reading through posts on LinkedIn this morning, I stumbled across a message that talked about focusing on the bright spots in people’s performance, rather than solving problems. I fundamentally disagree with this. Not because the…
Read MoreIt’s Time to Toughen Up Our kids.
We are raising generations of weak people, and it is going to hurt our societies for generations to come.
Read MoreThe Most Difficult Task for Learners.
What to do when your child has trouble learning? First of all, find out if they have mistakes in their background knowledge on a subject.
Read MoreLive Tutoring Update:
Here’s a live tutoring update! Recently, I have been testing the app Zoom Cloud Meetings for hosting lessons with my students in China. Initial tests have been quite stable and successful. We are on our way, finally! I am modifying my teaching materials for use with American students and immigrants to America. I will provide…
Read MoreProblems on the Site
Hello all! This is just a short message to let you know that I have been having a few problems on the back end of the site. I have solved some of them, but others are a bit tougher. New blogs and course content will be available soon. Thanks so much for your interest and…
Read MoreHow do I help my child improve their reading?
Many families struggle with instilling good reading and study habits in their children. Follow Mr. Nick to get advice, insights, and downloadable lessons to help get your child on the right path!
Read MoreThe Correct Way to Think About Learning.
A brief commentary on how to think about learning.
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