Dr Sheeba Jojo

Special to Gulf News

Articles from the author

Getting the best out of distance learning

Routine, discipline and support are key to effective learning at home

The effectiveness of distance learning depends not only on technology, but on how seriously it is approached at home.

New term reality: Schools reshape learning rules

Upskilling, innovation and resilience shape a new academic year

Behind every online lesson is a teacher learning, unlearning, planning, adjusting, and persevering - all to ensure that students remain engaged, supported, and inspired.

Helping children navigate moments of crisis

Parents’ responses shape how young minds understand fear and change

Children are perceptive; they listen to conversations, observe reactions, and read the emotions of the adults they trust.

Preparing children for an independent life after school

Independence begins at home, long before children leave for university

When children contribute to household chores, they learn far more than practical skills - they learn time management and accountability.

Raising resilient children through early conversations

Boundaries, failure and honest dialogue prepare young minds for real life

Children who grow up in homes where dialogue is normal learn that mistakes are not disasters but growth opportunities.

When exams arrive, families must step in

Quiet support, empathy and reassurance at home can shape a child’s exam performance

Preparing for and writing examinations successfully is an art refined through routine, discipline, and sustained support.

Beyond nostalgia: Deeper purpose of alumni connection

How gratitude, belonging and the responsibility to give back shape future generations

When alumni return to their alma mater, they do more than revisit familiar corridors; they reconnect with a part of themselves.

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