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Internships are one of the best ways to get real work experience as a student. Here are some advantages and benefits of internships for students: Real Life Experience and Exposure Internships offer students to use their learning into action in a real-world environment. Learning is one thing, but taking those skills into the workforce and…

The pandemic has opened new doors to many opportunities for learning and writing professional emails has always been part of the new milieu. What does it mean to be professional even in the way we communicate via email? Does it really matter? Whether you want to communicate with business clients or colleagues, managers or subordinates,…

Have you ever ordered anything online? If so, you’ve likely dealt with a drop shipping business. “What’s that?” you might ask. The short answer is- a drop-shipper, is the “middle-man” between a whole seller and a customer. In other words, when a customer buys a product from you, you then take the order and forward…

Generally, companies, institutions or organizations, whether small or large, always keep the principles of implementing their respective jobs and skills under the guise of being compiled, published as a live textbook during practice or through videos or documents in internal training sessions. It is noteworthy that there is, of course, publicity on social media and…

Despite what we may think, self-discipline is a learned conduct. It requires trial and repetition. People with self-discipline do not allow their decisions & choices to be made by urges or feelings. Instead, they make logical decisions without being stressed or dismayed. Self-discipline creates continual, lasting success in all facets of life. Self-discipline is crucial…

Forgiveness is an act of kindness and creates peace and harmony to the world. People make mistakes because they are just human beings but when you forgive more, you allow yourself to be free from guilt. Forgiveness allows people to learn to let go and move on. Parents need to understand that children are not…

Although in many ESL classroom settings cursive writing may seem outdated and unnecessary to be taught, this practice or activity could push reading and writing skills to another level that we should not take for granted. Some benefits of cursive are: 1. Enhancing students’ spelling ability How is it possible that cursive can lead to…

Dear Teacher, I’m sorry I missed my homework. I’m sorry I missed my assignment. I’m sorry I said you were too strict. I’m sorry I was late to your class every morning. I’m sorry to make your job ten times harder than it should be. Dear teacher, now that I’ve grown up and joined this…

The Campus and Building Maintenance Department of Mengly J. Quach Education (MJQE) plays a vital role to improve, support, and develop the aesthetics of both American Intercon School and Aii Language Center at all campus locations. The Campus and Building Maintenance Department is doing all efforts to promote the aesthetics, safety, and comfort of all…

A hard-working person focuses on growth, knowledge, and experience within a company. They want to learn more and advance themselves within the field. These are the three important benefits of being a hard-working employee: Knowledge Advancement: No matter how important or unimportant the work is, it presents challenges and opportunities for you to grow. It…

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.” — Will Durant Clubs and organizations in school are really beneficial to students such as connecting them to people who have similar interests, getting to expose themselves, providing a path to leadership within the organization, giving them more opportunities to…

Dear teachers, We are writing this letter to remind you of how grateful we are for everything that you are doing. Nothing can easily be a barrel to prevent you from encouraging us to grasp education and understand the outside life. But because of the COVID-19, we know you have been through some difficulties in…

COVID- 19 has placed difficulties & creates fear in all of us. The effects make it challenging for people to respond. What we need is to recognize and accept that we are facing a crisis. It is the first thing we must do. It is a difficult thing to do, but once we recognize the…

World music day has been celebrated since 1981 to the present day. It has originated from France, and now people around the world celebrate it annually every 21st of June. It has marked the beauty of free spirit and the power of music. It also encourages amateur musicians to showcase their works to the world.…

What is World Blood Donor Day? The World Blood Donor Day started in 2004, it was then inducted as an annual global event by the fifty-eighth World Health Assembly in 2005. World Blood Donor Day is now celebrated each year throughout the world on June 14. For 2021, the World Blood Donor Day slogan will…

Currently, we see that the education sector in Cambodia is making great progress whether in public or private schools and these factors make our country produce a lot of human resources that are truly knowledgeable to become globally competitive. Along with this success, there are also some challenges observed in the current education sector for…

“You are either born smart or you are not!”This is a hard pill to swallow and as a student, I definitely won’t. Times have changed and generations have prospered. So, don’t believe anyone who tells you that you aren’t smart enough. Only believe in yourself. The brain is like a muscle. When you do challenging…

Many people are struggling during the pandemic while some people, especially the students are taking advantage of it. Here are 8 tips you can use to thrive during the pandemic.1. Be prepared. Read your assignments or lessons before class, complete your homework, and be ready to respond to your teachers. With the limitation of in-person…

Social Perspective: Article 36 of the 1993 Constitution of the Kingdom of Cambodia states: “Khmer citizens of both sexes have equal pay for equal work.” The work of a housewife is worth the same to the income from working outside the home.” However, in Cambodian society, women do not seem to be properly valued in…

As parents, we are already concerned about our children’s social media activity: the misinformation and even greater reliance on phones during the pandemic will only intensify anxieties. We should work together with our kids and find ways to support them. Online learning can help children find social connections, acceptance, and teacher support. Being home during…

Do you know how important smiling is? How much have you smiled at yourself or other people? These are the reasons why you should keep smiling every day. 1. Smiling Helps You Live LongerPerhaps the most compelling reason to smile is that it may lengthen your overall lifespan. Studies have found that genuine, intense smiling…

By Ravi Ghimire Understanding any language correlates to the origin of a specific dialect. The modern English language is the modified version of the Indo-European language. This vernacular has come a long way adding and discarding vocabulary from more than 350 different languages. It is a recollection of Greek, German, Latin, French, and many other…

By Karen Edegan Pagulayan I have a challenge for you to answer to check if you are genuinely happy: (Note: This test is not intended for a professional assessment.)1. Do I love myself?2. Do I smile and laugh every day?3. Do I enjoy what I am doing now? If you answered yes to most of…

Nalen Khlim   Have you ever heard your kids say “I am not good enough”, “I can never do it”, “I am bad at this and that.”? Do you care enough to doubt why they state such things to themselves? Self-love can be the key answer. It is not a type of love with arrogance…

By Michael Jake Arcilla The scorching heat from the sun makes us all wonder about summertime. Going to the beach, dipping into the cold swimming pool, and having a nice tan. But what does these mean during a lockdown because of the pandemic that makes the whole world crumble in fear and anxiety? I don’t…

By Sophal Sok Sleep is very important to the human body, but most of us seem to ignore it. The most common problem that adults are facing nowadays is sleep deprivation due to our busy schedules and mental anxiety or illness. For most adults, the amount of sleep needed for best health is 7 to…

By Vuthyro Chuon   “Dar Lean” festival is related to religious belief which Khmer ancestors have consistently practiced until now. It has been called by different names, but regardless of what it is identified, the purposes are to commemorate the guardian spirit of land and water who inherited the fruitful resources for the later generation,…

by Chansoma Yen One of the most often used terms after the pandemic is the term “New Normal.” The New Normal in education is the increased use of online learning tools. The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered new ways of learning. All around the world, educational institutions are looking toward online learning platforms to continue with…

by Kimnget Koy Why should we take care of our environment? Improving and maintaining the environment is becoming a more crucial task in our lives. Due to carelessness and ignorance, this important responsibility is quickly becoming a critical issue. For this reason, I took it upon myself to construct a strategic plan to enlighten my…

by Vanny Sim There were many life lessons that my parents taught me when I was a child, and one of them was a habit of saying “Thank you”. It has been the most wonderful life lesson that I have ever learnt. Saying “thank you” shows you are polite and dignified, it also improves your…

By Michael Jake Arcilla Recents studies have shown that when parents are more involved with their child’s education, most likely they will do better in school. Students who achieve better academic performance are linked to parental involvement such as being involved in child’s time for learning and talking about school related activities that matter the…

by Ngot Toung Aside from my son’s birth, another great moment in my life would have to be the birth of my daughter. Being a parent is thankless, exhausting, and frustrating at times; yet, I would not trade it for the world. I know that raising my daughter correctly will take a lot of love,…

1. Definition: Respiratory disease is caused by a virus that can affect nose, throat and the respiratory system. This disease can be infected from person to another person through sneezing, cough and direct contact. 2. Symptoms: the symptoms of respiratory disease are cough, fatigue, flu or cold, headache, runny nose, sneezing, sore throat and this…

Last year, a deadly virus hit the world. Everyone was scared. Schools had to be temporarily closed. Students had to stay home. However, education has to go on. We couldn’t just stop educating our children. So, what should we do

Outside the standard basis of every educational curriculum, there are endless opportunities for students to learn new skills and ignite new passions. Extracurricular activities are a dynamic element in any child’s development.

If you are a student learning from home doing your online class, I love you 3,000. If you are a teacher working from home curating lessons for your live classes, I love you 3,000. If you are feeling stressed or anxious because of all the things happening around you, remember there is someone out there…

I could feel hundreds of eyes glued at me. I started talking but my voice sounded like a screech on the microphone. My eyes darted around the room. I found her. With proud eyes, my teacher gave me a wink and smile. My stage fright instantly dissipated and I heard my voice slicing through the…

Parenting has always been tough, but COVID-19 has made it even tougher. Our children being stuck at home, not seeing their friends, classmates, and not being able to socialize are some of the effects brought by COVID-19. It is not easy and they need our support now more than ever. The continuity of their education…

Communication is an important aspect of human life whether you are a student or a working professional. In order to relay the message, one must communicate it properly. At times, misunderstanding happens due to communication barriers caused by the environment, people’s attitude, distraction or priorities, lack of trust, and culture and language barrier. Here are…

  When you travel by plane, airlines ask you this question. Are you traveling for business or pleasure? Traveling is no longer done only for leisure or business since a lot of research shows how it can be beneficial to our well-being. These are some of the benefits of traveling. 1. It improves your self-esteem.…

Nowadays, it is quite challenging to run a business because we live in a free-market economy, so we have to fight along with a lot of competitors to survive. Here are four ways to stand out from the crowd to help you deliver excellent customer service. Know Clearly about Your Product/Service Generally, customers will abandon…

In pandemic situations, it is important to note that children can perceive nervousness and anxiety which cause them to feel overwhelmed and stressed. Depending on their age, the response may vary. Some children may become over-attached while some may withdraw, angry, be agitated, and some may start wetting the bed. Here are some tips to…

The virtual class is becoming a new normal for many students around the globe due to the pandemic. It is quite challenging and takes time and effort to adapt to the new platform of learning. Students miss their face-to-face class and favor it more; however, it is better to be safe than sorry. Online learning…

“The more you know, the more you realize you don’t know.” – Aristotle  The definition of a modern computer is a device that computes data and provides standard output. It dynamically runs algorithms and arithmetic operations to provide fast and accurate results which are obvious and valid in mathematical terms.  Whereas, Quantum is a discrete…

Whenever we think of cycling, we also get to hear about the famous physicist Albert Einstein’s quote that says ”Life is like riding a bicycle to keep your balance you must keep moving.” Cycling became our favorite sport and a good childhood memory as well. Many people nowadays choose cycling as their exercise and a…

Have you ever played chess? Have you ever found a profound connection between you and the chess pieces as you find a strategy that can outsmart your opponent? More than a game of strategy, chess has more inclination as a cultural art form that has shaped the lives of our ancestors. Chess is an important…

Each individual on earth craves love; however, have you ever asked how much love you have for yourself? It is not about arrogance or unhealthy ego to convey the love to oneself, yet the secure and safe type of love that will lead one to serendipity in life. Based on scientist David Hamilton who studied…

Librarians are indispensable members of the professional community in promoting education in Cambodia.   The Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports has developed several school libraries to meet the learning and teaching needs of students and teachers. Amidst this effort the word “librarian” is taken lightly and is not so well known in Cambodia. Some…

In a poor Cambodian home, girls are less likely to get the chance to obtain educational support in the family. If there are few members to be sent to school, girls are the last choice. There are a number of reasons for this which includes cultural constraints and traditions, poverty, lack of parental or community…

Many of us have dreamed about having a toned and muscular body, however, some of us might not know where to begin. In today’s world, information regarding strength training is readily available with just a click of your mouse. However, there is so much information out there that anyone looking to start a strength training…

As our country is becoming more international, we meet people from other cultures in our schools, workplaces and neighborhoods.   There are many different aspects of a culture that affect the way we live and interact with others. Some of these cultural aspects are easy to detect, such as the way we speak, the food…

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our lives and our economy not only in Cambodia but nearly everywhere around the globe. All public and private schools were announced to temporarily close in order to stop the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.   Due to school closure, students and teachers have to be distant and classes were…

Many Cambodian students dream of studying in another country. Cambodian students dream of pursuing high-school or higher education abroad for quality education, language acquisition and the opportunity to learn new skills. Studying abroad not only sharpens your academic performance but also helps you to appreciate other cultures, overcome the challenges of living in another country…

Separation anxiety is a natural or common problem for any preschooler, especially during the first few weeks of school. Although starting preschool is a marvelous milestone, it often comes with lots of crying, uncertainty, and heel digging. “For children, the main source of anxiety around entering preschool is that they have absolutely no idea what…

The family plays a major role in shaping the character of a person. Imagine a household with a violent father, what do you think will happen?   Do you think it will create a cycle of violence?   In the 2020 report done by Cambodia Centre for Human Rights (CCHR), one out of five women…

Have you ever been to a place you do not even know exists but took the risk and tried it out? I was prepared and ready to fly. “Kuwait, here I come!” Do you know that feeling of imagining a place that you have already researched, told friends and family, yet, one call changes it…

Our learners in this brave new world are born with the tablet attached to their belly. It is unavoidable for them to let go of what they were born with and that is the boom of digital technology. Educators have long debated the benefits and disadvantages of technology in the classroom, but our millennials, and…

For the past twelve months we have witnessed the COVID-19 pandemic ravaging the world one continent at a time. Domestic and corporate lives gasp for normalcy as our homes, schools and businesses have been turned upside down…

Often in a classroom, you will observe different kinds of learners with different kinds of learning styles. Based on the book Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences by Howard Gardner…

Every time there is an announcement of a community outbreak, everyone becomes anxious and overwhelmed. Some people even have a sudden physical reaction such as headache, sore throat, fever…