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Asian vs American Education: Differences in Learning Culture
08/06/2024

Asian vs American Education – Differences in Learning Culture

Asian vs American education systems exhibit distinct learning cultures based on various societal, cultural, and historical factors. These differences manifest in diverse approaches to teaching and learning, curriculum design, assessment methods, and educational philosophies. Understanding these distinctions can help educators and learners foster cross-cultural understanding and improve educational outcomes globally. This article delves into the […] Read more
Top Essential Organizational Skills for High School Students
06/06/2024

Top Important Organizational Skills for High School Students

A review conducted by the Institute of Education Sciences, US Department of Education, found that students who lack organizational skills will struggle with organizing their tasks and activities later in life, and their academic achievements will be limited. The most important organizational skills for high school students include: Time Management Skills Task Prioritization Skills Task Delegating Skills Goal Setting […] Read more
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27/10/2022

An introduction to the team at ISHCMC-American Academy

ISHCMC-American Academy is a leading international secondary school located in Ho Chi Minh City that consistently challenges and inspires students to achieve excellence in every area of education and their personal lives.   Integral to every accomplishment made by the children in our care is the fantastic leadership team and teaching staff that we have […] Read more
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27/10/2022

Ideal Classroom for Teaching & Learning | ISHCMC – AA

Gone are the days when a school classroom was always composed of strict lines of wooden desks and matching chairs, all permanently and ridgedly facing towards a blackboard and a teacher holding a piece of chalk. Although this setup might still be suitable for certain lessons and exams, it is now generally thought that when […] Read more
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27/10/2022

Experts Establish The Impact Of Wellbeing In Education

It is now widely considered that supporting the mental health of students throughout their education is a vital element of the services any educational facility should provide. When the wellbeing of a child is given the same importance as the child’s learning experience there is substantial evidence to show positive changes are made not only […] Read more
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27/10/2022

ISHCMC-AA Taking Education Beyond Academics

At ISHCMC-AA we believe there are many important elements to education, and a vital range of practices, environments, processes and curriculum, will create the ideal situation for a student to achieve success in learning.    Beyond academic subjects and traditional classroom teaching lies the great outdoors, where the natural environment is available to provide additional […] Read more
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27/10/2022

Agency in education, and its value to students, parents & teachers

Why ISHCMC-American Academy values agency in learning practices and how it benefits students, their parents and our teachers.   At first glance the principle of ‘agency in education’ might invoke some resistance from the grown ups in the room. As the phrase is sometimes explained ‘as enabling students to take charge of their own learning’, […] Read more
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27/10/2022

Our Graduates Are Lifelong Learners & Global Citizens!

At ISHCMC-American Academy (ISHCMC-AA) we provide children with the skills to be lifelong learners and the hearts and minds to be caring global citizens.   The faculty at ISHCMC-AA are committed to the Positive Education model, a teaching methodology that focuses on the development of the whole child. To achieve this important goal we ensure […] Read more
27/10/2022

How To Support Your Child Transition To ISHCMC-AA

Changing schools can be a daunting step in anyone’s life, no matter how old you are, or even if there is an older sibling already studying at the new academy. The process can be particularly difficult if the change is being made half way through middle or high school, when friendships between other students have […] Read more
27/10/2022

Proud Achievements of ISHCMC-AA Graduates

At ISHCMC-American Academy we are proud of every child who becomes part of our positive and happy school community. Due to our inclusive and varied educational program our teachers are able to ensure that all students at ISHCMC-AA are able to reach their potential and find success both at school and in their homelife.   […] Read more