by Oscar DASS | Nov 10, 2022 | Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12, Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Maths, The Grades
Maths is based on facts, theorems and rules (conjectures). And there are many of them It is a good idea to create a pocket book with all the rules written down (and perhaps 1-2 examples). Keep this handy and browse through it often. You will find that as time goes by,...
by Kirsten LLOYD | Nov 6, 2022 | Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Music, Secondary Music, The Grades
In Grade 7, the students have been exploring Gaming Music and it functions within the structure of the game. Adaptive Soundtracks are unique as they can change based on the internal cues. As the player progresses through the game, the music will change in reflection...
by Oscar DASS | Oct 26, 2022 | Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Maths
It has been a hectic term. Full time face-to-face teaching and learning. The pressure to catch up on missed learning has put tremendous pressure on students and teachers alike. So the mid-term break is a welcome pause and an opportunity to reflect on what was done....
by Magz BRAY | Oct 20, 2022 | Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), The Grades
Whilst the language of learning at ABIS is English, we are an international community with a diverse linguistic repertoire. For the majority of our students, English is a second language, and in some cases, a third one. When it comes to English language acquisition,...
by Fernando BEUKES | Oct 20, 2022 | Grade 1, Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP)
In PE, most of the classes have started with new units of learning. The grade 1 students have been looking at physical activities that can strengthen their heart, lungs, and other muscles; they explored a range of fun physical activities such as chasing-and-fleeing...
by Oscar DASS | Oct 20, 2022 | Grade 11, Grade 11 & 12 (DP), Grade 12, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 7 - 10 (MYP), Grade 8, Grade 9, Secondary Maths
At its core, Maths is a “set of rules” we create to play a game. So in order to play well, we need to know the rules. This can be accomplished through regular practice and memorisation. Both approaches serves to “internalise” knowledge and...
