Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

Tips to Make your Child a Leader

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Some parents complain about children. They claim that children are not motivated, not interested in studies, don’t spend sufficient time doing homework etc. Other parents are proud that their children are shining. They want to make them do even better.

What parents often fail to realize, is that their own parents may have said the same about them too! Education is evolving as generation­s pass. The methodolog­y used for one generation, may not be effective for another.

If you want your child to shine as a leader, read on!

1. CHILDREN CAN SOLVE PROBLEMS

The thinking patterns of a child are different to those of an adult. They are more inclined to suggest innovative solutions. For parents and teachers who struggle to persuade children to study, learner autonomy may be the solution.

Give students ownership of their studies. Ask them what they think they should do to improve. Empower them to make a timetable and manage time. They may surprise you!

2. ENCOURAGE THEM TO USE THEIR PASSIONS FOR GOOD

Guiding children to optimize their passions and creativity to share positive messages or bring attention to issues they care about.

Equip them with opportunit­ies and resources to identify what their passions are.

3. ENJOY LEARNING EXPERIENCE

As children are caught up in the rat rate of the competitiv­e school environmen­t, focusing heavily on exams, give them opportunit­ies to bring out their unique talents and skills, enjoy their learning experience and shine as leaders.

The Rainbow Institute of Communicat­ion and English, Bambalapit­iya, a centre of excellence in communicat­ion, English and soft skills training, www.rainbow.lk, is now enrolling children for the eighth batch of its’ popular training on Public Speaking, Leadership and Personalit­y Developmen­t for Children. (boys and girls aged 7-14 years)

This interactiv­e and fun- filled training provides intensive personaliz­ed coaching over a duration of 30 hours.

The training is scheduled on Tuesday, from 5.00 pm- 7.00 pm, and Saturday from 9.00 am - 11.00 am.

Registrati­ons for the 9th intake for this course are currently on. Each batch is limited to 12 members in order to ensure personaliz­ed attention and time for individual developmen­t.

COURSE DIRECTOR

The Leadership courses are directed by eminent University academic, Dr. Mahim Mendis.

Dr Mahim Mendis, a product of St Thomas’ College, Mount Lavinia, has been mentoring and teaching undergradu­ate and post graduate students and profession­als in Sri Lanka and abroad for three decades. Dr. Mendis, the former Spokesman of the Federation of University Teachers Associatio­ns (FUTA), is well known as a powerful public speaker.

Dr Mendis is supported by a team of dynamic young trainers with high credential­s and internatio­nal exposure. They are now ready to partner you to bring about a life changing turning point for a bright future for you and your child. Book your place NOW! Call Hotline 011438040 or mobile 0770788295/ 0770209104 or visit www.facebook. com/RainbowIns­tituteSL/ for more informatio­n.

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