Introduction: What Skills Will Matter Most? In my previous article, I discussed whether knowledge is losing its value in the age of AI. This time, I’d like to focus on three important skills that we should develop to thrive in this new era. These are: Let’s take a closer look at each one. 1. Thinking […]
3 Essential Skills to Develop in the Age of AI Read More »
The Astonishing Growth of AI The recent advances in AI have been nothing short of remarkable.Ask ChatGPT a question, and it can provide answers that are not only accurate but also incredibly easy to understand—often exceeding my expectations. Sometimes, I’m so impressed by the clarity of its explanations that I wonder:Will I lose my job
Will Knowledge Lose Its Value in the Age of AI? Read More »
Do You Ever Feel Anxious Before an Exam? Have you ever felt nervous and thought, “What if I can’t do it?” before an important test?Anxiety can be a tough emotion to deal with. But in a way, it shows that you’re taking things seriously—that you care. The Simple Yet Powerful Solution Still, we’d all prefer
How to Overcome Anxiety Before Exams Read More »
What Is Reading Comprehension, Really? Reading comprehension often feels like an abstract concept.But chances are, if you’ve found your way to this blog—despite the overwhelming amount of videos and images available online—you probably already have a decent level of reading comprehension. As a cram school teacher who has worked with many students over the years,
The One and Only Way to Improve Reading Comprehension Read More »
Have you ever started something with the intention of keeping it up, only to stop after just one day? Or maybe three days?I know I have. But I realized something:“Those who succeed are the ones who consistently take small steps every day.” The Power of Small Steps Watching many students over the years, I also
The Most Important Thing for Continuity: Small Steps Read More »
Do you use your hands to write when studying or brainstorming ideas? Having taught at a cram school for about 15 years, I’ve observed a common trait among students whose grades improve: they write. Whether it’s memorizing characters and vocabulary or solving math problems, students who actively write tend to score higher. I believe there
The Importance of Writing Read More »
In my previous post, I introduced Anki as an excellent tool for memorization. The Ultimate Learning Tool: Anki This time, I’d like to share how I actually use Anki in my daily studies. My Anki Decks Below is a screenshot of my deck list. I organize the content I want to remember into different categories.
How I Use the Anki App for Effective Learning Read More »
Have you ever wished you could think faster? I certainly have. Watching comedians engage in witty conversations on TV or seeing people make quick-witted decisions made me wonder, “How do they do that?” In this post, I’ll introduce six ways to sharpen your thinking speed. 1. Expand Your Knowledge Think about it—don’t you naturally talk
6 Ways to Think Faster Read More »
Have you heard of a learning tool called Anki? It’s a flashcard system that delivers the highest learning efficiency for memorization. I used to be skeptical about studying with smartphones and similar devices, but Anki completely changed my perspective. I’ve been using it for about a year, and I’ve even introduced it to my students
The Ultimate Learning Tool: Anki Read More »
Introduction Spelling mistakes can significantly impact how others perceive us. The more mistakes we make, the less trustworthy we appear. For instance, frequent errors in important documents like university application forms can make others question, “Can I really trust this person?” Although the internet makes it easy to verify spellings, there are many situations—such as
Tips to Avoid Common Spelling Mistakes Read More »
