Did You Know Facts

“Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think.”

– Albert Einstein

At OhmsKids, we offer unique programs designed to help your child develop essential skills for success in the 21st century. Our programs are built on the principles of fun, engagement, and holistic learning, and are designed to foster creativity, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking.

Fact 1

Learning is faster and more effective when it's fun!

Did You Know: Research has shown that incorporating fun and creativity into learning can lead to students learning more and the achievement and success of students in learning something increases. (Z. Feiyue, “Edutainment Methods in the Learning Process: Quickly, Fun and Satisfying”, Int. J. Environ. Eng. Educ., vol. 4, no. 1, pp. 19-26, Apr. 2022.)

Fact 2

Students learn more than twice as effectively when learning is fun!

Fact 3

Learning through fun boosts student engagement

Did You Know: Research has shown that using enjoyable instructional approaches can increase student engagement in the learning process, leading to a more interactive and immersive learning experience. (Mokhtar, N., Xuan, L. Z., Lokman, H. F., & Noor Hayati Che Mat, N. H. C. M. (2023). Theory, Literature Review, and Fun Learning Method Effectiveness in Teaching and Learning. International Journal of Social Science and Education Research Studies, 3(08), 1738-1744.)

Fact 4

Learning through fun improves academic performance.

Did You Know: Studies have found that using enjoyable instructional approaches can lead to improved academic performance, as students are more motivated and engaged in the learning process. (Mokhtar, N., Xuan, L. Z., Lokman, H. F., & Noor Hayati Che Mat, N. H. C. M. (2023). Theory, Literature Review, and Fun Learning Method Effectiveness in Teaching and Learning. International Journal of Social Science and Education Research Studies, 3(08), 1738-1744.)

Fact 5

Learning through fun fosters a deeper understanding of complex concepts.

Did You Know: Research has shown that using enjoyable instructional approaches can expand cognitive horizons for students, helping them to think more creatively and develop a deeper understanding of complex concepts. (Mokhtar, N., Xuan, L. Z., Lokman, H. F., & Noor Hayati Che Mat, N. H. C. M. (2023). Theory, Literature Review, and Fun Learning Method Effectiveness in Teaching and Learning. International Journal of Social Science and Education Research Studies, 3(08), 1738-1744.)

Fact 6

Learning through fun encourages students to think more creatively.

Fact 7

Fun learning approaches increase motivation.

Did You Know: Studies have found that using enjoyable instructional approaches can increase motivation and mastery of subject matter, as students are more engaged and invested in the learning process. (Mokhtar, N., Xuan, L. Z., Lokman, H. F., & Noor Hayati Che Mat, N. H. C. M. (2023). Theory, Literature Review, and Fun Learning Method Effectiveness in Teaching and Learning. International Journal of Social Science and Education Research Studies, 3(08), 1738-1744.)

Fact 8

German teaching style encourages discussion and debate.

Did You Know: German teachers often use a teaching approach that involves a lot of talking and discussion between students and teachers. This helps students think critically, share ideas, and learn from each other. (Guo, H., & Pilz, M. (2020). A comparative study of teaching and learning in German and Chinese vocational education and training schools: A classroom observation study. Research in Comparative and International Education, 15(4), 391-413.

Fact 9

Chinese teachers share their knowledge through lecturing.

Did You Know: Research has shown that Chinese teaching methods often rely heavily on lecturing, where teachers transmit knowledge to students through direct instruction. (Guo, H., & Pilz, M. (2020). A comparative study of teaching and learning in German and Chinese vocational education and training schools: A classroom observation study. Research in Comparative and International Education, 15(4), 391-413.

Fact 10

Chinese teachers spent more than 6 times more time lecturing than German teachers.

Did You Know: Research has found that Chinese teachers spend more than 6 times as much time lecturing as German teachers, highlighting a significant difference in teaching styles between the two countries. (Guo, H., & Pilz, M. (2020). A comparative study of teaching and learning in German and Chinese vocational education and training schools: A classroom observation study. Research in Comparative and International Education, 15(4), 391-413.

Fact 11

German teachers spent almost twice as much time asking questions and discussing.

Did You Know: Research has found that German teachers spend almost twice as much time asking questions and discussing with students. (Guo, H., & Pilz, M. (2020). A comparative study of teaching and learning in German and Chinese vocational education and training schools: A classroom observation study. Research in Comparative and International Education, 15(4), 391-413.