Unlocking Algebra Through Language: A Multilingual Approach to Mathematical Meaning
Unlocking Algebra Through Language: A Multilingual Approach to Mathematical Meaning By KJ Ndweni In today’s increasingly globalised classrooms, teaching mathematics is not just about numbers and equations- It is about language. The transition from arithmetic to algebra, already a hurdle for many, is further complicated in contexts where learners speak multiple languages. This linguistic diversity […]
The cognitive leap: enhancing algebraic thinking in STEM education
The cognitive leap: enhancing algebraic thinking in STEM education By KJ Ndweni Welcome to a world where operations and numbers no longer align with the familiar rules of arithmetic. Instead, this world dances to the abstract rhythm of algebra. Have you ever wondered if the key to unlocking the mysteries of advanced mathematics lay not […]
The world we perceive: recognising and understanding our potential for bias
The world we perceive: recognising and understanding our potential for bias By Bonita Sadie “Everyone is a prisoner of his own experience. No one can eliminate prejudices — just recognise them.”— Edward R. Murrow Human perception is a complex and multifaceted process, shaped by an intricate interplay of cognitive, social, and cultural factors. In this […]
Complexity is the Norm and not the exception: exploring the dynamics of interconnectedness
Complexity is the Norm and not the exception: exploring the dynamics of interconnectedness By Sibongakonke Dlamini From intricate networks of community interactions to interdependent ecosystems on our planet, complexity is the engine underpinning social order and function. Carrying this undefined but present fascination in my subconscious, I was drawn to a liberal arts college […]
Can Marketing Mix Modelling (MMM) translate to Money-Making Machine?
By Bill Seota, Data Scientist Marketing is a field that I find particularly interesting. I recently delved into Marketing Mix Modelling (MMM) and was sceptical when I came across it being referred to as a Money-Making Machine. Can it be? Let’s unpack this technique that is being used extensively by company’s marketing professionals and advertising […]
The neurobiology and psychology of trust: understanding and enhancing trust in workplaces, schools, and personal relationships (PART 3)
By Bonita Sadie Brené Brown’s insights into the intricacies of trust, as outlined in part 2, have helped us to more thoroughly understand the psychology and neurobiology of trust. In this final part, we look at the strategies that can be employed to enhance trust. Cultivate Self-awareness Developing self-awareness is a crucial first step in […]
The neurobiology and psychology of trust: understanding and enhancing trust in workplaces, schools, and personal relationships (PART 2)
By Bonita Sadie Brené Brown, an esteemed researcher specialising in vulnerability, courage, shame, and empathy, offers insights into the intricacies of trust. Utilising the acronym BRAVING, which represents boundaries, reliability, accountability, the vault, integrity, non-judgment, and generosity, she breaks down the components of trust and their function in our interactions with others and ourselves. Brown […]
The neurobiology and psychology of trust: understanding and enhancing trust in workplaces, schools, and personal relationships (PART 1)
The neurobiology and psychology of trust: understanding and enhancing trust in workplaces, schools, and personal relationships (PART 1) By Bonita Sadie In a world often characterised by uncertainty and change, trust stands as the bedrock upon which our interactions and relationships are built. From the bustling corridors of workplaces to the echoing halls of schools […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare and Medicine
The healthcare system is rapidly evolving and is no longer bound by the constraints of human intelligence and decision making. In the healthcare system, artificial intelligence (AI) has been identified as a tool, which can save time and subsequently speed up medical assistance. AI is used is used as a tool to diagnose various ailments […]
AI for Employee Hiring
Recruitment is a process that organizations embark on to find, and ultimately hire, the best and most suitable candidate for a job opening. A recruitment process is deemed efficient if it is timely and cost-effective. Traditionally, organizations used word of mouth, referrals, hiring agencies and most recently social media for the purpose of recruitment all […]
