Vacancies in Manulife

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Manulife Technology & Services Sdn Bhd is a member of Manulife Financial, a leading Canadian-based financial services group with over 20,000 employees serving millions of customers in 22 countries and territories worldwide.

We are an IT shared service company providing software development and QA services to members of the Manulife group of companies.

In Manulife, we believe that our most valuable investment is our people. Without good people, nothing else matters in our business.

Thus, we make an unrelenting effort to find, attract and retain exceptional men and women. We want our talent to reside in house, in people who are intimate with our business and our culture.

We are rapidly expanding our business. If you are the type of mature and dynamic person looking for cutting edge software development opportunities in a stable, rapidly expanding and financially sound organization, we invite you to apply for the following vacancy in our company.








Java Developers (Job Code : AP 110)  

Responsibilities:


We have web application systems developed in house that are currently used by Manulife group of companies in Asia. We are constantly enhancing and expanding our services provided via these application systems to provide our customers and user group with better usage experience and services.


In 2011, we are expanding our development team due to increase of projects requests. We are currently looking for developers to join our development team based in Malaysia. The candidates will work with business analysts, project managers, user group based in Asia to design, build new and enhance existing systems to support business initiatives.


Requirements:

  • Candidate must possess at least a second class upper degree in Computer Science or its equivalent.
  • Must be willing to travel abroad when the needs arise.
  • Enjoy solving logical problems and love working with data.
  • Good organizational and problem solving skills.
  • Adaptable and flexible when dealing with necessary changes.
  • Experience with all phases of the systems development lifecycle.
  • Able to read and speak in Mandarin is a must.
  • Must have the following knowledge:
    • Java
    • Javascript
    • HTML
  • Knowledge of the following is a plus:
    • Life Insurance or Travel Insurance Industry
    • Experience in building Web application systems
    • Oracle PL/SQL
    • SQL Plus
    • J2EE
    • JSP
  • Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply. Training will be provided.
Deadline of Submission: 31/03/2011
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Analyst Programmer (Job Code : AP)  
Responsibilities:



We have application systems developed in house that are currently used by Manulife group of companies in Asia and North America. We are constantly enhancing and expanding our services provided via these application systems to provide our customers and user group with better usage experience and services.




In 2010, we are expanding our development team due to increase of projects requests. We are currently looking for developers to join our development team based in Malaysia. The candidates will work with business analysts, project managers, user group based in Asia and/or North America to design, build new and enhance existing application systems to support business initiatives.


Requirements:
  • Candidate must possess at least a second class upper degree in Computer Science or its equivalent.
  • Excellent communication skill in English, both verbal and writing.
  • Must be willing to travel abroad when the needs arise.
  • Enjoy solving logical problems and love programming.
  • Good organizational and problem solving skills.
  • Like to work in friendly working environment that encourage learning and sharing.
  • Candidates with minimum 1 year of working experience in Systems Development in any of the following areas are encouraged to apply:
    • ASP.net
    • VB.net
    • C#.net 
    • PL/SQL
    • Java
    • MS SQL (TSQL)
    • Oracle
  • Knowledge of the following is a plus:
    • Life Insurance Industry
  • Fresh graduates and final year students are welcome to apply. Training will be provided
Deadline of Submission: 30/04/2011
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Oracle Forms/Reports Developers (Job Code : AP 103)
Responsibilities:  


To enhance and maintain financial application systems for the worldwide Manulife group of companies using Oracle Forms/Reports.

Requirements:
  • Candidate must possess at least a second class upper degree in Computer Science or its equivalent.
  • Excellent communication skill in English, both verbal and writing.
  • Must be willing to travel abroad when the needs arise.
  • Enjoy solving logical problems and love working with data.
  • Good organizational and problem solving skills.
  • Adaptable and flexible when dealing with necessary changes.
  • Experience with all phases of the systems development lifecycle.
  • Candidates with minimum 1 year of working experience in any programming language and interested to work as Oracle Forms/ Reports Developer are encourage to apply.
  • Training in Oracle will be provided.
  • Knowledge of the following is a plus:
    • Life Insurance Industry.
    • Knowledge of Chinese, Cantonese.
    • Oracle PL/SQL

Deadline of Submission: 30/04/2011

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VB.net/ ASP.net Developer
(Job Code : AP109)

Responsibilities:

  • Translate business user requests for information and technical support services into systems requirement.
  • Work with IT partners oversea to understand requirements in order to formulate effective designs and code.
  • Develop and test key Client server and web application systems.
Requirements:
  • Possess at least a second class upper degree in Computer Science or its equivalent.
  • Able to communicate in English and possess good communication skill.
  • Must be willing to travel abroad when the needs arise.
  • Enjoy solving logical problems and love programming.
  • Like to work in friendly working environment that encourage learning and sharing.
  • Minimum 1 year experience in the following areas:
    • ASP.net
    • C# or VB.net
    • MS SQL stored procedure (TSQL)
    • Javascript
  • Knowledge of the Securities or Life Insurance industry is a plus.
 
Fresh graduates with no working experience but have knowledge of ASP.net or VB.net are encouraged to apply. Training will be provided.

Deadline of Submission: 30/04/2011

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We offer a competitive remuneration package which includes benefits such as
  • Flexi Working Hours
  • Car loan subsidies
  • Dental benefits
  • Medical Insurance for employee and family
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Performance based Bonus
  • 15% EPF
  • Gymnasium subsidy
  • 5-day Work Week and an environment for you to learn and develop your career.
Please apply by sending a complete resume that includes your working experiences if any, stating details (grades for each subject) of your public examination results starting from SPM, expected salary, contact telephone number together with photograph (n.r.) attention to :

Email : MTSHR@manulife.com

(Kindly indicate the job code you are applying for at the "Subject" column)
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified 



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Vacancies in Dell, Cyberjaya

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There are many vacancies available in Dell, Cyberjaya.


Requirement : Working experience / educational background in IT.


Please kindly email resume to veniswaran@hotmail.com. If there are matching vacancies,  interviews will be arranged.


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Vacancy - Pre-U Lecturer - Physics and Maths

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Private College in Kuala Lumpur

Requirements:
-Must have degree relevant to the subject (Eg: To teach Physics, you must have degree in Physics)

-Preferably to have Master in relevant field.

-Must have min 5 years teaching experience.

Please submit your updated resume to hmuthu@gmail.com

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10 Invisible Fitness Moves (No Gym Required!)

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For Your Arms

1. Grocery Bicep Curls
If only you could get to the gym as often as you find yourself at the supermarket! Happily, it's possible to shop your way to fitness. Reebok master trainer Petra Kolber suggests this simple strategy to strengthen biceps: As you load your groceries into the car (or as you unload, or after you've schlepped the bags into your kitchen), do 10 to 15 biceps curls with one half-full bag in each hand.

2. Chair Push-Ups
David Kirsch, owner of the Madison Square Club in New York City and author of Sound Mind, Sound Body (Rodale), says you can tone your upper arms (known unaffectionately as bat wings) without leaving your desk: Grab the armrests of your chair, elbows bent at a 90-degree angle, and push yourself up, straightening your arms to do minilifts (your butt raises off the seat). Do three sets of 15 to 20 reps two or three times a day, and you'll soon notice a difference.

3. Dictionary Lifts
To strengthen your shoulders (and give them that nice "cap" that goes so well with sleeveless tops), try this while sitting at your desk: Grasp a heavy dictionary or laptop in front of you with straight arms (don't lock your elbows); then lift it from the desk to shoulder height, hold for a few seconds, and lower. "Do this for 12 to 15 reps per set, and do two or three sets, three to four times a week," suggests Tracy York, Los Angeles-based trainer and costar of the video Breakthru Pilates Plus. "If you sit up straight, so your back is unsupported by the chair, you'll also engage your abdominal muscles."



For Your Balance and Posture

4. Instant Stabilizer
Next time you're waiting in line at the bank or grocery store, try this tai chi move to improve your balance, suggests wellness expert Scott Cole. The horse stance: Stand erect with feet parallel and shoulder-distance apart, then breathe in, exhale, slightly bend your knees, and settle down into your body. Focus your attention on a point two inches below your navel, and relax into your breathing for a few minutes. Do this on a daily basis, says Cole, and you will not only feel more balanced during other activities but also stave off joint problems and arthritis that may come with aging.

5. Bend and Snap
Your spine gets very unhappy slumping forward all day. Years of bad posture can lead to an aching back, an unflattering silhouette, and in time, nastier problems like compressed disks. To reverse the curve, Conrad Earnest, PhD, director of the Center for Human Performance at the Cooper Institute in Dallas, suggests standing up, placing your hands on your buttocks as if putting them in your back pockets (thumbs facing out), and then arching back just two inches or so (stretching any farther hyperextends your back; not a good thing). Hold five seconds, release, and repeat two more times. Try this every few hours, says Earnest: You'll feel better, and your back will be stronger and healthier for the long term.

6. Tummy Tuck
Who better than a professional belly dancer to tell us how to get those abs ready for midriff baring? Rania, creator of the video Cardio Shimmy, says you can do the "belly squeeze" at your desk, in the car, or in front of the TV. Take a deep breath and relax all your abdominal muscles, then exhale and pull them in as hard as you can, holding for several seconds. "Try to feel every muscle squeezing," says Rania. "This is something bodybuilders do to give their abs more definition. It really works the muscles." Aim for three sets of eight squeezes a day and you'll soon see results—and notice, no one said "sit-ups."



For Your Butt and Legs

7. Glute Squeeze
If fanny spread has begun to seem like an occupational hazard, try this glute squeeze, suggested by Nancy Kennedy of Kennedy & Strom Fitness in Los Angeles: Sit straight in your chair, abdominal muscles tight, and squeeze your buttocks together for three to five counts, release for two, then repeat 15 to 20 times for a set. Try to work in three or four sets a day, and you'll definitely feel a "tighter, higher tushie" in a month or so, says Kennedy.

8. Mini Leg Lifts
The next time you're just standing around, grab on to something solid (sink, desk, table) and tone your butt, suggests Lydia Bach, founder of the Lotte Berk Method and creator of its video series. Stand straight with one leg slightly in back of you, two to three inches off the ground, foot flexed. Hold for 15 to 20 breaths, then do 20 to 30 tiny lifts, pausing at the top of each lift for a couple of seconds. Repeat on the other side. If you don't feel sore the next day, double the number of reps. "This works both the standing and lifting sides," says Bach. Repeated over time, it's a good investment, resulting in "high, round assets."

9. Leg Resistors
Here's a bargain—three body parts worked out for the price of one exercise, and you can reap the rewards without ever leaving your chair (or airplane seat), according to William J. Kraemer, PhD, professor of kinesiology at the University of Connecticut. To tone your inner thighs (body part number one), sit with your feet about shoulder-width apart, and put your hands on the insides of your knees, palms pushing out. Then slowly try to bring your knees together, providing resistance with your arm muscles (body part number two). Do two sets of ten repetitions (each rep should last three to five seconds), then go for number three, the outer thighs: Start in the same position, but place your hands on the outsides of your knees and try to push your thighs outward against the resistance of your arm muscles. Do two sets of ten reps as before. Repeat at least three times a week (preferably daily) to help develop and tone your thigh and arm muscles.

10. Natural Stairmaster
Walk on your tiptoes when you take the stairs. According to Los Angeles-based trainer Ellen Barrett, featured in the Crunch: Fat Burning Pilates workout video, you'll tone your calves ("They'll look lifted," says Barrett) and coach your body to maintain good posture. "You can't be on your toes and slump forward at the same time," says Barrett.


Re-energize your workday (or a trip to the supermarket!) with these simple, hassle-free exercises--no equipment required.


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5 Surprising Ways to Live Longer—and a Whole Lot Better

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An extraordinary 80-year study has led to some unexpected discoveries about long life.
By Amanda Schupak
O, The Oprah Magazine  |  February 17, 2011






1. Give More to Live More
It's no secret that people with a strong social support system tend to live longer. But it turns out that it's not what your friends and family do for you; it's what you do for them that counts. Among Terman's subjects, the men and women who liked to lend a helping hand—the ones who cared for their neighbors, the ones whom others turned to for advice—lived the longest.

2. Run the Rat Race
Everyone fantasizes about a job that isn't stressful, never follows her home, and complements her personality and interests. But the ideal work life won't necessarily extend your life-life. Study participants who persevered toward accomplishment despite high levels of stress and responsibility lived longer than the people who worked at their "dream jobs."

3. Train Without Pain
You don't need to enter marathons to have a good long run at life. Forcing yourself to follow grueling fitness regimens can shed inches, but it may not add years. In the long term, you're more likely to stick with low-impact activities you truly enjoy than rigorous workouts you dread. Moderate swimming, a leisurely bike ride, and hour-long walks with the dog do as much good for your health—and survival—as an eight-minute mile.






4. Fret a Little
Think good things and good things will happen, right? Not necessarily. Friedman and Martin found that too much optimism could be as detrimental to longevity as high cholesterol and hypertension. Always assuming the best, they say, may leave you unequipped to deal with the worst—such as trauma or illness. A little worry keeps you warmed up for the curveballs life throws.

5. Have More Fun in Bed
Almost 60 years before Sex and the City, Terman got women to talk about their sexual satisfaction, the average amount of time they spent being intimate with their husbands, and the frequency of their orgasms. The records show that the women who most often reached climax most often lived longer.
Live Your Best (Long) Life

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List Of Golf Courses In Malaysia

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Dear Golfers, please check the following website


 http://www.worldgolf.com/courses/malaysgc.html to get the listing of Golf Courses in Malaysia.


Enjoy Golfing....

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Choosing a Golf Course: What course will offer the best experience for you.

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Novice in Golf? Why not read this article..to help you to choose the best course for yourself

Article by William M. Shea

Golf can be described as a past time, hobby or sport but no matter what it is to you it has been relished by both males and females for centuries. Although the exact beginning of playing golf is up for argument, it’s most commonly acknowledged that the original golfing rounds were initially played in Scotland. With its soaring appeal, searching for the right course can sometimes be a bit challenging. Below are great tips to help you to choose a challenging course that suits your current ability.


If you are searching for a golf course to pass the time while you are holidaying, or searching for a local course/country club to experience every day, the very first thing you should think about is the difficulty of the course. The yardage is a great indicator of this. Generally the longer, the harder. be sure to look at the handicap for each hole. The course maps ought to point out the handicap for each and every hole and also the yardage from the tee box to the pin. They’re good warning signs for the difficulty of the golf course.


While looking all over the golf course, take note of the quantity of hazards you will discover along the course. In the instance there are a variety of water hazards, sand traps, or it’s very narrow, a new golfer may like to find a completely different golf course to play. Others welcome the challenge. Some of these hazards are difficult to get around and can be quite frustrating.


Become budget-conscious. Very little can mess up a day of golf more than sensing like it was not worthwhile financially (it’s possible that playing a horrible round is more painful, but you get the idea). This number differs for everyone. To play Torrey Pines as a non-resident you’ll spend close to $500. For many, that figure is simply too excessive. For others it’s a dream come true. For anybody with limited funds, look into a public golf course, or one that’s merely 9 holes.


Take into account the amenities. A lot of courses have a nice fully outfitted restaurant at the turn as well as 2 circling beverage carts offered to satisfy the needs you have on the front and back nine. Some other courses have a vending machine and community water drinking fountains. Based upon your needs and wants, you may want to bear in mind the food and beverage amenities.


Look around to check out layout and design. A number of the leading golf courses worldwide look like they’re carved out of the surroundings. Having tee boxes over looking the ocean and pounding waves as a backdrop, sets a serene picture. Part of the wonderful selling point of playing will be the several hours spent outdoors. Finding an inspiring viewpoint may not transform your golf swing, however it may enhance the golf round.


Seek advice from women and men in the area that have played the course. You are able to get better information from those that have played the golf course. Surfing the internet and golf course literature can only inform you of so much. When you are entertaining the idea of a country club membership, request a tour of the golf course and to play a round. All quality country clubs will be glad to let you play.


Golf is an international past time and sport and it has been for quite some time. In the present day, golfing is so renowned, that there are a variety of options for any one from novices to experts. With the right information finding the best golf course for you can be an easy task.


About the Author:
Springfield IL wedding venues can vary from a city to country setting. For the best of both worlds visit Panther Creek.

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Golfers.....This Tip Suggests That You Keep Your Grip In A Straight Line

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Golfers...please read the following TIP. Hope it will be helpful those who need this..



by Ager Sovson

A Lesson in Golf Swing Theory

Ok so, right off the bat; let’s get some things straightened out. “Grip it and rip it” is not a passable golf swing. There are plenty of theory books for amateurs, which by the way, it is said ‘it rarely works for any professionals not named Tiger Woods.’ The plan behind golf swing theory is to talk about various cause and effect items regarding your golf swing, which will assist you in setting the proper club swing for the desirable results. Playing a round of golf is an exercise in patience and an ultimate study in self-control.


Using the golf swing premise, let’s clarify that there are things, which occur to the regular golfer. For instance, let’s take a look at the universe of the slice, that is almost certainly the most widespread weakness recognized by the golfer. When you set-up for your swing, all parts of your body should be parallel to the target. You really need to be square to the lay of the ball, and you aught to place the ball in the proper position in your stance.


Any variation from any of this will cause the ball to go off on its own. The most common problems are the feet not parallel to the target and the ball not in the correct position in your stance. Let’s say that if the ball is located in your stance, and it can’t be marked by your feet by some method then it’s in the wrong lay. The ball should not be a complete stride beyond your stance.


Now Hit the Ball

The theory of golf swing recommends that the way in which you grip the club is crucial. If you’re club is turned in your grip be aware that the club will reverse its position when your club connects sends the ball, into the course where you may not see. When you view where your thumbs lie they aught to be lined up straight along the shaft. Many golfers wrap their thumbs around the grip and this causes numerous difficulties. This tip suggests that you keep your grip in a straight line.


The final part of the golf swing theory is making contact with the ball. If you have set yourself up in the appropriate posture, have the proper grip, the ball is correctly in your stance, then the swing aught to be unconscious. You aught to take the club straight back while maintaining a straight left arm if you’re right handed. If you’re left handed it is your right arm that is maintained in a straight line. Pivot on one axis and then hold your head down on the follow through. Don’t try to ‘kill the ball’ it will only end in failure. A proscribed swing will win-out every time. Have fun!


About the Author:
Concentrating on the topic of alicante golf clubs, Ager Sovson wrote principally for http://www.alicante-spain.com . You might find out more about his writings on golfing in alicante and alicante golf over at http://www.alicante-spain.com .

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How to Get Your Child To Listen

11:40 AM |

Hi Mummies and Daddies...


Have you got mad or angry with you kid(s) when they are not listening to you after telling them something in repetitive mode? I am and I know that is not the right way and felt guilty after shouting at them. So was browsing the net to get some information on how to overcome this issue and managed to find out a great article 


By Dr Victoria Samuel

The Parent Support Service
Supernanny Expert


on this issue. I am gonna try this. Why not you too try this....Check this out..


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Introduction




    Children’s selective hearing is a big source of frustration for parents! A child who is defiant, stubbornly refuses to cooperate and ignores simple requests can make every day feel like an uphill struggle.



    Top Tips





    Before you can expect your child to listen, you need to ensure you really listen to your child.
    As a parent, the pressure of 101 things that need to get done can sometimes make it hard to listen. But when a child is not feeling listened to, they are more likely to whinge, shout or throw a tantrum to get your attention.
    Careful listening shows that you respect your child’s feelings and gives her space to explore a problem and, often, find her own solution. Being listened to can cause difficult feelings to evaporate...cue less moaning, less tantrums, less tears. Most importantly, if you listen to your child, she is more likely to listen to you.

    How to Listen


      • Give your full attention. Stop what you are doing, turn to your child, make eye contact and listen to what they are saying.
      • Acknowledge what your child is saying with a non-committal, simple “Mmm”, “I see,” “Oh,“right”.
      • Often behind what your child is saying (or even behind how they are acting, if not yet talking) is a feeling. Identify the feeling and give it a name.
                         “That sounds frustrating”
                         “You’re disappointed that we have to leave now”
           It’s crucial to accept feelings and resist the temptation to make things better by denying them    (“hey, there’s no reason to be so upset”).

      • Diffuse difficult situations by giving your child his wishes in fantasy. Wave a wand with words!

                        “You’d really like it if you could stay up later”
                        “If only I could make that orange juice into your favourite apple juice”

      How to Communicate




      To get your child to listen, think carefully about exactly how you communicate. Subtle differences in words, tone and body language may effect whether your child tunes in or out!

      Tone of voice

      How you say something is as important, if not more important, as what you say
      • Use an up-beat, encouraging, positive tone as much as possible.
      • When indicating limits, sound definite and confident. Any hint of uncertainty and you’re more likely to be ignored, debated (But “please, can't I just...”), or guilt-tripped (“It’s soo unfair”).\
      • To indicate disapproval, use a firmer, lower, authoritative tone, but don’t shout.
      • Avoid nagging. Ask once nicely, once firmly and then take action. If you typically repeat yourself several times before your take action, your child will learn to ignore your initial requests.


      Body language

      • Communicate from close by. Don’t shout through from the next room.
      • Always get down to your child’s height and make eye contact. An adult towering above a child can be intimidating.


      Words
      • Use clear commands and keep requests brief and to the point. Limit yourself to a few important words (e.g. “8 O’clock. Bedtime”).
      • Avoid accusing (“you never listen!”), criticising (“you’re so lazy”), or threatening (“if you don’t hurry up, then I’ll leave without you”).
      • Avoid phrasing which implies that cooperation is an option!
      • “Shall we...?” “Could you...” gives your child a get out clause (i.e. “No!”)
      • Instead, make requests clear, short and specific: “Bedtime now”



      How to Encourage Co-operation

      For some children “no” can be the default position when asked to do things. Below are some tips to encourage your child’s cooperation.

      Make a statement of fact that describes the problem rather than accusing or criticising
      • "There’s paint on the table"
      • "I can see wrappers on the floor"


      Give information

      • "Clothes on the floor don’t dry very quickly"
      • "Leaving lights on wastes electricity"


      Describe how you feel

      • "I don’t like hearing whinging"
      • "It bothers me when I see clothes on the floor"


      Reduce resistance by offering a choice about when or how something is done

      • "Would you like your hair done before or after breakfast?"
      • "Do you want to skip to the car like a pony or bound like a dog?"


      Avoid lectures, use one word

      • "Shoes!"
      • "Pyjamas!"


      Use ‘when...then’ technique to focus your child on what needs to get done

      • "When you’ve brushed your teeth, then I’ll read you a story"
      • "As soon as your homework’s done, then you can watch TV"


      Write a note

      • Children love receiving notes. Be creative, notes don’t just have to come from you!
      • “I like to be hung up. Please don’t leave me on the floor. Thank you. Your towel.”


      Praise and reward cooperation

      • Praise all signs of cooperation with warmth and enthusiasm. Use a star chart to motivate your child for daily tasks such as getting up, brushing teeth, getting dressed
      • Finally, use the involvement technique to encourage helpful behaviour through positive attention. 





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      Tips To Encourage Good Study Habits In a Child

      11:56 AM |


    • Be a good role model. If you sometimes bring work home with you or you're taking a course yourself, your child will learn your habits. Make 'em good!

    • Help your child organize things. For example, the protractor and compass belong in the math binder, sheet music in the violin case.

    • Help him or her organize space. The kitchen table is for eating; your child's desk is for studying.

    • Help your child organize time. Establish a routine for completing schoolwork. It doesn't have to be the minute your child walks in the door; just agree on a set time and stick to it.

    • Minimize distractions. Thirteen-year-old wisdom notwithstanding, geometric proofs are not better retained when learned concurrently with loud music, "South Park" and a telephone receiver at one ear.

    • Check your child's work. Every night is unnecessary, but check it often enough that he or she knows you might - and that you care.


    • Insist that sloppy or careless work be redone, but don't correct errors; teachers need to know what students don't know.

    • Give praise whenever possible and appropriate. A sincere expression of pride in your child's academic accomplishments can go a long way toward making studying a habit.



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      10 ways to Help Your Child Get Organized

      11:46 AM |

      by Coordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities


      Developing good organizational skills is a key ingredient for success in school and in life. Although some people are by nature more organized than others, anyone can put routines and systems in place to help a child "get it together." The Coordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities has compiled a list of strategies that you can use to help your child get — and keep — her life under control.

      1. Use checklists.
      Help your child get into the habit of keeping a "to-do" list. Use checklists to post assignments, household chores, and reminders about what materials to bring to class. Your child should keep a small pad or notebook dedicated to listing homework assignments. Crossing completed items off the list will give him a sense of accomplishment.
      2. Organize homework assignments.
      Before beginning a homework session, encourage your child to number assignments in the order in which they should be done. She should start with one that's not too long or difficult, but avoid saving the longest or hardest assignments for last.
      3. Designate a study space.
      Your child should study in the same place every night. This doesn't have to be a bedroom, but it should be a quiet place with few distractions. All school supplies and materials should be nearby. If your young child wants to study with you nearby, too, you'll be better able to monitor his progress and encourage good study habits.
      4. Set a designated study time.
      Your child should know that a certain time every day is reserved for studying and doing homework. The best time is usually not right after school — most children benefit from time to unwind first. Include your child in making this decision. Even if she doesn't have homework, the reserved time should be used to review the day's lessons, read for pleasure, or work on an upcoming project.
      5. Keep organized notebooks.
      Help your child keep track of papers by organizing them in a binder or notebook. This will help him review the material for each day's classes and to organize the material later to prepare for tests and quizzes. Use dividers to separate class notes, or color-code notebooks. Separate "to do" and "done" folders help organize worksheets, notices, and items to be signed by parents, as well as provide a central place to store completed assignments.

      6. Conduct a weekly cleanup.
      Encourage your child to sort through book bags and notebooks on a weekly basis. Old tests and papers should be organized and kept in a separate file at home.

      7. Create a household schedule.
      Try to establish and stick to a regular dinnertime and a regular bedtime. This will help your child fall into a pattern at home. Children with a regular bedtime go to school well-rested. Try to limit television-watching and computer play to specific periods of time during the day.

      8. Keep a master calendar.
      Keep a large, wall-sized calendar for the household, listing the family's commitments, schedules for extracurricular activities, days off from school, and major events at home and at school. Note dates when your child has big exams or due dates for projects. This will help family members keep track of each other's activities and avoid scheduling conflicts.

      9. Prepare for the day ahead.
      Before your child goes to bed, he should pack schoolwork and books in a book bag. The next day's clothes should be laid out with shoes, socks, and accessories. This will cut down on morning confusion and allow your child to prepare quickly for the day ahead.

      10. Provide needed support while your child is learning to become more organized.
      Help your child develop organizational skills by photocopying checklists and schedules and taping them to the refrigerator. Gently remind her about filling in calendar dates and keeping papers and materials organized. Most important, set a good example.


      Adapted from "Tips for Developing Organizational Skills in Children" by theCoordinated Campaign for Learning Disabilities(CCLD). Call 1-888-478-6463 for important resources and information about learning disabilities.


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