Customising is a better way for kids to learn, as one size does not fit all

Cheah says sometimes learning can be flipped. When students engage with the materials before class, the classroom will turn into an interactive space for conversation and collaboration. — Photos: Memori Cerdiq

The first five years of a child’s life is the pinnacle of brain development and by five, a child’s brain is already 90% developed. This early development is the foundation for how children learn, understand the world and cultivate emotional intelligence.

Therefore, how they experience and interact with their environment play a huge role in shaping their mind, says educator Dr Desmond Cheah, 38.