Educational – Harun B. Mbijiwe

Becoming a Lifelong Learner

harun — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:17:04 +0000

Education is not something that ends when you leave school. The world is constantly changing, discoveries are being made, technology is developing, and new skills are becoming necessary. To remain relevant and successful, students need to develop a habit that will benefit them throughout their lives: lifelong learning. A lifelong learner is someone who remains...

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How to Overcome Fear of Failure

harun — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:11:55 +0000

Failure is one of the greatest fears many students face. The fear of getting poor grades, making mistakes, disappointing parents, being laughed at by classmates, or failing to achieve personal goals can sometimes prevent students from trying at all. Unfortunately, avoiding failure does not guarantee success. In many cases, the fear of failure becomes a...

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The Power of Self-Discipline in Student Life

harun — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:52:46 +0000

Success in school is rarely determined by intelligence alone. While natural ability can open doors, it is self-discipline that helps students walk through them and continue moving forward. Every student has dreams—passing examinations, graduating with good grades, building a successful career, and making a positive impact on society. Yet these dreams become reality only when...

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Take Responsibility for Your Learning

harun — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 07:23:37 +0000

Success in school is not determined by luck, background, or intelligence alone. More often than not, it is determined by attitude and personal responsibility. Every learner has a choice: to make excuses or to take responsibility. Those who constantly blame others for their failures rarely make progress, while those who accept responsibility position themselves for...

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Revision that counts

harun — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:07:05 +0000

Having been a teacher for the last 21 years, I can certainly tell you that many students miss the mark when revising. Many learners test themselves instead of revising for their exams. You will realise that every time you tell a learner to do some revision, they will turn to their revision books and start...