https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/55247 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:47:36 GMT 2026-04-07T11:47:36Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/55636 Title: Motivation begins from within Abstract: This article is aimed at all Heads of School who are doing their utmost to create a warm and conducive culture which helps the school move forward in times of constant change. It is written as part of the initiatives being undertaken by The Malta Society for Educational Administration and Management to disseminate work in the area of educational management and leadership. The Education 2000 Editorial Board is happy to support such an initiative at a time when the concepts of management and leadership need to be clearly understood and lived. Wed, 01 Dec 1999 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/55636 1999-12-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/55634 Title: An example of Newton's Third Law of Motion Abstract: This article outlines the factors which may make Physics a difficult and demanding subject for Maltese secondary students. The constructivist approach currently adopted by educators world-wide is described and a scheme, developed and tried out to help Maltese Junior Lyceum students understand Newton's Third Law of Motion, is described. The use of cognitive conflict, scaffolding and the social construction of knowledge in this scheme are illustrated through the activities designed. Finally, the students' reactions to this approach to teaching, and to the particular activities adopted are included. Wed, 01 Dec 1999 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/55634 1999-12-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/55505 Title: The importance of evaluating children's reading books Abstract: Reading books are considered by educators as one of the main tools necessary in the development of children's literacy and cognitive skills. It is because of this role of books, that researchers and educators worldwide emphasize the importance of selecting the right type of books for children. Wed, 01 Dec 1999 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/55505 1999-12-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/55504 Title: Let Me Learn : the professional development institute Abstract: In her first presentation at the second Let Me Learn Professional Development Institute held in Bridgeport New Jersey June 1999, Dr. Christine Johnston from Rowan University, stressed that Let Me Learn is student centred as it focuses on the pupil as a learner rather than on the teacher's teaching. Both pupil and teacher using the Let Me Learn process develop a greater sense of efficacy about their teaching and learning. (Johnston, 1998). All students will take what they have discovered about themselves anywhere they go. As a result of this, students communicate better among themselves as they acknowledge and accept differences. This also encourages underachievers to participate equally in classroom learning. Hence this process makes pupils feel empowered and builds their self-esteem. Wed, 01 Dec 1999 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/55504 1999-12-01T00:00:00Z