Science Literacy

Eliminating unnecessary words and phrases from our vocabulary can help us communicate more effectively and sound more confident.  Here are some examples: Very - Instead of using "very," try to use a more descriptive word. For example, instead of saying "very tired," say "exhausted." Just - "Just" can often be removed without changing the meaning of a sentence. For example, instead of saying "I just wanted to check in," say "I wanted to check in." Really - Similar to "very," try to use a more descriptive word. For example, instead of saying "really good," say "excellent." Actually - "Actually" is often unnecessary and can be removed without changing the meaning of a sentence. For example, instead of saying "I actually enjoyed the movie," say "I enjoyed the movie." I feel like - Instead of using "I feel like," state your opinion directly. For example, ins...

New and experienced writers struggle with being concise in their writing, resulting in long articles that bore readers.  To keep readers interested, communicate messages in as few words as possible.  Avoid using the word "that" unnecessarily, and minimize the use of conversational words such as "exclaimed" or "shouted."  Instead, use simpler language and avoid complex words where possible.  Writing in the active voice, condensing data, and abbreviating terms can also help reduce word count.  Avoid using hedging words such as "may" or "possibly" and limit the use of adjectives.  Remember, shorter is better, so be merciless in your editing.

Subjects that should be taught in African schools - Agriculture - Mining - Forestry - Afrikan history & culture - Building & construction - Art & Craft - Business - Home science - Afrikan Drama & Music - Social & ethics studies - Environmental studies - Health education and disease prevention - STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) subjects - Language and literature, including local languages and literature - Financial literacy and entrepreneurship - Physical education and sports - Media and communication studies - Gender and sexuality education - Civic education and governance - Disaster preparedness and response - Mental health education and awareness - Human rights and social justice - Information technology and digital literacy - Cultural and linguistic diversity - International relations and diplomacy - Philosophy and critical thinking - Religious and moral education - Tourism and hospitality - Creative writing and journalism What else can yo...