Teaching is an incredibly rewarding profession. Watching students grow and learn, not just academically, but also as human beings is a beautiful thing to behold. However, it's also a very stressful job. Research has shown that teachers are prone to stress and burnout,  especially at the beginning of their careers (due in no small part to the many tasks they have to juggle). Teachers who feel burnt out are less effective at their jobs and more likely to leave the profession en

Assessments are common in almost all situations including sports, art, and health, but it’s most prevalent in educational bodies as there are countless education and student assessments throughout the year.Just think of all your online assessments , in-class tests, pop quizzes, quarterly exams, annual exams, and major leaving examinations.So , what’s the problem with assessments? Is there even a problem? And should we try to change it when nothing seems awry?  The problem wit

We live in a world where society presents women with numerous hurdles to jump in order to get to where they’re already qualified to be. This is no different in the education industry, despite women making up 70 per cent of educators. In our previous article, we discussed the issues faced by women in the education workforce . Today, we’ll take on a more positive angle to talk about how technology empowers and helps women in the education workforce. 1. Technology equips female

As an EdTech company, Noodle Factory is a big proponent of AI in education. We’ve previously discussed how AI can change learning , onboarding , and even tutoring . Today, we’re going back to the basics to give you a recap on what AI in education is, why it should or shouldn’t be used, and how you can use it. Potential uses for AI in education The uses for AI are endless because it can be incorporated into most online platforms to automate or enhance existing services. Some

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, Southeast Asia’s online economy has grown incredibly. Driven by consumer patterns over the past few years and COVID-19’s impact on business,  digital adoption has taken a quantum leap . Digitisation has had an enormous effect on many business sectors, from e-commerce to finance and education and everything in between. Education technology (edutech) investments have been steadily increasing over the last number of years, reaching a total of US$18.6

Being an educator isn’t an easy job. Along with long hours, heavy workloads, and both mental and physical struggles, they also have the responsibility of educating and shaping the next generation to continue evolving the world. Sounds challenging? Add being a woman into the mix. Don’t get us wrong — we believe that women can do anything they set their minds to and we want to empower them, however, it isn’t news that women face an alarming amount of prejudice in life. Women ma

The pandemic has brought along many things, one of which being 'The Great Resignation'. As people started spending more time at home with their loved ones and diving deeper within themselves, many have realised they are not satisfied with their jobs.Millions of people worldwide across industries have quit their jobs, with the resignation numbers in America hitting an all-time high in November 2021 .When it comes to education, teachers are no exception.It is worrying to see t

When it comes to designing an online course, educators and training professionals have a lot to consider: What content should I include? How do I convey the information? Which layout should I use?One thing’s for sure — you need to employ an online course design that best serves the needs of your learners.What does that mean? What does it entail? What do you need in order to achieve that?This article shares all the best practices for online course design, so if you need help,

In our previous article, we explored the key education trends for 2022 that are within the classroom. This week, we’ll be talking about the education trends outside the classroom that still impact how classes will be carried out. How will these trends change the future of education? Key education trends for educators in 2022 1. The rise of freelance work In the past, being your own boss and managing your own schedule seemed like a faraway dream, but the pandemic has shown us

First Posted: December 20, 2021 Every year, educational bodies, educators, and learners reflect on their year of learning in order to identify problems faced during the academic year and find solutions to fix them.This reviewing process leads to newer and better ways of learning thanks to new pedagogy and technological advancements. With the pandemic, the changes in education trends are even greater due to our new environment, platform, and needs.As we gear up and prepare to

We recently talked about flipped classrooms , which refers to changing the classroom setting from an instruction-based learning environment to one that’s discussion-based. Today, we’ll be exploring flipped learning. Although the two sound similar, there are some key differences that you should know. What is flipped learning?  Flipped learning is a shift in the learning experience that allows teachers to reach every student . Flipped learning moves direct instruction from a gr

Lecturers, professors, teachers, and educational institutions have been coming up with new ways to conduct lessons since the pandemic began.  There are a lot of factors that go into creating a conducive learning environment, especially with Covid. There are numerous teaching styles as there is no one-size-fits-all approach to learning.  In recent months, Noodle Factory has talked about various teaching methods and concepts including universal design for learning , blended lea

Teachers spend long hours doing administrative tasks like marking and setting assessments, which acts into their spare time and contributes to them being overworked. That is where Noodle Factory founders Yvonne Soh and Jim Wagstaff think their educational technology start-up can help. The firm seeks to solve such problems by using artificial intelligence to help teachers create notes, and set and mark simple assessments. Set up in 2018, Noodle Factory has about 5,200 students

Updated for 2025 | Originally published: November 9, 2021 Last week, we explored Zoom fatigue—what it is, its causes, and its effects on students . As online learning continues to evolve, tackling video call exhaustion is more important than ever. This week, we’ll provide actionable steps to help students and educators combat Zoom fatigue while improving virtual learning experiences. How to Reduce Zoom Fatigue in Online Classes Online learning isn’t going away anytime soon, b

The pandemic pushed the boundaries and the opportunities for the EdTech companies across the globe. The developments and the innovations that were slated for a year or two later in the future, were rushed in through the development process and introduced into the market during the Covid-19 pandemic period. Several online education platforms were under the scanner and were put through the acid test to survive the rising competition in the market. The EdTech market saw a huge b

First posted: October 25, 2021 | Updated for 2025 Introduction: The Growing Concern of Mental Health in Online Learning With the rise of hybrid and online university courses, video conferencing has become an essential part of education. However, students and educators are facing an increasingly common issue—Zoom fatigue. What is Zoom Fatigue? A form of mental and physical exhaustion caused by prolonged video conferencing, leading to: Reduced focus and engagement Increased st

How AI assistants can reduce teachers’ workloads, alleviate stress and avoid burnout – to improve teaching. It’s hard to be an educator in Singapore. They have to plan classes, teach and consistently find ways to engage students who just have various individual needs. Additionally, 50% of their time is spent on non-teaching tasks and it’s no wonder they’re overworked.  According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Teaching and Learning Interna

In our previous article, we talked about what universal design for learning (UDL) is and explained its key principles . In this article, we’ll tell you why lecturers should start using universal design for learning ASAP. If you’re already interested in incorporating UDL into your classroom, we also explain how you can do that.   Why Institutions Should Work Towards Universal Design for Learning Universal design for learning comes in handy because every student has their own

Published 8 October 2021 Why It Matters: How AI assistants can reduce teachers' workloads, alleviate stress and avoid burnout The OECD Teaching and Learning International Survey 2019, revealed that Singaporean teachers were clocking in an average of 46 hours a week. But only 18 hours were spent on teaching, with the other hours going to administrative tasks and school activities. Yvonne Soh, Co-founder, Noodle Factory, shares the various factors contributing to why the teache

If you find it challenging to increase student engagement during online learning, you're not alone. When conducting online classes , teachers are unable to monitor all students at once or communicate with them as easily as in in-person classes. Students are more prone to lose focus and have lower engagement during online classes because there is often little to keep them accountable or interact with them. So, is there a way to make online learning more engaging? That’s where