FAQs
Shiminly lessons focus on improving interpersonal communication and shaping learners into respectful, caring, altruistic members of their communities on every level. In addition, the socio-emotional benefits of our programs introduce students to the world at large, building open-mindedness, responsibility and problem-solving students. Shiminly’s methodology inspires curiosity with numerous opportunities for research and enquiry-based learning, all resulting in a project task to prove learnings and proficiency.
Shiminly has numerous Life-Ready Skills combined with academic topics that can improve test performance. Students are given a practical toolkit of mental, emotional and physical management techniques to problem-solve and handle difficult emotions. Thus, creating confident, more successful students.
A Homeroom Teacher is essential to the success of the online virtual lesson. They are the important connecting piece to the process, making the learning experience more beneficial to the students.
Yes, you can work with the Shiminly team to create a bespoke course that aligns with and best suits your curriculum.
A dedicated, Shiminly points person will be your point-of-call for any queries you might have throughout the course. We will assist to the best of our ability in creating a successful learning experience for all.
We operate on Zoom. Therefore, you will need a strong internet connection, a webcam that can show the whole classroom, microphones and speakers.
Students can start at any age. The younger the better! We concentrate on all grades, from grades 1 through 12. It doesn’t matter the age or the competency level.
Each Shiminly lesson is 45 – 60 minutes long, dependant on school requirements. The students love the lessons so much, that they sometimes run over. 😉
With over 100 unique topics in our 7 competencies, Shiminly students will explore a variety of fascinating disciplines and over 200 different universal skills.
Students take a pre-assessment prior to starting a course. This ensures the curated course is filled with lessons to help nurture the grade’s strengths and builds on their weaker skills. At the end of every course, students take a post-assessment to assess skill acquisition and competencies.
Students need only a pencil and a notebook! That’s it!
For projects and creative tasks, some extra art supplies would enhance the activities.
Yes! Shiminly courses are designed in such a way that you may start at any time of the year.
Shiminly classes are taught entirely in English by international teachers. Shiminly does not currently offer courses in other languages, although we do explore linguistics as a topic in several lessons.
Virtual learning allows for greater flexibility and more opportunities for self-paced learning. Interacting through a virtual platform improves collaboration and communication skills and helps students develop digital literacy and citizenship abilities throughout the learning process. It is also beneficial for developing self-motivation. You can find more information about virtual learning and its advantages at our Resources Page.
Yes. All our teachers possess official teaching certifications from accredited educational institutions.
We are true Global Citizens! We don’t have a physical location because our program was designed to be a virtual course for global citizens. That means we want to be everywhere—and that’s easier to do online!
We recommend having a conversation with them prior to the process in which you solicit their feelings, opinions, desires, and concerns about academics and life. Discuss their goals and how you see Shiminly as an opportunity to achieving them. Present this as a fun way to grow with no added pressure.
