At Global Education Academy, we don’t just teach — we transform the way students learn. Our unique and research-based approach, the Five-C Method™, is at the heart of everything we do. Developed by our founder, Dr. Majeda Awawdeh, and grounded in Cognitive Load Theory, our methodology is designed to make learning clear, effective, and empowering.
The Five-C Method™: Our Signature Approach
1. Clarity
We ensure that every lesson is structured with purpose and transparency. Students and parents always know what is being taught, why it matters, and how progress is measured.
2. Cognisance
We help students become aware of their own learning processes. This self-awareness fosters independence and a deeper connection to their academic journey.
3. Conceptual Understanding
We go beyond memorisation. Our focus is on building a strong foundation of understanding, enabling students to apply knowledge in meaningful ways.
4. Critical Thinking
We nurture analytical minds. Our students learn to question, evaluate, and solve problems — skills that are essential for lifelong success.
5. Confidence
With the right support and a clear path to mastery, our students grow in confidence. They believe in their abilities and are motivated to achieve their best.
Cognitive Load Theory
Our methodology is backed by Cognitive Load Theory (CLT), ensuring that learning is delivered in manageable, effective steps. We use a range of assessments — diagnostic, formative, summative, and benchmark — to tailor each student’s learning plan. This ensures that every student receives the support they need to thrive.
What is Cognitive Load Theory?
CLT is based on how the brain processes and stores information. Our brains have a working memory (short-term) and a long-term memory. Working memory is like a small whiteboard — it can only hold a few pieces of information at a time. If we try to cram too much in, it gets wiped clean, and learning doesn’t stick.
Main Principles of CLT:
- Reduces extraneous load
- Reduces intrinsic cognitive load
- Utilises germane cognitive load
What are the types of cognitive load that prevent us from learning effectively?
Extraneous: results from the way new material is presented.
Intrinsic: results from the complexity of the concept taught.
Germane: results from the effort to learn new schemas.
Examples of reducing extraneous cognitive load:
- Give lost of worked-out examples.
- Give fading-out scaffolding.
- Be mindful of the split attention effect when teaching.
- Be mindful of redundancy effect.
- Integrate diagrams, yet do not duplicate information in different presentations.
Examples of reducing intrinsic cognitive load:
- Spliting a big task into multiple smaller tasks.
- Linking to informal knowledge.
- Linking to prior knowledge.
- Establishing schemas.
- Developing pre-skills.
Examples of utilising germane cognitive load:
- Build schemas in the brain.
- Make students aware of what they are learning and how they are going to use it later.
How Cognitive Load Theory Helps Our Students Learn Better
How We Use CLT at GEA
We structure our lessons to reduce unnecessary mental effort and focus on what really matters. Here’s how:
- We break down complex ideas into smaller, manageable steps.
- We build on what students already know, connecting new knowledge to existing understanding.
- We avoid distractions and keep lessons focused and clear.
- We use visuals and examples to make abstract ideas easier to grasp.
- We pace learning so students aren’t overwhelmed.
The Result?
- Students understand more in less time.
- They retain knowledge longer.
- They feel less stressed and more confident.
- They become independent learners who can think critically and solve problems.
Our Unique Problem Solving Strategy
The UPSL Strategy
The UPSLTM strategy has been developed by Dr Majeda Awawdeh based on her research. Dr Majeda used the principles of Cognitive Load Theory to simplify the steps involved in solving a word problem. She created a template to help students perform the steps effectively. The steps are straightforward and easy to grasp.
- Understand it (U)
- Plan it (P)
- Solve it (S)
- Look back and learn from it (L)
GEA Journey
‘Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today’
At Global Education Academy (GEA), we take a scientific and research-based approach to English tutoring. Our structured Year 1 English program is designed to develop your child’s language skills with a clear focus on literacy fundamentals.
We cover all core components of the English language through a carefully crafted curriculum:
Reading – Improve fluency, decoding, and confidence through structured reading exercises.
Reading Comprehension – Strengthen understanding across a variety of text types and question styles.
Spelling – Develop memory retention with visual and auditory learning strategies.
Vocabulary – Learn 10–20 new academic words per session to boost written and spoken expression.
Grammar & Syntax – Master parts of speech and sentence structure in an age-appropriate way.
Punctuation – Apply punctuation rules with accuracy through guided practice and feedback.
Writing – Learn to plan, write, and edit across multiple genres using strategies inspired by high school-level writing, simplified for primary learners.
Our Year 1 English tutors in Sydney are experienced educators who understand how to make literacy enjoyable and effective. Whether your child is building confidence, preparing for school assessments, or aiming ahead — we’re here to help them succeed.
To show examples of our classroom teaching methods and to help you in your adventure of learning, we have put together a range of short videos that cover various mathematical concepts. Our belief in conceptual understanding has been proven year after year. The more concepts children understand, the more independent learners they become. In addition, the conceptual understanding reduces their cognitive load while solving questions. It makes it easier for the brain to drive the novel information into their long-term memory, a matter that makes learning more enjoyable, stress-free and permanent. This great new resource is free and is our way of supporting parents.
At Global Education Academy (GEA), we take a scientific and research-based approach to English tutoring. Our structured Year 1 English program is designed to develop your child’s language skills with a clear focus on literacy fundamentals.
We cover all core components of the English language through a carefully crafted curriculum:
Reading – Improve fluency, decoding, and confidence through structured reading exercises.
Reading Comprehension – Strengthen understanding across a variety of text types and question styles.
Spelling – Develop memory retention with visual and auditory learning strategies.
Vocabulary – Learn 10–20 new academic words per session to boost written and spoken expression.
Grammar & Syntax – Master parts of speech and sentence structure in an age-appropriate way.
Punctuation – Apply punctuation rules with accuracy through guided practice and feedback.
Writing – Learn to plan, write, and edit across multiple genres using strategies inspired by high school-level writing, simplified for primary learners.
Our Year 1 English tutors in Sydney are experienced educators who understand how to make literacy enjoyable and effective. Whether your child is building confidence, preparing for school assessments, or aiming ahead — we’re here to help them succeed.
