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How should our child prepare for Olympiads?

 

This is the question that every parent asks when the Olympiad season begins. Here is our understanding. 

 

About Olympiad

SOF organizes six Olympiads each year, namely IEO, NSO, NCO, ICO, IGKO and IMO.

 

Registration of Students

The SOF NSO is open to the students of classes 1 to 12. Students may register through their respective schools. In case school is unable to participate Individual registrations by students will be accepted.

 

Olympiad pattern

Olympiad exams are completely objective type with a duration of 60 minutes including 35 questions for grade 12 grade 4 and 50 questions for grade 5 to grade 12. The question paper of every Olympiad exam has 3 to 4 parts. Medium of exam is English and in attended in school hours.

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What is SOF?

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The Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF), based in New Delhi, India, was established in 1996 as a non-profit educational organization. SOF organizes six Olympiads each year, including the International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO), International English Olympiad (IEO), International Commerce Olympiad (ICO), International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGKO), National Cyber Olympiad (NCO), and National Science Olympiad (NSO). These Olympiad tests aim to enhance school children's understanding of Mathematics, Physics, English, General Knowledge, Logical Thinking, and Basic Computer Skills.

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What is the significance of the IMO exam?

 

The International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) is a school-level competition for students in grades 1 to 12, allowing them to compete at national and international levels. The IMO helps students evaluate and improve their mathematical knowledge and creativity. The exam exposes students to a variety of complex mathematical problems that require knowledge from multiple subjects and strong analytical skills.
 

Who is eligible to take the IMO test at the second level?

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Students eligible for the second level of the IMO include:
The top 5% of students in each class who take the 1st Level test.
The top 25 zone and class rank holders.
Top rankers from each participating school, provided at least 10 students take the IMO test and score at least 50% qualifying marks.
Regardless of section, students with the best scores will qualify for the second-level IMO test if they register section-by-section.
The second-level test is only open to students in grades 3 to 12.

 

Is it possible for a student to register for the IMO exam on their own?

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Yes, while the SOF encourages schools to register with the foundation to facilitate student participation in Olympiad testing, students can also register independently through the official SOF website if their school does not participate. Students interested in the International Mathematics Olympiad can contact SOF directly by phone or email to express their interest. SOF will assist these students during the registration process for the IMO examinations.

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Olympiad Preparation – Why?

 

It is very important to understand that why one should prepare for Olympiads? Olympiads as they say are your bridge to success. They build the foundation of your competitive career, other than curriculum.

 

Olympiads basically:

• Test conceptual understanding and analytical thinking

• Improve performance in school & stay ahead of peers

• Assess student not just within class or school but at national as well as international level

• Give early exposure to competitive exams

• Improve problem solving skills, motivation & confidence.

 

Olympiad Preparation – How?

 

1.  Go through the syllabus

It’s very important to check the syllabus of the exam which you will appear for. Urja teachers and mentors can assist you in  going through the syllabus before starting preparing for the exam will help you know the particular topics you need to cover it focus on and  make a preparation strategy accordingly.

 

2. Plan a proper study schedule and stick to it

Urja teachers help students who are preparing for any of the Olympiad need to follow the proper study plan by preparing a complete strategy for every particular subject. A right study schedule helps you devote proper time to each subject and topics. It makes your studies more organised

 

3. Grasp the detailed understanding of the concepts

As the problems asked in the Olympiad exams are generally based on conceptual facts. So, students should study each topic to the depth so as to gain an adequate understanding of the concepts and logics working behind that particular topic. Your teacher will assist you in indebt study of each topic to make the students confident and capable enough to answer the tricky questions asked in any competitive exam.

 

4. Prepare notes/quick facts for revision

As the Olympiad tests are based on the curriculum taught in the school, so urja teachers can help students create notes and quick facts for each topic explained in the class. These quick facts will be very useful for future references and revisions, hence helping you learn faster.

 

5. Solve previous year papers, sample papers and take mock tests

Previous year papers are always useful to analyse the type of questions asked in an examination. Moreover, practicing these papers will help you in testing your Olympiad skills. Besides this, students must solve sample papers to practice different questions covering each topic.  After they take up a mock test urja teachers will correct it, evaluate and help analyze your results.

 

6. Stay focused and motivated

We know that anything which is learned with full concentration and right attitude is grasped well. So while preparing for the Olympiad exams, our teachers help to stay focused and attentive and motivate you all throughout.

 

7. Daily learn English words 

Learn at least one English word daily to expand your vocabulary.

 

8. Keep parents informed and involved in the process 

We at Urja create a whatsapp group to keep parents informed about the students performance in the mock test, his weaknesses, strengths and suggestions on how to further help the student grow.

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Urja Talents for Olympiad preparation is your ultimate advantage:

 

1. Customized Learning Experience: Experience personalized tutoring designed to match your unique learning style, pace, and strengths. Our tailored approach ensures deep comprehension and effective retention of key concepts, paving the way for Olympiad triumph.

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2. Expert Guidance: Gain insights from our team of seasoned tutors, including Olympiad champions and subject matter experts. With their wealth of experience and individualized attention, you'll receive targeted guidance and strategies to conquer even the most challenging problems with confidence.

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3. Focused Preparation:  Dive into focused preparation tailored exclusively to the demands of Olympiad exams. Through structured lesson plans and rigorous practice sessions, you'll hone your skills and unleash your full potential for stellar performance.

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4. Flexible Scheduling:  Enjoy the convenience of flexible scheduling options that adapt to your busy schedule. Whether it's morning, afternoon, or evening, we'll accommodate your availability to ensure consistent progress towards your Olympiad goals.

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5. Comprehensive Support: Beyond teaching concepts, our tutors provide comprehensive support to enhance your exam readiness. From exam strategies to time management techniques, we'll equip you with the tools and resources needed to excel on test day and beyond.

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Prepare to dominate Olympiad success with Urja Talents. Join us on this transformative journey and unlock your academic prowess like never before.