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May 17

3 Keys for a Great Recommendation

It’s hard to get a job and get hired. Getting a job can be a hard thing, but it’s not too hard. It’s a great thing to do, but you don’t need someone to give you a job. You need Read more

Mar 20

University Rankings in the USA — How Important Are They?

US News & World Report has been around for a long time. It’s one of the most popular college rankings services in the United States and has a huge impact on the way prospective students and their families choose a Read more

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Mar 01

Why Am I So Tired After School?

Not getting enough sleep is the main reason for feeling tired after school. Stress can also lead to fatigue when studying. Let’s learn more about why you might feel tired after school

Jan 24

Why Is Teaching So Prone to Fads?

Teaching has never been immune to fads. From the ‘open classroom’ movement of the 1960s to the ‘flipped classroom’ craze of the 2010s, teachers are always searching for better ways to reach and motivate their students. The latest fad is Read more

Nov 28

How To Help Distracted Students Refocus

We all have that one student who can’t stop staring at mobile phones or misses class. It’s easy to get distracted by the latest app and forget all that is important—and that can mean your students are too. Some teachers Read more

Oct 21

4 Common Classroom Management Mistakes New Teachers Make

If you’re a new teacher, you’ve probably been anxiously awaiting the start of the school year, and for many new teachers, that day has finally come. As you head into your first day in the classroom, you’re probably feeling quite Read more

Sep 18

Advantages of Paper Notebooks

In a world where everything is electronic, even the most mundane tasks have become weird. Even the act of taking notes, which once involved pen, paper, and a sense of the importance of remembrance, is now driven by technological advancements, Read more

Aug 27

College Student Hunger and Homelessness: How to Handle It

Today, college is an expensive proposition. While the expense of tuition may seem small compared to rent, food, and gas, it can be overwhelming at times. In fact, according to the Wall Street Journal, college students are “the most financially Read more

Aug 11

How a Simple Presentation Framework Helps Students Learn

Presentation frameworks are a staple in the presentation world, and there are dozens out there. Some are cheap and basic, and some are free and extremely sophisticated. Either way, all of them have one thing in common: they help make Read more

Jul 28

4 Easy and Quick Educational Plant Activities

There’s no shortage of reasons to bring plants indoors, from the backyard to your classroom, during the cold winter months. But if you’re looking to add some fun to your wintertime learning, there are plenty of ways to do so. Read more