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Nov 25

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Group Projects Without the Drama: A Student’s Guide to Success

By Wendy I. Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Study Skills

Why Smart Teams Still Melt Down in College Group Projects Oh no! Group work! Most students by the time they have started college have participated in all sorts of groups. Unfortunately, this "lots of group experience" often translates to "lots of bad group experience". Group members end up either doing too much work (or even…

Nov 12

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From Panicked to Primed: How to Crash Prep for Standardized Tests

By Tyler Sage ACT, CSET/CBEST/RICA, High School, HiSET, HSPT, ISEE, Middle School, SAT, SSAT, Test Prep

Introduction: When Time is Running Out Uh oh. You thought you had time. You did have time. But your standardized test date is suddenly four weeks away, and you are woefully unprepared. Now what? Breathe. It happens! Between school, extracurriculars, part-time jobs, and social lives, even the most conscientious planners can fall behind on test…

Oct 26

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Digital Hygiene for Study: Better Habit, Better Student, Better Grades

By Jason R. Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Study Skills, Test Prep

Introduction to Digital Hygiene A study found that high school and college students spend around a quarter of class time texting, gaming, and swiping on apps. Does that sound accurate to your experience? Does it seem excessive, or just fine? Some students believe unrestricted device usage is bad for their study habits. Some don't see…

Oct 20

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How to Read an Academic Paper When You’re Tired: Strategies for Exhausted Students

By Wendy I. High School, Study Skills

How do you read an academic paper when your brain is mush? Primary sources and scholarly articles are an increasingly common tool in classrooms. They allow for insights into the methods and priorities of a discipline. In addition to reducing textbook costs, these resources ensure that you are getting current knowledge at the forefront of…

Oct 14

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Study Tips: How Sleep and Nutrition Improve Academic Performance

By Jeff B. Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Study Skills

Introduction Between school, work, extracurriculars, and other commitments, it can be tough to keep up with all your responsibilities. With all these responsibilities, it is understandable that self-care can fall by the wayside. However, while it might be tempting to forego healthy habits in order to cram in all your schoolwork and responsibilities, it’s important…