A low reading comprehension can be a real bummer. It means you’ll have to spend way more time than you want to reading books that you may or may not enjoy. But if it’s a textbook, there is a high likelihood that you aren’t thrilled about the reading. So how do you speed up your […]
College prep is more important than you think it is (and easier, too)
College prep needs to start earlier than you think it does. At least that’s what US News and World Report suggests. In a recent article — Use All 4 Years of High School to Prep for College — it was reported that only 25% of students who took the ACT met college preparedness standards. That […]
English grammar mapped out… it’s less confusing (infographic)
English Grammar Infographic Ever thought learning English grammar was complicated? Us too. Check out this infographic to learn more about the English grammar in a highly connected way. (As an added bonus, this is a great example of how mind maps help you connect ideas together. It’s a great strategy to study for finals.) Explore […]
Study for final exams more effectively — quit this common strategy
When it comes time to study for final exams, a little good advice will go a long way. I’ll never forget a conversation I heard two students having in a Starbucks. It went something like this: Student 1: “I’m so worried about this test tomorrow. I have never had to study for final exams. I’m […]
Editing Your Paper: Improve Your Writing with these 3 Easy Tips
We cannot overemphasize the importance of the editing process. Editing your paper is a vital part of becoming a better writer. However, if you are like me, the idea of editing your writing may seem like trying to find a needle in a haystack. You have no idea how to start and the mere thought […]
The #1 most important step to get prepared for final exams
Final exams tend create stress levels that US Army Drill Sergeants would proudly own. Final exams tend to be cumulative. This tends to mean final exams are hard, not just something you can cram for at the last minute and pass. Which again tends to mean they get stressful. I once heard a story about four friends […]
Learning by osmosis isn’t a thing.
A common misconception is that learning is essentially absorbing information. Students sit in class. Teachers say things. Students absorb the info. Tests are then given to see which students absorbed the most information. It’s the “learning by osmosis” idea. As long as you are in the same room as teaching, you’re bound to learn something. […]
Two reasons you should want to start studying for final exams now
Studying for final exams should start soon. It may not, but it should. Sometimes, though, students start thinking about summer instead of studying for final exams. They make beach trip plans. They start spending more time outside. They go buy sandals and board shorts. They go hiking, or play soccer, or go camping. And they […]