education

Top 10 Tips for Taking Essay Tests

By Lynn F. Jacobs and Jeremy S. Hyman - Professors' Guide - November 18, 2009

Budgeting your time and reading through the whole exam first are among the experts' recommendations. more >>

10 Technology Must-Haves for College

By Lynn F. Jacobs and Jeremy S. Hyman - Professors' Guide - November 11, 2009

With the holidays fast approaching, consider these gifts for your student. more >>

No Child Left Behind and the Brewing Fight Over Education

By Andrew J. Rotherham - Opinion - November 10, 2009

There's broad consensus on education reform, but there are deep fault lines underneath. more >>

10 Things You Didn't Know About College Grading

By Jeremy S. Hyman and Lynn F. Jacobs - Professors' Guide - November 4, 2009

Read on for details you should know about how grading at universities works. more >>

Could Texting Be Good for Students?

By Zach Miners - On Education - October 29, 2009

Some teachers say the cellphone habit can have positive applications in the classroom. more >>

13 Things Students Love to Hate About College

By Lynn F. Jacobs and Jeremy S. Hyman - Professors' Guide - October 28, 2009

Here are some common complaints—and what you can do about them. more >>

Survey: Parents Would Rather Talk Drugs than Science

By Zach Miners - On Education - October 23, 2009

Parents are more comfortable discussing drugs than science and math with their kids, a survey shows. more >>

Greg Mortenson: Promotes Peace Through Girls' Schools

By Anna Mulrine - Nation & World - October 22, 2009

The Three Cups of Tea author is one of America's Best Leaders for his work in Afghanistan. more >>

David Robinson: Former NBA Player Turns to Education

By Alex Kingsbury - Nation & World - October 22, 2009

The Admiral is one of America's Best Leaders because of his work with the Carver Academy. more >>

10 Steps for Thinking About Graduate School

By Jeremy S. Hyman and Lynn F. Jacobs - Professors' Guide - October 21, 2009

Here's a step-by-step guide for preparing yourself for grad school. more >>

How Much Is the Stimulus Helping States? That Depends

By Zach Miners - On Education - October 21, 2009

A government report says the Recovery Act is saving jobs, but state officials offer a bleaker picture. more >>

Colleges Offering Video Game Courses

Science - October 16, 2009

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Michelle Obama: Teachers Are Key to a Successful Economy

By Michelle Obama - Opinion - October 15, 2009

Having good teachers in classrooms is critical because education is the only road to opportunity. more >>

Top 12 Time-Management Tips

By Lynn F. Jacobs and Jeremy S. Hyman - Professors' Guide - October 14, 2009

How to balance your college course load and homework (and still have a life). more >>

The Saga of the Suspended 6-Year-Old

By Zach Miners - On Education - October 14, 2009

A zero-tolerance policy almost meant a 45-day suspension for bringing a camping tool to lunch. more >>

Alcohol Licensing Committee to Add Student Voter in Wisconsin

By Jeff Greer - The Paper Trail - October 8, 2009

A student representative from the University of Wisconsin will be a voting member of the committee. more >>

Report Shows Narrowing Achievement Gap Between Different Student Groups

By Zach Miners - On Education - October 8, 2009

The gap between advantaged and disadvantaged students seems to be shrinking, a new study finds. more >>

13 Ways to Make Your Professor Love You

By Jeremy S. Hyman and Lynn F. Jacobs - Professors' Guide - October 7, 2009

It's smart to have a good relationship with your teachers. Here's how to forge that path. more >>

The How <em>Not</em> to Study Guide

By Jeremy S. Hyman and Lynn F. Jacobs - Professors' Guide - October 1, 2009

Why you shouldn't multitask your studying or start with the no-brainer homework questions. more >>

Schools Nationwide to Exercise Continuously for 10 Hours

By Zach Miners - On Education - September 30, 2009

A unique experiment lets schools sign up in 15-minute intervals for an "exercise relay." more >>

School Bus Radio Program Plays Its Last Tune

By Zach Miners - On Education - September 29, 2009

A company that broadcast music and commercials in thousands of school buses is shutting down. more >>

All High School Graduates Should Have These Skills

By Zach Miners - On Education - September 25, 2009

Pursuing common standards, key groups recently crafted a skills set they say students should have. more >>

10 Tips for Dealing With Parents

By Jeremy S. Hyman and Lynn F. Jacobs - Professors' Guide - September 23, 2009

College is where you learn responsibility. Here's how Mom and Dad can help. more >>

10 Tips for Transferring From Community College

By Jeremy S. Hyman and Lynn F. Jacobs - Professors' Guide - September 16, 2009

Start planning early, and you can ease the jump from a 2-year to a 4-year college. more >>

Texas School District Wins $1 Million in Scholarships

By Jessica Calefati - Education - September 16, 2009

The Aldine Independent School District is this year's winner of the Broad Prize in Urban Education. more >>