Top 10 Tips for Taking Essay Tests
By
Lynn F. Jacobs
and
Jeremy S. Hyman
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Professors' Guide - November 18, 2009
Budgeting your time and reading through the whole exam first are among the experts' recommendations.
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10 Technology Must-Haves for College
By
Lynn F. Jacobs
and
Jeremy S. Hyman
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Professors' Guide - November 11, 2009
With the holidays fast approaching, consider these gifts for your student.
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No Child Left Behind and the Brewing Fight Over Education
By
Andrew J. Rotherham
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Opinion - November 10, 2009
There's broad consensus on education reform, but there are deep fault lines underneath.
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10 Things You Didn't Know About College Grading
By
Jeremy S. Hyman
and
Lynn F. Jacobs
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Professors' Guide - November 4, 2009
Read on for details you should know about how grading at universities works.
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Could Texting Be Good for Students?
By
Zach Miners
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On Education - October 29, 2009
Some teachers say the cellphone habit can have positive applications in the classroom.
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13 Things Students Love to Hate About College
By
Lynn F. Jacobs
and
Jeremy S. Hyman
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Professors' Guide - October 28, 2009
Here are some common complaints—and what you can do about them.
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Survey: Parents Would Rather Talk Drugs than Science
By
Zach Miners
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On Education - October 23, 2009
Parents are more comfortable discussing drugs than science and math with their kids, a survey shows.
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Greg Mortenson: Promotes Peace Through Girls' Schools
By
Anna Mulrine
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Nation & World - October 22, 2009
The Three Cups of Tea author is one of America's Best Leaders for his work in Afghanistan.
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David Robinson: Former NBA Player Turns to Education
By
Alex Kingsbury
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Nation & World - October 22, 2009
The Admiral is one of America's Best Leaders because of his work with the Carver Academy.
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10 Steps for Thinking About Graduate School
By
Jeremy S. Hyman
and
Lynn F. Jacobs
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Professors' Guide - October 21, 2009
Here's a step-by-step guide for preparing yourself for grad school.
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How Much Is the Stimulus Helping States? That Depends
By
Zach Miners
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On Education - October 21, 2009
A government report says the Recovery Act is saving jobs, but state officials offer a bleaker picture.
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Michelle Obama: Teachers Are Key to a Successful Economy
By
Michelle Obama
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Opinion - October 15, 2009
Having good teachers in classrooms is critical because education is the only road to opportunity.
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Top 12 Time-Management Tips
By
Lynn F. Jacobs
and
Jeremy S. Hyman
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Professors' Guide - October 14, 2009
How to balance your college course load and homework (and still have a life).
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The Saga of the Suspended 6-Year-Old
By
Zach Miners
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On Education - October 14, 2009
A zero-tolerance policy almost meant a 45-day suspension for bringing a camping tool to lunch.
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Alcohol Licensing Committee to Add Student Voter in Wisconsin
By
Jeff Greer
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The Paper Trail - October 8, 2009
A student representative from the University of Wisconsin will be a voting member of the committee.
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Report Shows Narrowing Achievement Gap Between Different Student Groups
By
Zach Miners
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On Education - October 8, 2009
The gap between advantaged and disadvantaged students seems to be shrinking, a new study finds.
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13 Ways to Make Your Professor Love You
By
Jeremy S. Hyman
and
Lynn F. Jacobs
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Professors' Guide - October 7, 2009
It's smart to have a good relationship with your teachers. Here's how to forge that path.
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The How <em>Not</em> to Study Guide
By
Jeremy S. Hyman
and
Lynn F. Jacobs
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Professors' Guide - October 1, 2009
Why you shouldn't multitask your studying or start with the no-brainer homework questions.
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Schools Nationwide to Exercise Continuously for 10 Hours
By
Zach Miners
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On Education - September 30, 2009
A unique experiment lets schools sign up in 15-minute intervals for an "exercise relay."
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School Bus Radio Program Plays Its Last Tune
By
Zach Miners
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On Education - September 29, 2009
A company that broadcast music and commercials in thousands of school buses is shutting down.
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All High School Graduates Should Have These Skills
By
Zach Miners
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On Education - September 25, 2009
Pursuing common standards, key groups recently crafted a skills set they say students should have.
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10 Tips for Dealing With Parents
By
Jeremy S. Hyman
and
Lynn F. Jacobs
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Professors' Guide - September 23, 2009
College is where you learn responsibility. Here's how Mom and Dad can help.
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10 Tips for Transferring From Community College
By
Jeremy S. Hyman
and
Lynn F. Jacobs
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Professors' Guide - September 16, 2009
Start planning early, and you can ease the jump from a 2-year to a 4-year college.
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Texas School District Wins $1 Million in Scholarships
By
Jessica Calefati
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Education - September 16, 2009
The Aldine Independent School District is this year's winner of the Broad Prize in Urban Education.
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