Tech savvy students today have a plethora of possible technologies that can help them become better students. These include new websites, applications, browser plugins and other innovative advancements. The following are our favorite tools to help students improve their grades, efficiency, and lives. Enjoy! 1. Cramster.com Cramster.com is an online community offering homework help to [...]
College is an exciting time in one’s life. The ability to learn about one’s passion is an opportunity for which you should take full advantage. The following infographic is a collection of learned tips. Essentially it is things that would have been great to know before starting college. Some of them are obvious, and others [...]
Say you’re returning to school as an adult. You have a career, a family, and numerous responsibilities outside of school. One of the most common mistakes people make in this situation is to enroll in too many classes. Essentially, they over-extend themselves right off the bat. This can cause a person to feel overwhelmed, run [...]
In today’s student-centered adult education classes, group projects and cohort learning formats are common. Similarly, many adult education programs are utilizing cohort learning formats, in which each student progresses toward their degree along with a small group of similar students. One such program is offered by Warner Pacific College in Oregon, which has had considerable [...]
Do you come to work solely for the paycheck? Are coffee breaks the best part of your day? Do you find your work under stimulating, exhausting, and stressful? If so, it may be time for a career change. If you are unhappy with your current job, the first step is to explore all your options. [...]
These days, the average adult will make three major career changes over the course of their lives. These major transitions can be jarring, or they can be exciting opportunities for growth or exploration – it’s all about what you make of them. Consider the following guidelines will help you make a decision you can live [...]
Navigating the crowded landscape of adult degree programs can be tough, but these three steps should put you on the track to academic and professional success. 1. Assess your goals for your education. The best program for you is totally dependent on your learning style and goals. If you have a specific career in mind, [...]
If you are thinking of going back to school, you may want to learn about certificate programs. Earning your certificate in a specialized area can give you a leg up in your career with less time and money it takes to complete a degree. Certificate programs are often not marketed or publicized by universities; therefore, [...]
If you’re an adult student, you know how important it is to have the support and encouragement of your friends, family, and children. However, it’s common for those around you to have mixed reactions to your educational endeavors. Some people may try to make you feel guilty for investing time and money into your education; [...]
So you’ve designated a physical space for studying and prepared everything you can before your course has begun. What else can you do to make your online learning experience a success? Connect With Your Classmates One of the challenges of online education is that you are physically separated from your classmates. But don’t let physical [...]
