Blog Archive for October, 2009
100 Twitter Feeds To Make You a Better Teacher
October 1st, 2009
New technology is not only unavioidable, it’s a crucial part of education today. That’s why so many teachers are Tweeting, and many others are following close behind. After you set up your account at Twitter.com, be sure to check out some of these great education feeds. Who knows? You might even learn a thing or [...]
The Parent Teacher Association
October 2nd, 2009
Many parents of primary and secondary school aged kids know the importance of staying connected to their students’ teachers and school staff. To have open lines of communication can mean the difference of passing and failing a class for some students. To accomplish this goal, parents often join PTAs, or Parent Teacher Associations. The PTA’s [...]
Sleep Deprivation Related to Depression in Students
October 3rd, 2009
Sleep is an essential part of our lives. It restores our minds and bodies by conserving and regenerating energy, repairing health problems and organizing our unconscious minds. But what happens when we don’t get enough sleep? According to several recent research studies, students that do not get an adequate amount of sleep are three times [...]
The Difference Between Animal Behavior and Animal Science
October 4th, 2009
Scientifically-minded students who have a strong interest in animals may want to look into the academic areas of animal behavior or animal science. But even though both of these majors concern the study of animals, there are some key differences in what students learn about, the courses they take, and the types of careers they [...]
100 Excellent Twitter Feeds for Art Scholars
October 5th, 2009
If you want a constant stream of art discussion, news and artist profiles for the sake of your own research and passion, follow these 100 excellent Twitter feeds for art scholars.
Love from Afar: Making Your Long-distance Relationship Work in College
October 16th, 2009
Long-distance relationships in college generally mean one of two things has happened: one, you and your significant other decided to go to different colleges, or two, you went off to college and your significant other stayed behind. Either way, having a solid relationship with your boyfriend or girlfriend all boils down to one word really, [...]
The Pros and Cons of Study Groups
October 17th, 2009
People’s study habits are as unique as the person themselves. Some studiers like music, background noise, food and their own rooms, while others need silence, libraries and no distractions. When you start college, there will be more studying than ever before in your life. And discovering the best way you study is as important as [...]
Money Matters, And So Do Majors Who Deal With It
October 18th, 2009
Everyone is in the business of making money, so it is no surprise that those whose job it is to deal with it are enjoying a good career outlook. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of accountants and auditors is expected to grow by 22 percent between 2008 and 2018, and that of [...]
100 Incredible Open Courses for the Ultimate Tech Geek
October 28th, 2009
While colleges can be a great place to build up your knowledge of technologies of all kinds, real world experience and free learning resources on the web can do a pretty good job of showing you the ropes as well.
How to Choose Your College Major
October 29th, 2009
It’s rare that students know what they want to do with the rest of their lives when they first enter college. And even though it seems a long ways away, it’s important for every student to ask themselves that question. Understanding what they want their futures to look like will help them shape their present [...]
