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How Twitter and Facebook Are Fueling Classroom Learning It's no surprise that high school and college students spend a bulk of their time texting and tweeting. But who would have thought that social media like Twitter and Facebook would make its way into the classroom -- as an invited guest, no less? College Textbooks Too Costly? With students spending about $1,000 on textbooks each year and textbook prices rising faster than the rate of inflation, it's time to take advantage of some clever alternatives to traditional book-buying. I Have to Do What?! College Workload Overload Don't fret. We've asked the experts about writing stellar papers, acing classes, and studying the right way. Take these tips with you to campus. Prepared for College Life? The transition from high school and college can be stressful -- academically and socially. Take some tips from our college experts. Turn Test Stress Into Success Most students report being more stressed by schoolwork and exams than by anything else in their lives. As many as 35 percent go blank or freeze on tests, according to the American Test Anxieties Association. But test stress is a problem not just for those who have a full-blown case; learning to reduce nervousness before class can help any student. Are IB Classes Better than AP Classes? Should you be taking AP classes or IB classes? Find out here... Are You Ready for College? If a high school diploma alone is not enough, what else can you do to make sure you're prepared for the academic rigors of college? Take these four steps to college readiness. What Not to Say to Your Professor: Tales from College Faculty Tried and true student excuses for just about anything and humorous responses from faculty. 4 Quick Tips for Getting Professors to Notice You Want profs to remember your name? Check out these quick tips for getting on their good side. Six Steps to Collegiate Success As new students, it never hurts to have a few tips for looking -- and sounding -- your best in class. These six helpful hints will enable even the worst procrastinator to pull through in a pinch and will help you achieve collegiate success. Check out these tips for thinking, speaking, and questioning (even when you're not always prepared). |