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A teacher and student need to communicate with each other.
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Why Teacher-Student Communication is So Important

By Rose ScottLast updated on December 22, 2022
Teaching is not just about student supervision and inventing complex multiple-choice tests. It expands its reach far beyond that. The key idea behind educating students is to grow an intelligent and healthy community. To attain the goal, an educator needs to set priorities right and develop teaching methods and approaches based on them. As our …
What do you get out of college?
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What You Get out of College (Besides a Degree)

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
While in college you will learn just as much outside of the classroom as you do inside of one. There’s no doubt that the material learned from the courses and tests are valuable, but equally important are the life lessons imparted by the college experience as a whole. You earn much more than just a …
Here's how to stay healthy in college.
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Tips to Stay Healthy in College

By Kali SlaymakerLast updated on December 22, 2022
Most college students are young and relatively healthy. However, the all you can eat cafeterias and large pizza specials can ruin even the fittest body. Take advantage of the easy things you can do to stay healthy in college! Let’s start with the obvious. Go to the gym One of the most important ways to …
A study schedule can really help you get on top of your studying
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How Do You Create a Study Schedule?

By Kali SlaymakerLast updated on December 22, 2022
Depending on your high school rigor and schedule, you may be a bit culture-shocked when it comes to college studying. College classes are naturally more difficult than high school. That shouldn’t scare you, it should make sense. As each year progresses, you have more knowledge and are ready for more challenging courses. You spent many …
Here are some common writing mistakes students make
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Common Writing Mistakes Made by College Students

By Rose ScottLast updated on December 22, 2022
Time flies but the common writing mistakes students tend to make in their essays are still the same. Have you ever imagined that your thoughtful essay may turn to be graded as a poor one, because of some mistakes you failed to notice? Just fancy, you are writing about some serious issues like environmental pollution …
side gigs to make money in college
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5 Side Gigs to Make Money in College

By Aaron MincLast updated on December 22, 2022
College is expensive. You have to pay for tuition, housing, meals, activities, and so much more. To cover costs, you’re probably going to need a job. Sometimes having a part-time job schedule isn’t practical with your schedule. Perhaps you have an insane amount of credits this semester and you aren’t sure when your study group …
Colorful pens inside a jar. Overlay text says "Back to school supplies."
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25 School Supplies Every Student Needs

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 7, 2025
Key Takeaway Wondering what school supplies you’ll need for college? Check out our recommendations for the following must-have items: Pencils/Mechanical Pencils Pens (Various Colors) Highlighters Pencil Case Note Cards Folders Notebooks Binders Paperclips Correction Pens (Whiteout) Planner/Agenda Backpack Printer Sticky Tack/Poster Strips Scissors Binder Clips Personal Safety Alarm Power Strip Stapler Portable Charger Dry Erase …
Keep in touch with your high school friends.
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How to Keep In Touch With Friends as You Leave For College

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Summer is winding down, back-to-school commercials have hit TV stations, and stores all over the country have set up their school supply displays. If you’re an incoming college freshman, it can be more than a little intimidating. The college transition is a big step. You’re going from a structured eight hour high school day to …

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