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Test taking tips: Working within time limits

Sunday, July 11th, 2010

Taking a test is stressful even if you have adequately studied and reviewed. The idea that a grade depends on a specific test can be so stress-inducing that even though we have studied for hours and adequately prepared ourselves, we can freeze when the professor tells us to turn the tests over and begin the [...]

How to choose the right private school for your child

Tuesday, June 8th, 2010

Today more than ever before are choosing private school for their children’s education. Many reasons have led to this phenomenon, among them concern about public school safety, a desire for quality standards, and religious values.
If you are thinking about enrolling your child in public school, here are some things to consider:
1. Do a thorough [...]

Popular books for school-age kids

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

Most parents want their children to read quality literature, not just comic book fluff. Yet what constitutes a good book these days? The following guidelines may help parents choose effective stories for their children.
1. Fantasy and science fiction. Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and even films adapted from popular films like Star Wars or [...]

How to take Good Notes

Wednesday, May 19th, 2010

Listening to a conference speaker outline key points related to job performance, you begin furiously writing down sentence after sentence, using abbreviations to capture each statement. After a minute or so, you realize you’ll never catch up. How are you supposed to capture the essence of the presentation for future reference?
The art of note-taking means [...]