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4 Ways to Improve Maths Scores

by Grace Dickins

Maths is a topic rooted in logic and formulas, but for those that struggle with certain concepts, it can be as confusing as learning a new language from scratch. If you've taken exams and achieved a lower score in math than you'd hoped for, you may be anxious to explore your options for bringing it ...

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3 Facts About Competency-Based Learning

by Grace Dickins

What is competency-based learning? It's a style of learning used to learn and teach concrete ideas, rather than abstract ideas. Often the learners will work on one competency, or aspect of learning, at a time, instead of learning a concept in whole right away. They break learning up into smaller chu...

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The Do’s and Don’ts of an Online Discussion Board

by Grace Dickins

So, you're registered for a subject that includes a requirement to post in an online discussion board. This is an opportunity to show your professor your mastery of the material; it can also go very wrong. If you want to make a good impression on your instructor and classmates, follow these twelve d...

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How to Give Constructive Criticism

by Christine Chadwick

The art of constructive criticism is to provide a critique to help the other person improve, without making them feel attacked. There are several things you need to take into consideration when providing critical feedback, such as the time and place. You should focus on the situation and actionable ...

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3 Steps for Avoiding Plagiarism

by Christine Chadwick

Have you ever experienced one of these scenarios?

You're typing away at an assignment due in a few hours, and you're just....stuck. Maybe you don't fully understand the material, or maybe you just realised you need to incorporate something you didn't, but whatever the case is, the clock is runnin...Read more ›