i need to get critic reviews for books by ellen hopkins for a school project.. where can i get them??
answers asap would be very appreciated!!
Books & Authors - 1 Answers - 2008-05-07 09:23:08
Best Answer
go to the city library or your local university library (you won't be able to check anything out here but it is full of the kind of critical reviews you are searching to find) . Also, try using the Google search and Yahoo search engines. Good luck!
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Sunday, May 15, 2011
is pace university a good school? ive hard mixed reviews
is pace university a good school? ive hard mixed reviews?
Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - 2009-01-06 14:16:44
Best Answer
Depends who you ask. After a certain point, it becomes about cost. There's state schools that are better than Pace and/or just as good that are MUCH cheaper. But if you can go wherever you want, and you like Pace then more power to you.
Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - 2009-01-06 14:16:44
Best Answer
Depends who you ask. After a certain point, it becomes about cost. There's state schools that are better than Pace and/or just as good that are MUCH cheaper. But if you can go wherever you want, and you like Pace then more power to you.
Friday, May 13, 2011
Should parents be able to review teachers at the end of the school year
Should parents be able to review teachers at the end of the school year?
I am frustrated with dead beat teachers that you hear about year after year from other parents but the principal does nothing about. I think that at the end of the year parents should be able to give our childrens teachers performance reviews. Do you think that this would be a good idea and helpful to the principal to see what kind of job the teacher is really doing? I forgot to mention, my children have also had some wonderful teachers that I would like to commend during the review process.
Grade-Schooler - 12 Answers - 2007-05-01 15:13:56
Best Answer
Absolutely! Why stop there? Students should be able to evaluate their teachers as well! I have said this for many years, that (especially in the public school system) teachers should have more pressure to preform better. What happens when a dead-beat teacher comes along? The students complain, in turn the parents complain who go to the school board, who go to the principal, who goes to the superintendent....It's ridiculous! At the middle and end of the year, students and parents should fill out evaluations of staff and they should be taken into consideration when renewing teacher contracts. After all, it's their education, and their money paying the teacher salary- they should have more voice and should be thought of first in such matter! :) *whew* I feel better.
All Answers
Answer 1
I believe that is a good idea, but in my part of the world the school board(elected) oversees any comments about teacher's performance.
2007-05-01 15:20:17
Answer 2
I completely agree. I am a teacher. I work part time with the ESL students and part time with the VAP students and I love to hear what parents think of my performance. I also work with those deadbeat teachers you are talking about and I completely agree something needs to be done! Bring it up with your school board and see what happens and then if need be get as many parents as possible to sign a petition and get it going! I would love to see that in every school and keep lazy teachers on their toes.
2007-05-01 15:22:15
Answer 3
Maybe so, but in that case teachers should be able to review all the dead beat parents that expect schools to parent their children. And anyway, that's what parent teacher conferences are for. In my experience teaching, so many parents complain to the teacher that they should be doing more about their children getting their homework done, etc. It's like they think that because they send their kid to school (especially when it's an independent school!), they shouldn't have to be bothered with their child's progress. The teacher can have hundreds of students, and the parent usually only has a couple of kids. While there are definitely bad teachers out there (I've had them!), I think parents need to take more responsibility for their children's education. When I was a child, my parents taught me loads of things at home before I learned them in school, like how to read, long division, history, etc. In the long run, research has shown that a child's performance in school is more closely related to his background and parental support then to the school and the teacher.
2007-05-01 15:24:22
Answer 4
That is a fabulous idea. I know there are some things my daughters teacher could improve on but I also know there are some things I would love to tell her that I was happy about. That would be nice to give some feedback.
2007-05-01 15:26:38
Answer 5
Definitely! The student should have a chance to review the teacher without the teacher or parents present, the parents should have a chance to review the teacher, and the teacher should have a chance to review the parents (ex. did they show up for conferences? did they make sure their child's homework was completed each night?) Having a clear view of the "big picture" would definitely benefit the student's career and would help the school administrators, teachers and parents approach each child's education in the most effective way possible.
2007-05-01 15:28:48
Answer 7
sure would be a nice idea. but on the other hand. teachers should be able to evaluate parents. i am a parent and im active in school with my sons.but, a lot of parents think they dont need to be involved or parent trheir kids. at least teachers went to colllege. alot of peoplke have kids thinking that gives them clout to tell others how to be.
2007-05-01 15:38:37
Answer 8
I think it's a good idea but remember that it's subjective. If your kid has a personality conflict with a teacher (or you do) you're going to give them a bad rating, even if that teacher was able to reach and effectively educate other kids. I had a teacher that I couldn't stand. My brother loved her. So my mom started out hating her, ended up loving her. But yes, it's a good idea to say thank you to good ones. I think that it's more important to be proactive as parents. I think we need to make sure tha twe make it to parent teacher interviews, stay on top of our kids doing their homework, seeing their grades and like that. If the grades are low, we as parents need to ask the teacher "how can I help you educate my child? What do you think my child needs?" More often than not the teacher will fall over him/herself to help a student whose parents really care.
2007-05-01 15:56:25
Answer 9
Sounds real good to me. They ask our opinion in the south but what they do with it I do not know
2007-05-01 16:01:55
Answer 10
The school my children go to sends a letter home, which is an evaluation on the teacher, other staff, or anything related directly to your child's teacher & their classroom. I was thrilled when I started getting these particular paper's. From what I know it all came about at my children's school due to things like parents' not being available when the teacher's are (vice versa) & also because not all parent's were comfortable speaking about some things & would rather write it out. This idea for this evaluation paper twice a year started simply from a parent, such as yourself, expressing interest.
2007-05-01 16:04:22
Answer 11
If the Principal is a good principal, they would know...I think that in this case, the principal is nto good and this is the one that needs to be investigated.... I really dont think parents should evaluate, because parents ususally do not have the appropriate knowledge on the different areas, such as the discipline domains, academic domains and other educational areas. You need to look at data and other things... Sorry but if you are not happy with the teachers at your school, and you feel that they are not good, please look at the academic level of the school and you will find data that will truly tell you if the teachers at your school are working right or are not...
2007-05-01 17:47:57
Answer 12
I totally agree with you the parents should be able to give teachers reviews at the end of the school. My son is in the 5th grade and I have to say over his whole elementary school years he has had great teachers who are dedicated and caring. His school did real well on the state test this past fall.
2007-05-01 19:01:03
I am frustrated with dead beat teachers that you hear about year after year from other parents but the principal does nothing about. I think that at the end of the year parents should be able to give our childrens teachers performance reviews. Do you think that this would be a good idea and helpful to the principal to see what kind of job the teacher is really doing? I forgot to mention, my children have also had some wonderful teachers that I would like to commend during the review process.
Grade-Schooler - 12 Answers - 2007-05-01 15:13:56
Best Answer
Absolutely! Why stop there? Students should be able to evaluate their teachers as well! I have said this for many years, that (especially in the public school system) teachers should have more pressure to preform better. What happens when a dead-beat teacher comes along? The students complain, in turn the parents complain who go to the school board, who go to the principal, who goes to the superintendent....It's ridiculous! At the middle and end of the year, students and parents should fill out evaluations of staff and they should be taken into consideration when renewing teacher contracts. After all, it's their education, and their money paying the teacher salary- they should have more voice and should be thought of first in such matter! :) *whew* I feel better.
All Answers
Answer 1
I believe that is a good idea, but in my part of the world the school board(elected) oversees any comments about teacher's performance.
2007-05-01 15:20:17
Answer 2
I completely agree. I am a teacher. I work part time with the ESL students and part time with the VAP students and I love to hear what parents think of my performance. I also work with those deadbeat teachers you are talking about and I completely agree something needs to be done! Bring it up with your school board and see what happens and then if need be get as many parents as possible to sign a petition and get it going! I would love to see that in every school and keep lazy teachers on their toes.
2007-05-01 15:22:15
Answer 3
Maybe so, but in that case teachers should be able to review all the dead beat parents that expect schools to parent their children. And anyway, that's what parent teacher conferences are for. In my experience teaching, so many parents complain to the teacher that they should be doing more about their children getting their homework done, etc. It's like they think that because they send their kid to school (especially when it's an independent school!), they shouldn't have to be bothered with their child's progress. The teacher can have hundreds of students, and the parent usually only has a couple of kids. While there are definitely bad teachers out there (I've had them!), I think parents need to take more responsibility for their children's education. When I was a child, my parents taught me loads of things at home before I learned them in school, like how to read, long division, history, etc. In the long run, research has shown that a child's performance in school is more closely related to his background and parental support then to the school and the teacher.
2007-05-01 15:24:22
Answer 4
That is a fabulous idea. I know there are some things my daughters teacher could improve on but I also know there are some things I would love to tell her that I was happy about. That would be nice to give some feedback.
2007-05-01 15:26:38
Answer 5
Definitely! The student should have a chance to review the teacher without the teacher or parents present, the parents should have a chance to review the teacher, and the teacher should have a chance to review the parents (ex. did they show up for conferences? did they make sure their child's homework was completed each night?) Having a clear view of the "big picture" would definitely benefit the student's career and would help the school administrators, teachers and parents approach each child's education in the most effective way possible.
2007-05-01 15:28:48
Answer 7
sure would be a nice idea. but on the other hand. teachers should be able to evaluate parents. i am a parent and im active in school with my sons.but, a lot of parents think they dont need to be involved or parent trheir kids. at least teachers went to colllege. alot of peoplke have kids thinking that gives them clout to tell others how to be.
2007-05-01 15:38:37
Answer 8
I think it's a good idea but remember that it's subjective. If your kid has a personality conflict with a teacher (or you do) you're going to give them a bad rating, even if that teacher was able to reach and effectively educate other kids. I had a teacher that I couldn't stand. My brother loved her. So my mom started out hating her, ended up loving her. But yes, it's a good idea to say thank you to good ones. I think that it's more important to be proactive as parents. I think we need to make sure tha twe make it to parent teacher interviews, stay on top of our kids doing their homework, seeing their grades and like that. If the grades are low, we as parents need to ask the teacher "how can I help you educate my child? What do you think my child needs?" More often than not the teacher will fall over him/herself to help a student whose parents really care.
2007-05-01 15:56:25
Answer 9
Sounds real good to me. They ask our opinion in the south but what they do with it I do not know
2007-05-01 16:01:55
Answer 10
The school my children go to sends a letter home, which is an evaluation on the teacher, other staff, or anything related directly to your child's teacher & their classroom. I was thrilled when I started getting these particular paper's. From what I know it all came about at my children's school due to things like parents' not being available when the teacher's are (vice versa) & also because not all parent's were comfortable speaking about some things & would rather write it out. This idea for this evaluation paper twice a year started simply from a parent, such as yourself, expressing interest.
2007-05-01 16:04:22
Answer 11
If the Principal is a good principal, they would know...I think that in this case, the principal is nto good and this is the one that needs to be investigated.... I really dont think parents should evaluate, because parents ususally do not have the appropriate knowledge on the different areas, such as the discipline domains, academic domains and other educational areas. You need to look at data and other things... Sorry but if you are not happy with the teachers at your school, and you feel that they are not good, please look at the academic level of the school and you will find data that will truly tell you if the teachers at your school are working right or are not...
2007-05-01 17:47:57
Answer 12
I totally agree with you the parents should be able to give teachers reviews at the end of the school. My son is in the 5th grade and I have to say over his whole elementary school years he has had great teachers who are dedicated and caring. His school did real well on the state test this past fall.
2007-05-01 19:01:03
Monday, May 9, 2011
is Depaul University (Chicago,IL) a good school, fun for transfer students living on campus
is Depaul University (Chicago,IL) a good school, fun for transfer students living on campus?
I'm willing to travel anywhere to continue a Bachelors in Information Security/Assurance which they offer...I've heard good reviews about the schooling there, nightlife in chicago for 21+ student's but heard it's hard to meet people and make friends? isn't this true at any transfer school....I figured It would be easy to make new friends if you have roomates who also live on campus and are fairly new themselves?
Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - 2010-02-23 14:26:42
Best Answer
School is what you make of it. If you're an introvert, you'll find it harder to meet people and make friends at any school. If you're an extrovert, chances are you'll fit in faster. Regardless, the easiest way to meet people is to join some clubs. In that regard, DePaul is nice because it's situated in a large metropolitan city where there's always something going on. Academically speaking, I can't comment since I don't know how good that program is at DePaul.
I'm willing to travel anywhere to continue a Bachelors in Information Security/Assurance which they offer...I've heard good reviews about the schooling there, nightlife in chicago for 21+ student's but heard it's hard to meet people and make friends? isn't this true at any transfer school....I figured It would be easy to make new friends if you have roomates who also live on campus and are fairly new themselves?
Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers - 2010-02-23 14:26:42
Best Answer
School is what you make of it. If you're an introvert, you'll find it harder to meet people and make friends at any school. If you're an extrovert, chances are you'll fit in faster. Regardless, the easiest way to meet people is to join some clubs. In that regard, DePaul is nice because it's situated in a large metropolitan city where there's always something going on. Academically speaking, I can't comment since I don't know how good that program is at DePaul.
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Will reviewing my class notes every night help me do a lot better in school
Will reviewing my class notes every night help me do a lot better in school?
When I used to prepare for a test, I would wait until a week or so before (depending on how big the test was) to begin reviewing. But now that I am entering high school, do you think it would be a better idea to review them every night if I have time after completing my homework? Thanks.
Primary & Secondary Education - 25 Answers - 2007-08-30 12:17:56
Best Answer
Yes, of course! Cramming is never the best way to study. If you review the info regularly you're more likely to remember it.
All Answers
Answer 1
its always good to double check so theres nothing wrong with having a second look.
2007-08-30 12:20:20
Answer 2
reading it, saying it out loud, write it, and then read it again. my teacher said that way is proven to help u better remember things by 60%.
2007-08-30 12:21:01
Answer 3
Yes that is a great idea! It's impressive to see that you're so interested in doing well in school this year. Good for you!!
2007-08-30 12:21:21
Answer 4
yes it sure will, so it stays fresh on your mind, and you aren't learning it all over again for the test.
2007-08-30 12:21:29
Answer 5
It definitely wouldn't hurt any =D. How were your grades before you did that? If you could handle it okay (85%-100%) then you probably don't need to. But I definitely think it will help you out a lot.
2007-08-30 12:21:30
Answer 7
yeah, i think that is a great idea. it is so great to see young people taking such seriousness in their grades and education. keep it up. i think you will be just fine. good luck.
2007-08-30 12:21:50
Answer 8
Yes.
2007-08-30 12:22:08
Answer 9
It will but don't go over board with it find something else to do in school I know that is what everyone says but it help I joined band and it helped my grades so find something you like and go with it
2007-08-30 12:22:16
Answer 10
definatley, im at college and i review my notes, as much as i can, it helps you remeber stuff in class, and also gives you confidence to think, oh i know this :) and it will make entering a test easier as you would be more confident as you studyed :) x
2007-08-30 12:22:22
Answer 11
Yes, do 'review all your notes' every night. There's also somethng you can to to 'improve your grade' ... when you get home, before you start your 'homework' read through your notes and 'write them again' is 'whole sentences' so they 'make more sense' to you ... which will make your 'reiview' go more easily, and make your 'memory' of the 'stuff you learned' more 'complete' for that day.
2007-08-30 12:22:25
Answer 12
It will help you. You will have longer to remember the information and find it easier when you are studying for your tests.
2007-08-30 12:22:45
Answer 13
Getting straight A’s won’t guarantee success, but it sure doesn’t hurt. A high GPA will help you make more money, pursue further education, or change career paths. If you’re going to spend many thousands of dollars on a college education, you might as well make the most of it. Right? Being smart will help you get good grades, but it isn’t required. Neither is studying nonstop. The key to academic success is being disciplined and efficient in your study habits. These 7 strategies will help you raise your GPA while minimizing stress and overall study time. 1. Go to class - I know this one is mind-numbingly obvious but it’s important. Many professors lecture directly from PowerPoint and post the slides to the internet. This makes it tempting to skip class, download the lecture notes, and learn the material on your own. Although you can probably get away with this in easy courses, you’ll face problems in challenging ones. By skipping class, you miss out on a few important things: Detailed verbal explanations that are key to understanding the material The chance to ask questions and listen to the Q&A of other students Special announcements Opportunities for extra credit It’s also important to consider how skipping class affects your reputation. In most classes, grades are somewhat subjective. This means that the grader’s perception of you can make or break your grade. If you frequently miss class, you’ll be perceived as someone who lacks respect for the professor and the subject matter. Why should they give you the benefit of the doubt or round that B+ up to an A-? 2. Sit in the front row - Not only will sitting in the front row build self confidence, it will automatically engage you in the lecture. You’ll appear to be an eager student and highly visible to the teacher. This will help your academic reputation and make it more likely you’ll develop a relationship with the professor. You’ll have a much easier time maintaining focus and will feel more like a participant than a passive observer. 3. Take notes by hand - Another unfortunate side effect of the PowerPoint revolution is that it discourages students from taking notes. Taking notes by hand will improve your grades because a) it forces you to pay attention, and b) the physical act of writing aids memorization. If you take notes, you’ll find it much easier to stay engaged. Your notes also provide a point of reference that will help you build a mental link between a written concept and the professor’s verbal explanation. This is key for efficient studying. 4. Do a weekly review - A common problem students encounter is trying to learn an enormous amount of material right before the midterm or final exam. This is practically impossible. You’ll find it much easier if you take a gradual approach to studying. At least once a week, review your notes starting from the beginning of the course. This only needs to take 15 or 20 minutes, just enough time to build familiarity with the material. By doing a weekly review you’ll gradually memorize everything and will better understand how one concept builds on the next. Putting in small amounts of effort on a consistent basis will drastically reduce the amount of studying you need to do right before the test. 5. Go to office hours - Professors and TA’s usually make themselves available at regular times during the week for students to ask questions about assignments. Do yourself a favor by taking advantage of this opportunity. First, attending office hours will motivate you to get ahead on your work and prepare questions to ask. This will give you a huge edge in understanding problems that aren’t clearly explained in the lectures. Second, it will build your reputation as a high-effort student who deserves high grades. 6. Find smart people to work with - In courses that involve group work, this is essential. No one wants to get stuck with a bunch slackers, have to do all the work themselves, and end up with a poor grade to show for it. The quality of the your learning experience is directly related to the attitudes of the people you work with. Working with smart people will facilitate discussion. The best way to understand an idea is talking about it with other intelligent people. Who you work with also affects your academic reputation. If you associate with students that aren’t interested in learning, teachers and graders will assume you feel the same way. It’s also a great way to connect with people who have similar interests and ambitions. 7. Avoid all-nighters - Generally, having to pull an all-nighter means that you slacked off all semester and need to fit 3 months of learning into one day. If you use a gradual study strategy this will never be necessary. All-nighters don’t work! Yes, it might be possible to get a good grade if the course is easy, but it’s much more likely that your grade will be significantly lower. All-nighters harm performance because they make you tired and stressed. You’ll also forget most of what you learn right after the test, decreasing the practical value of your education.
2007-08-30 12:23:00
Answer 14
Yes, absolutely - as long as you took good notes! Then you'll never have to cram for a test, and the information will stay in your head, whereas if you cram, you'll forget everything within days after the test and will have learned nothing you can use in the future.
2007-08-30 12:23:10
Answer 15
I think it is a good idea. You can even review it before class begins.
2007-08-30 12:23:26
Answer 16
Well, it's probably not totally neccessary, but it would probably definitely help you. And you'd probably remember the material for longer than just long enough to pass a test.
2007-08-30 12:23:30
Answer 17
Of course going over your school notes will make you a better student snd will help you become smarter. Plus when a big test comes up you won't be that stressed out about it and be more confident that you will get a better grade!!!!!!!!
2007-08-30 12:23:32
Answer 18
your right about that review your stuff on a regular basis is much more effective than the days before, to make it effective right after you get home from school review your classes that you did that day giving each class 10-15 minutes of review time once you have reviewed all your classes take like a 15-20 minute break and do your homework afterwards during the review time remember what happened in class, imagine it as accurate as possible what the teacher said what questions were asked, what the teacher spoke about the most if you do it regularly you wont need to cram it all in one week
2007-08-30 12:23:53
Answer 19
My university biology professor gave me the best study technique I ever learned in my whole scholastic career: When taking notes for a class, fold the paper vertically and take notes on the left side of the page only. No need to write full sentences. That evening, unfold the page and rewrite the notes into complete sentences. Just before a test, review your rewritten notes. You have now engaged all three learning mechanisms (hearing, from the initial class - kinesthetic, from writing and rewriting your notes - and reading, from rewriting and reviewing your notes). It really works.
2007-08-30 12:24:23
Answer 20
It really depends on how YOU do best and if you know when tests may be coming up. I should think your class notes will be more copious than they were in junior high so, it doesn't hurt to look over notes on a subject you may be having difficulty with and then go over them again closer to test time. It sounds as though you're a great student so keep up the good study habits and good luck this year!
2007-08-30 12:25:44
Answer 21
I FOUND THAT REWRITING THE NOTES HELPED THAT WAY I'M NOT JUST MINDLESSLY STARING AT THE PAPER.
2007-08-30 12:25:54
Answer 22
Reviewing notes before going to sleep --is good way to save stuff in the long memory! last thing u read before u sleep you will remember tomorrow! plus review right after class is also good or early when u wake up!
2007-08-30 12:26:44
Answer 23
If you take reasonably good notes then yes -reviewing your notes every night will be a big help. When I was in college I got in the habit of 20 minutes of daily review per subject, on top of doing my homework and regular assignments. My grades went up and it wasn't that much extra effort. I have two sons, one in middle school and the other in high school. They have both take the time for a daily review and they have a 3.7 and a 3.9 GPA respectively. They're smart but honestly they are not geniuses. Your time is a valuable asset, make the most of it.
2007-08-30 12:30:57
Answer 24
I'm a tutor for both middle and high school students. The biggest problem I see is that students sometimes don't understand some topics during class. I think it's most important to pay special attention while the class is actually going on, and make sure to give yourself written reminders about sections that confused you so you can ask the teacher or classmates about it later. I have students that take lots of notes and don't do well on tests because their notes included topics that they didn't quite get in the first place. By making sure your notes are comprehensive and understandable the very first time, you won't have to spend as much time reviewing them.
2007-08-30 12:39:35
Answer 25
OH YES, this helps ALOT ALOT. I really suggest doing so.
2007-09-01 00:54:28
When I used to prepare for a test, I would wait until a week or so before (depending on how big the test was) to begin reviewing. But now that I am entering high school, do you think it would be a better idea to review them every night if I have time after completing my homework? Thanks.
Primary & Secondary Education - 25 Answers - 2007-08-30 12:17:56
Best Answer
Yes, of course! Cramming is never the best way to study. If you review the info regularly you're more likely to remember it.
All Answers
Answer 1
its always good to double check so theres nothing wrong with having a second look.
2007-08-30 12:20:20
Answer 2
reading it, saying it out loud, write it, and then read it again. my teacher said that way is proven to help u better remember things by 60%.
2007-08-30 12:21:01
Answer 3
Yes that is a great idea! It's impressive to see that you're so interested in doing well in school this year. Good for you!!
2007-08-30 12:21:21
Answer 4
yes it sure will, so it stays fresh on your mind, and you aren't learning it all over again for the test.
2007-08-30 12:21:29
Answer 5
It definitely wouldn't hurt any =D. How were your grades before you did that? If you could handle it okay (85%-100%) then you probably don't need to. But I definitely think it will help you out a lot.
2007-08-30 12:21:30
Answer 7
yeah, i think that is a great idea. it is so great to see young people taking such seriousness in their grades and education. keep it up. i think you will be just fine. good luck.
2007-08-30 12:21:50
Answer 8
Yes.
2007-08-30 12:22:08
Answer 9
It will but don't go over board with it find something else to do in school I know that is what everyone says but it help I joined band and it helped my grades so find something you like and go with it
2007-08-30 12:22:16
Answer 10
definatley, im at college and i review my notes, as much as i can, it helps you remeber stuff in class, and also gives you confidence to think, oh i know this :) and it will make entering a test easier as you would be more confident as you studyed :) x
2007-08-30 12:22:22
Answer 11
Yes, do 'review all your notes' every night. There's also somethng you can to to 'improve your grade' ... when you get home, before you start your 'homework' read through your notes and 'write them again' is 'whole sentences' so they 'make more sense' to you ... which will make your 'reiview' go more easily, and make your 'memory' of the 'stuff you learned' more 'complete' for that day.
2007-08-30 12:22:25
Answer 12
It will help you. You will have longer to remember the information and find it easier when you are studying for your tests.
2007-08-30 12:22:45
Answer 13
Getting straight A’s won’t guarantee success, but it sure doesn’t hurt. A high GPA will help you make more money, pursue further education, or change career paths. If you’re going to spend many thousands of dollars on a college education, you might as well make the most of it. Right? Being smart will help you get good grades, but it isn’t required. Neither is studying nonstop. The key to academic success is being disciplined and efficient in your study habits. These 7 strategies will help you raise your GPA while minimizing stress and overall study time. 1. Go to class - I know this one is mind-numbingly obvious but it’s important. Many professors lecture directly from PowerPoint and post the slides to the internet. This makes it tempting to skip class, download the lecture notes, and learn the material on your own. Although you can probably get away with this in easy courses, you’ll face problems in challenging ones. By skipping class, you miss out on a few important things: Detailed verbal explanations that are key to understanding the material The chance to ask questions and listen to the Q&A of other students Special announcements Opportunities for extra credit It’s also important to consider how skipping class affects your reputation. In most classes, grades are somewhat subjective. This means that the grader’s perception of you can make or break your grade. If you frequently miss class, you’ll be perceived as someone who lacks respect for the professor and the subject matter. Why should they give you the benefit of the doubt or round that B+ up to an A-? 2. Sit in the front row - Not only will sitting in the front row build self confidence, it will automatically engage you in the lecture. You’ll appear to be an eager student and highly visible to the teacher. This will help your academic reputation and make it more likely you’ll develop a relationship with the professor. You’ll have a much easier time maintaining focus and will feel more like a participant than a passive observer. 3. Take notes by hand - Another unfortunate side effect of the PowerPoint revolution is that it discourages students from taking notes. Taking notes by hand will improve your grades because a) it forces you to pay attention, and b) the physical act of writing aids memorization. If you take notes, you’ll find it much easier to stay engaged. Your notes also provide a point of reference that will help you build a mental link between a written concept and the professor’s verbal explanation. This is key for efficient studying. 4. Do a weekly review - A common problem students encounter is trying to learn an enormous amount of material right before the midterm or final exam. This is practically impossible. You’ll find it much easier if you take a gradual approach to studying. At least once a week, review your notes starting from the beginning of the course. This only needs to take 15 or 20 minutes, just enough time to build familiarity with the material. By doing a weekly review you’ll gradually memorize everything and will better understand how one concept builds on the next. Putting in small amounts of effort on a consistent basis will drastically reduce the amount of studying you need to do right before the test. 5. Go to office hours - Professors and TA’s usually make themselves available at regular times during the week for students to ask questions about assignments. Do yourself a favor by taking advantage of this opportunity. First, attending office hours will motivate you to get ahead on your work and prepare questions to ask. This will give you a huge edge in understanding problems that aren’t clearly explained in the lectures. Second, it will build your reputation as a high-effort student who deserves high grades. 6. Find smart people to work with - In courses that involve group work, this is essential. No one wants to get stuck with a bunch slackers, have to do all the work themselves, and end up with a poor grade to show for it. The quality of the your learning experience is directly related to the attitudes of the people you work with. Working with smart people will facilitate discussion. The best way to understand an idea is talking about it with other intelligent people. Who you work with also affects your academic reputation. If you associate with students that aren’t interested in learning, teachers and graders will assume you feel the same way. It’s also a great way to connect with people who have similar interests and ambitions. 7. Avoid all-nighters - Generally, having to pull an all-nighter means that you slacked off all semester and need to fit 3 months of learning into one day. If you use a gradual study strategy this will never be necessary. All-nighters don’t work! Yes, it might be possible to get a good grade if the course is easy, but it’s much more likely that your grade will be significantly lower. All-nighters harm performance because they make you tired and stressed. You’ll also forget most of what you learn right after the test, decreasing the practical value of your education.
2007-08-30 12:23:00
Answer 14
Yes, absolutely - as long as you took good notes! Then you'll never have to cram for a test, and the information will stay in your head, whereas if you cram, you'll forget everything within days after the test and will have learned nothing you can use in the future.
2007-08-30 12:23:10
Answer 15
I think it is a good idea. You can even review it before class begins.
2007-08-30 12:23:26
Answer 16
Well, it's probably not totally neccessary, but it would probably definitely help you. And you'd probably remember the material for longer than just long enough to pass a test.
2007-08-30 12:23:30
Answer 17
Of course going over your school notes will make you a better student snd will help you become smarter. Plus when a big test comes up you won't be that stressed out about it and be more confident that you will get a better grade!!!!!!!!
2007-08-30 12:23:32
Answer 18
your right about that review your stuff on a regular basis is much more effective than the days before, to make it effective right after you get home from school review your classes that you did that day giving each class 10-15 minutes of review time once you have reviewed all your classes take like a 15-20 minute break and do your homework afterwards during the review time remember what happened in class, imagine it as accurate as possible what the teacher said what questions were asked, what the teacher spoke about the most if you do it regularly you wont need to cram it all in one week
2007-08-30 12:23:53
Answer 19
My university biology professor gave me the best study technique I ever learned in my whole scholastic career: When taking notes for a class, fold the paper vertically and take notes on the left side of the page only. No need to write full sentences. That evening, unfold the page and rewrite the notes into complete sentences. Just before a test, review your rewritten notes. You have now engaged all three learning mechanisms (hearing, from the initial class - kinesthetic, from writing and rewriting your notes - and reading, from rewriting and reviewing your notes). It really works.
2007-08-30 12:24:23
Answer 20
It really depends on how YOU do best and if you know when tests may be coming up. I should think your class notes will be more copious than they were in junior high so, it doesn't hurt to look over notes on a subject you may be having difficulty with and then go over them again closer to test time. It sounds as though you're a great student so keep up the good study habits and good luck this year!
2007-08-30 12:25:44
Answer 21
I FOUND THAT REWRITING THE NOTES HELPED THAT WAY I'M NOT JUST MINDLESSLY STARING AT THE PAPER.
2007-08-30 12:25:54
Answer 22
Reviewing notes before going to sleep --is good way to save stuff in the long memory! last thing u read before u sleep you will remember tomorrow! plus review right after class is also good or early when u wake up!
2007-08-30 12:26:44
Answer 23
If you take reasonably good notes then yes -reviewing your notes every night will be a big help. When I was in college I got in the habit of 20 minutes of daily review per subject, on top of doing my homework and regular assignments. My grades went up and it wasn't that much extra effort. I have two sons, one in middle school and the other in high school. They have both take the time for a daily review and they have a 3.7 and a 3.9 GPA respectively. They're smart but honestly they are not geniuses. Your time is a valuable asset, make the most of it.
2007-08-30 12:30:57
Answer 24
I'm a tutor for both middle and high school students. The biggest problem I see is that students sometimes don't understand some topics during class. I think it's most important to pay special attention while the class is actually going on, and make sure to give yourself written reminders about sections that confused you so you can ask the teacher or classmates about it later. I have students that take lots of notes and don't do well on tests because their notes included topics that they didn't quite get in the first place. By making sure your notes are comprehensive and understandable the very first time, you won't have to spend as much time reviewing them.
2007-08-30 12:39:35
Answer 25
OH YES, this helps ALOT ALOT. I really suggest doing so.
2007-09-01 00:54:28
Thursday, May 5, 2011
I'm a senior researching colleges; what's the best resource on line to find out what a school is really like
I'm a senior researching colleges; what's the best resource on line to find out what a school is really like?
I'm trying to narrow down my college choices, and of course there's always the school's website and Wikipedia, but I wanted to know if there's something else that could help me make my decision - for example, a site where students give reviews and ratings of their schools.
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers - 2008-09-02 12:13:13
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Some good starting resources are the Princeton Review and US News & World Report. They have nationally recognized ranking systems and a lot of school-specific information as well. If you want more student feedback, check out ratemyprofessors.com. That can give you a good sense of how much students like their classes at any given school. Finally, the best way to really hear from students is to go to a school's website, research some student organizations you might be interested in, and contact the students directly. Chances are they'll be thrilled that you're asking them and will happily share their thoughts on their school.
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www.review.com This is the website for Princeton Review. It has a ranking of colleges with categories such as Happiest Students, Least Happy Students Best Libraries, Most Beautiful Dorms, Dorms Like Dungeons, Best Professors, Most Class Discussions, Most Diverse, Least Diverse, Greek Life, Party Schools, Students Study the Most, Students Study the Least, Toughest to Get Into, etc. That should help a bit with your search. Also the Princeton Review's Best 361 colleges has a lot of reviews, ratings and lots of comments from students at many different schools. Good luck!
2008-09-02 12:27:48
I'm trying to narrow down my college choices, and of course there's always the school's website and Wikipedia, but I wanted to know if there's something else that could help me make my decision - for example, a site where students give reviews and ratings of their schools.
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers - 2008-09-02 12:13:13
Best Answer
Some good starting resources are the Princeton Review and US News & World Report. They have nationally recognized ranking systems and a lot of school-specific information as well. If you want more student feedback, check out ratemyprofessors.com. That can give you a good sense of how much students like their classes at any given school. Finally, the best way to really hear from students is to go to a school's website, research some student organizations you might be interested in, and contact the students directly. Chances are they'll be thrilled that you're asking them and will happily share their thoughts on their school.
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Answer 1
www.review.com This is the website for Princeton Review. It has a ranking of colleges with categories such as Happiest Students, Least Happy Students Best Libraries, Most Beautiful Dorms, Dorms Like Dungeons, Best Professors, Most Class Discussions, Most Diverse, Least Diverse, Greek Life, Party Schools, Students Study the Most, Students Study the Least, Toughest to Get Into, etc. That should help a bit with your search. Also the Princeton Review's Best 361 colleges has a lot of reviews, ratings and lots of comments from students at many different schools. Good luck!
2008-09-02 12:27:48
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Which Culinary School in San Francisco is considered the most reputable
Which Culinary School in San Francisco is considered the most reputable?
I have been considering applying to the Culinary Arts Associates Degree program at the California Culinary Academy but I've recently heard some negative things about the school and have read several unsettling reviews.
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers - 2010-06-14 12:21:36
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The problem with culinary schools is that you will amass a debt of $55K to 65K for a line cook position that pays, if you are lucky, $12/hr. Look at the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Studies program at City College of San Francisco. I guarantee it will be much cheaper and leave you with much less debt than the for-profit schools you mentioned, and the education ought to be equal or better than the for-profits schools.
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Check out the art institute of san francisco, and the le cordon bleu culinary school in san francisco.
2010-06-17 07:58:56
I have been considering applying to the Culinary Arts Associates Degree program at the California Culinary Academy but I've recently heard some negative things about the school and have read several unsettling reviews.
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers - 2010-06-14 12:21:36
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The problem with culinary schools is that you will amass a debt of $55K to 65K for a line cook position that pays, if you are lucky, $12/hr. Look at the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Studies program at City College of San Francisco. I guarantee it will be much cheaper and leave you with much less debt than the for-profit schools you mentioned, and the education ought to be equal or better than the for-profits schools.
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Check out the art institute of san francisco, and the le cordon bleu culinary school in san francisco.
2010-06-17 07:58:56
Sunday, May 1, 2011
How do I make reviewing things fun for kids before school starts
How do I make reviewing things fun for kids before school starts?
Ok well I babysit and one of the things that I have been asked to do is review reading, sight words, and a little math with a 6 year old (going to be 7 in the beginning of Aug) who is going into 1st grade after repeating Kindergarden. He is already slower than most kids his age. One day he will be good and then the other he will refuse to do it, but he knows that he has to do it. I hate to make him do it, but he has to because he is already going to be struggle when he goes back to school and what I do to help him review will help him get ready. Whenever he refuses, he also says that he wants to fail 1st grade. I don't know what I should do or what I should tell his mom. Any suggestions?
Primary & Secondary Education - 2 Answers - 2008-07-31 13:32:48
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make it fun and like make games out of the reviewing.also praise him with comments and give him smal things if he listens
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Try to make a game or flash cards which will spark his interest to learn while having fun. I've found a reward system best with little kids. Such as star stickers or possibly some kind of sweet if the performance and behavoir is good. The more you force him to do somthing the less he will pay attention and lose interest with what you have to teach. If reading is involved, ask a list of topic he enjoys whether it be the wild west or outer space and fidn books/ ahort articals at his level. That will keep him interested in learning about the topic and watn to read. Flash cards and math games can be fun as well. Also applying what little math there is to real life situations or with props will help visulize the equation. It sounds liek all the kid needs is a little motivation and he will become successful! Hope i helped =D
2008-07-31 13:45:32
Ok well I babysit and one of the things that I have been asked to do is review reading, sight words, and a little math with a 6 year old (going to be 7 in the beginning of Aug) who is going into 1st grade after repeating Kindergarden. He is already slower than most kids his age. One day he will be good and then the other he will refuse to do it, but he knows that he has to do it. I hate to make him do it, but he has to because he is already going to be struggle when he goes back to school and what I do to help him review will help him get ready. Whenever he refuses, he also says that he wants to fail 1st grade. I don't know what I should do or what I should tell his mom. Any suggestions?
Primary & Secondary Education - 2 Answers - 2008-07-31 13:32:48
Best Answer
make it fun and like make games out of the reviewing.also praise him with comments and give him smal things if he listens
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Answer 1
Try to make a game or flash cards which will spark his interest to learn while having fun. I've found a reward system best with little kids. Such as star stickers or possibly some kind of sweet if the performance and behavoir is good. The more you force him to do somthing the less he will pay attention and lose interest with what you have to teach. If reading is involved, ask a list of topic he enjoys whether it be the wild west or outer space and fidn books/ ahort articals at his level. That will keep him interested in learning about the topic and watn to read. Flash cards and math games can be fun as well. Also applying what little math there is to real life situations or with props will help visulize the equation. It sounds liek all the kid needs is a little motivation and he will become successful! Hope i helped =D
2008-07-31 13:45:32