Higher Education
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5 Duties of an Academic Advisor
An academic advisor is a faculty member at a K-12 school, college or university who is charged with guiding students on educational matters. This ... -
What Do Grades Tell Us About Student Ability?
Back in grade school, I remember my teachers equating letter grades with intelligence and future success. This was always perplexing to me because I ... -
What is College-Readiness?
“College-readiness” refers to the ability of a high school student to succeed in the pursuit of post-secondary education. To be college-ready, students need to ... -
Applying to College with a Disability
Applying to college shouldn’t be discouraging for students who are living with disabilities. Instead, these students should become familiar with the services and accommodations ... -
Making Your Own Education When Traditional College Isn’t an Option
Let me begin by informing you that a college education is not a necessity. It’s just one of the options to choose in a ... -
Is the Global Education Sector Heading Toward Fragmentation?
There are two different, starkly contrasting pictures of the situation of education if taken from the global point of view. One depicts a well-balanced ... -
Is Higher Education an Out-of-Control, Money-making Juggernaut?
Education is a life necessity that is largely recognized. The higher the level of education, the higher the pay. The question many ask is ... -
It is Necessary to Disseminate Multicultural Standards in Higher Education
Multiculturalism, particularly in higher education, can come with substantial payoffs for the students. So, is it necessary to spread this concept, or to forcefully ... -
Improving Assessment in eLearning Programs
The nuances of assessment, measurement, and teaching are grossly interdependent. No one is measuring what is being taught; instead, what is being measured is ... -
What Giving up on a Student Says About You
Not every student can be well-behaved or have perfect grades. Sometimes, kids can be frustrating and difficult to handle, which can cause adults to ...