Timed essays are a favorite for standardized tests and college exams. They not only test your knowledge, but they test your ability to develop a coherent argument under pressure. The secret to a timed writing exam is preparation beforehand and avoiding rushing on the day of the exam.
Your grandparents, aunts and uncles will ask about sensitive topics and you should be prepared to answer politely, in a humorous or even a bit sarcastic way. After all, this is a holiday and you don’t want to fight with your family. Read some advice on how to cope with awkward questions you’re going to face.
Imagine the following scenario: a college classroom with a teacher droning on and students spacing out. As your mind wanders and you begin to daydream, the person next to you is doodling in their notebook. You’re thinking that they won’t remember anything from this lecture either. You would be wrong.
In case you haven’t heard, scary clowns are all the rage this fall. The trend has sparked terror all across the country and internationally as people don scary clown costumes at night and head out to terrorize their neighborhood. With a costume this hot, nobody wants to be left out. So if you’re planning to be your own breed of scary clown this Halloween, or even tonight, here are some tips on how to do it right.
Who hasn’t zoned out in class before? Whether your professor has a monotonous voice or you just didn’t get enough sleep last night, everyone has times when paying attention in class is a challenge.
You might wonder, “Why is it that everybody else can show up on time, but I can’t?” There are a lot of different reasons why people are late. See if you can identify what type of late person you are and how you can fix it.
Whether it’s to compensate for rising tuition costs or to supplement your student loan package, if you’re looking for work at the start of the semester, you won’t be the only one.
But what kind of job is suitable for a college student to have? Read our simple guide to finding a part-time job while in college.
Individuals who are highly productive and successful tend to have at least one habit in common: being early risers. What’s so great about getting up early? Well, for one thing, mornings tend to have fewer distractions and therefore allow you the peace and quiet you need to knock out important tasks such as studying for classes.
The web is flooded with self-development resources, and trying to pick the right one for yourself can be a bit overwhelming. To help you out, we’ve collected a list of 100 most inspiring and practical blogs that give advice on setting and achieving goals, living a calm and mindful life, pursuing dreams and finding happinness.
Struggling to remember that phone number? Having troubles memorizing the dates for the History exam? Seeking for a magic way to imprint the information on your brain quickly and efficiently? Sadly, we don’t do magic. Luckily, there are some ways to help drastically improve your memory.
