We all know that you shouldn’t apply to a college just because it’s near the beach and you’re a surfer or because it’s in the mountains and you’re a skier. However, geography should be a factor in your decision about …
If you’ve finished your college essay and you’re thinking “I’m done,” think again. Many colleges will also ask you for an academic resume and/or brag sheet. Also, you may not actually have room on the application for all of your …
When it comes to using the internet for research, there is a LOT of gray area. What constitutes plagiarism? Is Wikipedia a valid source? How much of an article can I “borrow” without giving credit? How do I tell a …
Forget flash cards and books. Studying? Trying to hone your skills? Attempting to read more? Welcome to the world of apps! Never before has your phone been such a great resource for learning. Since most kids are essentially inseparable from …
Most of us can still recall some of the stories, nursery rhymes, and poems we read or heard when we were kids. These simple pieces have a way of sticking with us over time. Attempting to write them can be …
As standardized tests evolve, so too do students’ and parents’ questions about them. For tests that have been around for a combined 114 years, the SAT and ACT still bring with them uncertainties about their importance and role in the …
So many students say the same thing: “I learned grammar in middle school then my teachers kind of forgot about it.” This is problematic because the ACT and SAT rely heavily on what the ACT calls “usage and mechanics.” Both …
Professional sports today sometimes seem more about analytics than about the actual game. In baseball, for instance, computers spit out information on where and how to defend hitters, and stats like OPS (on base + slugging), OBP (on base percentage), …
The science of it: It’s no secret that physical exercise can keep you healthy. However, we often overlook the benefits that it can have for our brains. A slew of research has connected exercise to improved mental function. For instance, …
“I hate math.” This is a sentiment we hear from many students and it is certainly nothing new. In fact, Disorder of Mathematical Expression has been a recognized developmental disorder since 1937. So while we know there are plenty of …