In the last 70 years, the number of institutions of higher education in the US grew from 322 junior colleges in 1949 to around 4,300 colleges and universities in 2018, according to US News. With these many schools, it can be overwhelming to choose one over another, especially considering the amount of time, energy, and …
When we talk, we’d like to think that the person who we are talking to understand what we mean. That isn’t always the case and you know it. That’s why we take great pains in changing our intonation. And yet, as much as we want to pretend that we understanding all the nuances of communication, …
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Many high school students have certainly asked themselves this question at some point in their lives: “What subjects in school are the most useful in real life?” You’ve probably wondered as well while solving complex mathematical equations and memorizing the periodic table of elements. Professor David Perkins of Harvard Graduate School of Education says that …
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Do you find yourself having two distinct never-ending to-do lists – one for work and the home? While typing up your weekly report in the office cubicle, are you also thinking about how the household chores will be delegated and accomplished? Does your family depend on you to be on top of childcare, planning the …
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In a 2017 research, it was discovered that students were more creative in activities outside school. One potential reason for this so-called creativity gap is the structure and restrictions in schools. To beat this gap, teachers are encouraged to create a more laid-back learning environment where students are inspired to express themselves, think outside of …
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How teaching is being done right now is very much different from how things were done by our ancestors. In the past, all it took is some open space and some trees for shade and, voila, you already have a classroom where you can share your knowledge and understanding of life. Today, it takes a …
The world of social media is confusing and overwhelming. Every week, there’s a new metric that you need to track. Every day, Google comes up with a change in the algorithm that can alter the way your website will rank on search engines. What should you be tracking on your social media strategy? What metrics are …
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Whether you’re looking into weight loss or managing an illness, nutritional therapy is something worth exploring. Medical nutrition therapy can offer a lot of benefits for anyone who is looking to become healthier. Weight Loss Either for health or fitness reasons, weight loss has become somewhat of a trend in recent times. According to research …
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Have you ever wondered why the words “gift” and “present” are so different yet mean the same thing? Sure, they’re sometimes used in different contexts (people say “the gift of life” but never “the present of life” and a present (object) shouldn’t be confused with the present (time)), but generally, both mean the same thing: …
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Each country has its own culture of showing patriotism. Many countries that were previously colonised but gained their independence centuries ago still continue to celebrate their day of independence. In countries like South Korea and China, citizens opt for traditional attires over western-style clothing for formal events. And in some countries, citizens prefer to speak …
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