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We all know that in order to be productive, you need to eliminate distractions, keep your head down, and power through until the project is done… right? Well, not really. While many people assume that more breaks equal less productivity, research has actually shown the opposite may be true. It won’t come as a shock
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Learning self-control is one of the most important parts of growing up, right? We’re always trying to teach our kids how important it is not to let their feelings get the best of them. A lot of the time, though, when we try to reinforce self-control, we’re actually missing an opportunity to teach something much
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Absences happen to the best of students. People get sick, must travel with their families, or have important events that they must attend. Missing school is something that must be avoided, but when it inevitably happens, it is important that students make sure they do everything they can to recover well. Being absent from school
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Students learn many types of skills in school. From algebra to history, school is a constant onslaught of information and its application, but much of the information that students learn in school will not be applied much in everyday life beyond their time in the classroom. The most important things that a student learns while
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Technology has taken over the classroom in recent years. Many schools use tablets or laptops in the classroom to help foster technological skills and increase engagement in the classroom. However, tech in the classroom has a host of problems, including increased distractibility and more instances of cheating. Below, is a pros and cons list of
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Imagine driving a $200,000 sports car on a street littered with potholes and broken glass. Any machine being operated in the wrong environment will struggle to perform. Similarly, brilliant students who study in subpar environments will not perform at their potential. Every successful student needs an awesome place to study. The phenomenon of home-field advantage
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Students today have hundreds of educational tools at their disposal. Although technology can be distracting in the classroom for some, the apps listed below are some of our recommendations to help students stay on top of their academics. Quizlet- Quizlet is an all-inclusive app that allows students to download and use flashcard sets that other
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First impressions are crucial. They take only seconds to form and a lifetime to repair. With this in mind, it is a valuable life skill to control and improve the impressions that one leaves on others. Well-honed impression management skills can help students leave lasting impressions on teachers, parents, peers, and anyone else they meet.
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