Tag: academic success
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Get a Head Start on College: Dual Enrollment Programs for High School Students are on the Rise
Dual enrollment programs for high school students in college courses are becoming increasingly popular across the United States. These programs allow students to earn college credits while still in high school, giving them a head start on their higher education and potentially saving them time and money later on. What is dual enrollment? Dual enrollment…
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Why Social-Emotional Learning is a Must-Have for Students’ Academic and Mental Health Success
Social-emotional learning (SEL) has become a hot topic in education circles over the past few years. The concept refers to teaching students how to manage their emotions, build strong relationships with others, and make responsible decisions. While some educators are skeptical about the value of SEL, research shows that it can have a significant impact…
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The Benefits and Challenges of Mixed-Age Classrooms in Alternative Education
Mixed-Age Classrooms: A Look at Alternative Schooling and Education In traditional schools, students are grouped by age and placed in classes with their peers. However, in recent years, there has been a growing trend towards mixed-age classrooms in alternative schooling and education settings. Mixed-age classrooms have been shown to offer numerous benefits for both students…
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Early College: A Game-Changer in Alternative Education
Early College and Student Engagement: A Game-Changer in Alternative Education Alternative education has gained popularity over the years, offering students a variety of unconventional learning opportunities. Early college is one such option that has been gaining traction for its ability to engage high school students in higher education experiences while earning college credits. Early college…
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Master Complex Subjects with the Feynman Technique: A Simple Guide to Effective Learning
Learning complex subjects can be quite intimidating and overwhelming, especially when you don’t know where to begin. Fortunately, the Feynman technique is an effective learning strategy that can help you overcome this problem. The Feynman technique was named after Richard Feynman, a Nobel Prize-winning physicist who believed that if he couldn’t explain a concept in…
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The Power of Mentorship in Alternative Education: Guiding Students to Success
Mentorship has been a time-honored tradition throughout history, with older and wiser individuals guiding younger ones through their journey in life. In today’s alternative schooling and education systems, mentorship plays an important role in helping students achieve their goals and reach their full potential. Finding a mentor can be accomplished through various means, including personal…
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