Classroom Activities

Many college students feel stressed and overwhelmed when a test or exam is approaching. By studying for tests in a smarter way, you will save time and be prepared to ace your exams . In addition to the reading and note-taking tips you’ve read about, you can take advantage of specific tips to enhance your exam preparation. Explore common study methods Image-word association  – Some people memorize best when they can visualize a word or concept in their head. Students who use this method associate an unknown term or concept with something they already know. Relating an unfamiliar term to a familiar image can help you to remember it more easily. Acronyms and mnemonic devices  – An acronym is a combination of letters that can be used to help you memorize a term or concept. You can combine the first letter of each word of a compound term or idea to spell a word that is easy to recall. Acronyms are just one tool that students use to remember course material. In order to r...

What is a study plan? A study plan is an organized schedule that students create that outlines study times and learning goals. Just like with work or school schedules, college students should develop a study schedule where they can block off days and times in their calendar dedicated to studying. If you are an online student, a study plan is even more important in your success in college, since you need to have self-discipline and determination to complete your studies without the constant reminders of an instructor. Why do I need a study plan? Every student will develop a different study plan; there is no correct study plan for everyone. When creating your personalized study plan, you will need to do some self-evaluation of your current schedule and time management. Remember, each student studies differently, so the amount of time you need to study will differ from the time your classmates devote to studying. Some students find that studying nightly for thirty minutes is mo...

An ebook is a book in electronic format. It is downloaded to a computer, PC, Mac, laptop, tablet, smartphone or any other kind of reading device, and is read on the screen. Ebooks offer many benefits and advantages: What are the benefits and advantages of ebooks? 1. Ebooks are delivered almost instantaneously. You can purchase, download and start reading them within minutes, without leaving your chair. You don't have to go to a bookstore to buy them, neither wait for them for days, weeks and sometimes more to arrive in the mail. 2. No trees are required to manufacture paper for the pages of ebooks. 3. When you need certain information, you can get it immediately, by downloading an ebook . 4. Many ebooks are sold nowadays with bonuses, which you usually do not get with a printed book. This adds value to your purchase. 5. Ebooks take up less space. You practically don't need any space to store them. You don't need a library or a room for them. You can store hun...

1. Establish one clear idea. Conventional wisdom of the past used to be about putting as much information and content into a presentation as possible. It was all about trying as hard as you could to come across as an authoritative figure who truly was a master of the subject. That barely works in higher education. Consider that you aren’t trying to teach someone everything you know in a short window, but rather making an impression for long-term retention. Focus on one idea with supporting information in a quick period of time. 2. Start with a compelling hook. Considering an average suggested presentation length is only around ten minutes, you don’t have to waste time. One thing that won’t vary is the need to grab students right off of the bat and have them paying attention from the first few seconds. When the average attention spans have shrunk down to around eight seconds, you know that you need to jump right in with something captivating. Obviously your presentation need...

Start working towards your entry-level career early in the game. Try these five proactive tips to prepare for your career and prevent an educational disaster. 1. Don’t procrastinate One common misconception is that your professional experience starts after college. This incorrect student career advice can and will cost future opportunities. Start looking for opportunities before you graduate. Look for work related to your major. This provides an inside look at how the business functions. Accounting students may want to work as a receptionist at the local tax office. An alternative is, federally-supported and funded  work study program . This program matches students with semi-guaranteed jobs. Most of the job opportunities are located on-campus, and counsellors try to pick positions closest to your field of study. Just be prepared for the hours, Federal law prohibits colleges from assigning more than 30-hours per week. You may need to take a supplemental job to make up the ...

Keep Students Engaged & Active When students are interactingand engaged , they won't have to time to get bored. Choose students at random to answer questions, and make it understood that you value their input and ideas. Student interaction and sharing enhances instructional time and prepares students to function more effectively as a body of learners. We must recognize the importance of these dynamics and find ways to celebrate student intelligence. Allow for Creativity and Variety Allow students to pick their own genre—such as reports, poems, creative writing stories, plays, or songs—when assigning a topic . When students can pick their favourite form of writing, they'll stay intrinsically motivated. Create a Class Newspaper Inspire interest in current events by using a local paper as a model for reporting class events. Class projects in every subject area can be presented as news articles with headers, by lines, lead-ins, bodies, and summary paragraphs. Word ...