SAT Scores Plummet
Thursday August 31, 2006
Okay, this is getting awkward.
For years, the SAT test has been under fire with
questions about its fairness. The College Board denies all claims that the test is unfair ... Read More
The Computer Ate My Homework!
Tuesday August 29, 2006
It's a feeling every writer knows and dreads.
Have you ever worked on a paper for hours (or days), only to see your hard work disappear before your eyes? Or, have ... Read More
Controversial Study Suggests Gender Matters in Teachers
Monday August 28, 2006
A recent study suggests that you may not learn as much as some other students in your classroom if your teacher’s gender is different from your own.
This controversial report suggests ... Read More
Making the Most of Learning Styles
Thursday August 24, 2006
In health news this week, CNN presents an overview of learning styles and explains why it is so important for students to understand their own styles. Every student is different, ... Read More
Lighten Up Your Backpack
Tuesday August 22, 2006
Is your backpack a pain? Studies show that more than half of all school children suffer from pain associated with heavy backpacks. If you have a flash drive or an ... Read More
Start a Podcast Club
Saturday August 19, 2006
Are you frustrated because your school doesn't provide extracurricular activities that you enjoy? Maybe you can start your own! A podcast club is just like the book clubs of your ... Read More
Is Your Textbook Outdated Already?
Wednesday August 16, 2006
It's a little weird to think about it, but much of the information you read in your science book this year will be outdated by the time you reach a ... Read More
Fear of Success
Monday August 14, 2006
Is It Holding You Back?
Psychologists say that many people don't live up to their true potential because they have a fear of success. Sounds a little crazy, doesn't it? Who ... Read More
Back to School Basics
Friday August 11, 2006
Whether you're starting high school as a freshman and you're looking for writing tips, or you're an experienced student looking for a way to boost your writing scores to prepare ... Read More
When to Cite a Source
Thursday August 10, 2006
How many times have you heard a teacher say "Be sure to cite your sources when necessary."
The problem is that we don't always know when it's necessary to use a ... Read More
How to Create a Successful Study Group
Tuesday August 8, 2006
That Won't Fizzle Out Over Time
There is an old saying that states there is strength in numbers, and this maxim certainly holds true for study groups. When you study with ... Read More
Finding the Right Computer
Thursday August 3, 2006
Are you planning to ask your parents for a new computer to help you with your school needs? If so, you may want to read some helpful tips for buying ... Read More
Microsoft Student 2007
Tuesday August 1, 2006
Product Review
One homework issue that always comes up is that parents aren't able to help students with math problems because they've forgotten so much from their own school days. This ... Read More

