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What I learned from the different learning styles

Close the Gap Foundation

When I was a kid, I was exposed to different types of learning styles through school. I vaguely remember my teachers explaining each learning style and how each individual’s learning process is unique. I did not pay much attention to what was being said until much later in life. It wasn't until my high school and early college years that recognized the importance of understanding my own learning style.

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Crime Scene Investigation Program at FNU

FNU Academic Advising Blog

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to pursue a career in the intriguing world of crime scene investigation? Florida National University offers a program that introduces students to the fundamentals of this rewarding profession.

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School Avoidance: Early Warning Signs to Look For

Thrive Alliance Group

“Why do I need to go back to school? I did better in remote learning anyway. Can I just stay home one more day? I promise I will go tomorrow. I really do not feel well, I cannot go to school today. ” When we return to full-time classroom learning in the new school year, these questions and statements are coming from students with school avoidance (also known as school refusal behavior ).

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Should an Islam Class be Taught by an Islamophobe?

Community College Review

A proposed Islam course at Lane Community College is gaining national controversy as the suppossed anti-Islamic background of the instructor is revealed. Learn more about the sparking debate and the future of the course.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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Why More Students are Choosing Community Colleges over Traditional Four-Year Schools

Community College Review