What Are the Chances My Child Will Be Accepted?

Let’s crunch the numbers. Some of the most popular schools in the country are in the chart below. For each school, there is a substantial number of applicants. However, universities accept just a fraction of that. Test scores are a significant factor, of course, but most recruiters also consider a student’s history and personality. Has… Continue reading

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How the Unorganized Become Organized

The first obstacle you face when your student does not have innate organizational skills is thatĀ helping your student become organized willĀ take some time. The second is that finding a method that works may involveĀ aĀ lot of trial and error. DevelopingĀ organizationalĀ skills takes time, effort, and cooperation to become habits. The goal is to develop skills that yourĀ student… Continue reading

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Study Tips for Visual Learners

Who are the visual learners? Visual learners learn best through seeing. They tend to remember what they read or see more thanĀ what theyā€™ve heard.   Note: While the ideas below are geared towards the strengths of visual learners, effective noteĀ organization and understanding how to use diagrams to oneā€™s advantage are great study skills for allĀ learners.… Continue reading

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The Trap of “Smart”

  Can the words we use toĀ praise our students sap the motivation to learn? Why is it that some students seem to excel at school right away, then burn out, while other students start slow, but finish first?   Good Intentions That Trigger the Trap   Emma and Noah wait for their teacher to returnĀ their… Continue reading

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Study Tips for Auditory Learners

Who are Auditory Learners? Auditory learners learn best through hearing information. They tend to remember things that have beenĀ said to them better than information presented in charts, diagrams, and in print. Note: While the ideas below are geared towards the strengths of auditory learners, this information canĀ be beneficial for all learners.   Study Strategies for… Continue reading

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