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Making It Harder to Fail in School

Making It Harder to Fail in School

School districts across the country, like those in Fairfax County, Virginia, and Prince George County, Maryland, are taking a second look at grades and opting for “zero policies” for middle and high school students. The result: It’s impossible for children to get grades below 50%, even in the face of …

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Reading The Greens Like a Pro

Reading The Greens Like a Pro

Have you ever had to face the situation where you hit a ball you thought was going to roll in only to see it move way to the right? Chances are you misunderstood the green if this happened. Experience, good judgment and skill are required to read the greens correctly; …

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Discipline, Be Proactive!

Discipline, Be Proactive!

As the saying goes: prevention is better than cure? Boy, if we all lived by that belief, I bet a lot of the life frustrations we face would go away! For example, if we hadn’t eaten fast food in the last four days, our scale wouldn’t show a new, astronomical …

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Learning Alternatives: Which One’s for You?

Learning Alternatives: Which One’s for You?

introduction “Good morning students,” greeted Ms. Crabapple, standing front and center of the tidy classroom. A crowd of more than 30 students replied, “Good morning, M’s Crabapple.” She continued, “First, we’re conducting roll call.” They then proceeded to call each student and tick off when they replied, “present.” Next was …

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Back to School – Pros and Cons for Mature Students

Back to School – Pros and Cons for Mature Students

With the increasing need for skills in the workplace, more and more people in their 30’s, 40’s and beyond are returning to college or entering university. In fact, in the UK around 20% of new graduates are over 25 years old. And in the US it’s even higher, with about …

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The Pros And Cons Of Studying In A Foreign Country

The Pros And Cons Of Studying In A Foreign Country

Many people dream of studying abroad. Whether they are still studying or currently working, many people would immediately jump at the chance to study in another country if the opportunity presented itself. The thought of studying abroad can be really exciting. And students can really reap many benefits when they …

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