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Best Jobs for College Students?
10:00PM Tamar Weinberg | Since students are super-busy writing papers, studying, and surviving finals, the GoCollege Weblog says that you shouldn’t have to venture far off campus to get a good job. In fact, one of the most in-demand positions is a campus network technician. Many colleges also offer a “residential network” program, also known as ResNet, where students can get help from fellow students on computer network troubleshooting issues (wired or wireless) at any time of the day. All you need is to make an appointment. Benefits include working face to face with college students and being able to maintain a real flexible schedule. What other jobs do feel are ideal for college students? Share your past positions or best tips in the comments. The Best Jobs for College Students [GoCollege] More »
How to Cram for Exams
8:00AM Tamar Weinberg | If you’ve been hard at work in school and haven’t had the time to study for an exam, then perhaps you should set aside time the night before to cram for the exam. Depending on what type of learner you are, you may feel comfortable cramming by rereading your course notes, reviewing summaries in college textbooks, recording critical information into a tape recorder (or computer), or applying memorization techniques. Quiz yourself to review the information you’ve retained. Sure, it might be better to space out your studying over a few days, but if that option fails, cramming might be your only option—and these suggestions should get you on your way. What are your best cramming techniques? Let’s hear them in the comments. How to Cram for a College Exam [DegreeDirectory] More »
Hone Your Craft with Free Online Writing Courses
12:00AM Kevin Purdy | Web learning site Education Portal points to 10 universities (and semi-universities) that offer free online writing courses. Covering everything from fiction and screenwriting to technical documentation, the offerings range from course notes and texts to full lecture videos. For anyone looking to get started in the field or just explore their creative side, it’s a helpful list of resources to keep in mind. For more higher learning at very low prices, check out Wendy’s trip through the .EDU underground and ten universities with free online courses. 10 Universities Offering Free Writing Courses Online [Education Portal via Red Ferret Journal] More »
Print Public Domain Books Cheaply
2:00AM Kevin Purdy | Ever feel supremely stiffed after paying good money for a textbook or paperback copy of a book that’s been in the public domain for decades? The Public Domain Books Reprints Service acts as a go-between for sites like Project Gutenberg, Google Books’ public works, and other copyright-free sites and self-publishing service Lulu.com, which charges fairly decent prices to print nice-looking tomes. It’s not free, but it could save you a bit of cash on textbooks, or help you find a paper copy of any obscure works you’re looking for. Public Domain Books Reprints Service [via The Red Ferret Journal] More »
Ten Universities with Free Online Courses
1:30AM Kevin Purdy | The web has democratised a lot of things since its birth, including the learning previously available only with a hefty tuition cheque. College site Education Portal has a handy list of the colleges that offer the most comprehensive course material online, including open-course trailblazers like the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Tufts University, and programs like Stanford’s lecture podcasts on iTunes U. You can’t get a sheepskin for free, but you can further your knowledge and training for less than even the cost of a book. For way more college-based free learning, check out Wendy’s comprehensive guide to the .edu underground. Universities With the Best Free Online Courses [via Wyome Blog's del.icio.us] More »
Your Best Study Tips?
5:00AM Tamar Weinberg | For many of you, finals are right around the corner. If you’re starting to prepare, the College Scholarships blog has six considerations to account for when you’re getting your learn on. Avoid caffeine and other stimulant drugs, especially if you’ve exceeded the normal usage amounts as you wouldn’t want to crash during the exam and end up performing poorly. Choose your study area carefully: is a setting with music better or worse for you? Make sure your study setting accommodates your wants and needs. Don’t stress and be positive. Remember, your exams will all be over soon. Prioritise and put your most important classes first on your list. Manage your time efficiently. Study alone or with your classmates, but avoid hanging with your crush. It’s a distraction you’ll want to avoid. If you have additional study tips, feel free to share them in the comments. 6 Things to Remember when Cramming for Finals [College Scholarships] More »Why You Don’t Have to Get Straight A’s in College
3:13AM Gina Trapani | College grad Jon Morrow busted his butt to get straight A’s in college, but his 3.92 GPA didn’t do much for him in the “real world.” Now he regrets spending all that time worrying and working on his grades. I was told that having a high GPA would open all kinds of doors for me. But you know what? I interviewed with lots of companies, received a total of 14 job offers after graduation, and none of them asked about it. They were much more impressed with stuff like serving as Chief of Staff for the student government and starting a radio station run by 200 volunteers. Of course, a high GPA is important to students going onto grad, law, or medical school, but for the rest of us, it looks like being a well-rounded student will do more for you in the long run than being a straight-A student. Twentysomething: Why I regret getting straight A’s in college [Brazen Careerist] More »
Organise Your Class Schedule with CollegeRuled
3:00AM Tamar Weinberg | Easily build your upcoming spring semester student schedules—complete with courses, lab work, and extra-curricular activities—with webapp CollegeRuled. The site requires an .edu address to register, but once you’re in you can input data pertaining to coursework and activities with ease. The site also has a built-in “Assignment Pad” and discussion boards that are designed for students to collaborate with each other. Despite a few bugs I encountered when entering my courses, the application runs well and looks pretty good. CollegeRuled More »
Shed Your Extra College Pounds?
3:30AM Tamar Weinberg | If you’re like most college students, you’ve either heard of or encountered the dreaded Freshman 15: the excess weight you pile on once you get to school. The GoCollege weblog hints at ways to avoid—and to fight—that weight gain. Some tips include steering clear of munchies when you’re stressed out, eating slowly, opting in for low fat options where applicable, and walking away from the vending machine. Most of the suggestions are obvious enough, but since a lot of us have been there, why don’t you share how you battled your Freshman 15 in the comments. How to Beat the Freshman 15 [GoCollege] More »
