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Welcome to the Course Hero Blog!
Here you'll find our musings on the state of higher ed, where technology fits in and how we're hoping to change the future of education. We'll also post site updates, study tips and tricks and, well, things we just find interesting and want to share. This is our blog, and we hope you enjoy it!-
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Category Archives: College
Create a Discussion Group That Will ACTUALLY Help You Learn
Discussing the topics you’re learning about can be one of the best ways to cement the information in your mind. But it can be tough to get a good group together and to keep it running throughout the length of … Continue reading
Posted in Collaborative Learning, College, Food for Thought, Study Tips
Tagged College, course hero, discussion groups, exams, higher ed, Study tips
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Applying to College? How to Pick the Right School for You
College is an exciting adventure, but before embarking on that journey, it’s important to make sure you choose the right college. Deciding where to apply or even selecting the final institution after being admitted can be a stressful endeavor. However, it … Continue reading
Posted in Admissions, Campus Life, College, Food for Thought, Incoming Freshman, Tips
Tagged admission, application, College, college life, course hero, higher ed, university
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So you’re going to have a roommate…
Living on campus often means sharing a very small space with a total stranger. What do you do when you find yourself confined to a room with someone you don’t know? The answer isn’t “run home as fast as you … Continue reading
Posted in Campus Life, College, Student Housing, Tips
Tagged campus, college life, course hero, dorm life, higher ed, roommate, student life, tips
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Making the Most of Your Online Class Experience
While there are many advantages to taking courses online, we’ve found that most students who take virtual courses are likely to report that the classes are more difficult than traditional in-person courses. You’ve probably seen lists that many universities provide about being … Continue reading
Join the Club
For most of us, the primary goal of college is to get a good job afterwards. We spend four (or five…or six) years working as hard as we can for our undergrad degree, then fly out of the door and … Continue reading
Posted in College, Extra Curricular Activities, Jobs, Tips
Tagged campus life, Career, clubs, College, course hero, extracurricular activities, higher ed, Jobs, student life, tips
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The Classroom Has Married the MOOC
The idea of online education is commonplace today, while the term was laughable to most people only a few years ago. MOOCs have taken the world by storm – massive open online courses, which provide full courses and instruction on … Continue reading
Posted in College, Distance Learning, Edtech, MOOC, Online Courses, Open Courseware
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Tips for Writing Better Essays
It seems like every time you turn around, a professor assigns you yet another essay. It can seem monotonous at times, and if you’re not the strongest writer, it can be harmful to your grades. However, with these key tips, … Continue reading
Posted in College, Exams, Tips, Writing
Tagged College, course hero, courseware, essays, exams, finals, Study tips, writing
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Deciding on a Major
While you can major in general studies or just take a few intro level courses before immediately deciding on a major, waiting too long to focus your studies can make meeting requirements stressful. To avoid scrambling to complete classes your … Continue reading
Posted in College, Major, Tips
Tagged College, course hero, courseware, higher education, major, study, Study tips, tips, university
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How Emerging Technology Is Transforming Higher Education
From smartboards to immersive virtual environments like Second Life, higher education is fertile ground for new learning technologies. These technologies will have a lasting impact on the way students learn, the way teachers teach, and everything in between. They are designed to make use of the … Continue reading
How to Transfer to Another College
Transferring to another college is something that few students consider when they begin their college careers, but nearly a third of them will end up transferring at some point. When You Should Consider Transferring to Another College There is no precise … Continue reading
Posted in Admissions, College, Tips
Tagged admissions, College, freshman, higher ed, higher education, sophomore, tips, transfer, university
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