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Study Skills for High School: 10 Crucial Steps to Succeed

Hispanolistic / E+ / Getty Images When it comes to essential study skills for high school, what do you need to know to be successful? Here are the 10 most important skills, as outlined by tutor Matthew H.: High school can be overwhelming, but with the right study skills, you can thrive and succeed. Developing solid study skills for high school early on can make a significant difference in your academic performance and overall success—in high school, college, and beyond. In this blog pos

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Back-to-School-Organization Tips!

Daniel de la Hoz / Moment / Getty Images Summer is coming to an end - are you ready for a new academic year? If not, don't fret. Get organized for back to school with these tips from online tutor Natalie S... Back-to-school prep is upon us! The summer is drawing to a close, and it will soon be time to get ready to begin a new school year. We know it can be overwhelming when you start to think about the long list of things to do in order to prepare for school, so here are some back-to-school

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10 Study Habits That Actually Make a Difference

MILATAS / MILATAS / Getty Images If you’re like most students, you’ve probably been told more than once (or twice or thrice) that studying is the key to success in your classes.  And while that is definitely true, it isn't always easy to figure out which study habits will be the most effective for each individual.  To help make things easier, here are 10+ study habits that actually make a difference when it comes to acing your exams and getting good grades.  What are the 7 Type

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How to Add and Subtract on Excel: A Useful Skill for Work & Life

No doubt, the Microsoft Office suite is one of the best productivity software around. It contains so many important tools that we use every day. One particular member of this family that has stuck with us and become essential is Excel Software. This software has grown to be one of the most used software programs of the 21st Century, and it's hard to imagine a business world without it. Although Everyone knows about Excel Software, not everyone knows how to operate the software not to talk

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5 Tips for Ensuring Your Class Presentation is Unforgettable

Do you have a big class presentation or speech coming up? Learn how to make it memorable with these presentation tips from online tutor Carrie M...   You've been asked to give a presentation in front of your class. It's a daunting task, but don't worry!  No matter how great your ideas are, you won't get far if you can't present them effectively. Whether you're giving a TED talk, a business presentation, or simply pitching an idea to a friend, being able to present your ideas in a

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10 Best Study Tips When You're Stuck in a Rut

Do you ever feel like your brain is in a rut? It’s happened to all of us — maybe there are a set of vocabulary words you just can’t seem to memorize or a new concept you can’t put into practice. Maybe you just don’t feel quite as sharp as you usually do. But one thing is certain — feeling frustrated and angry isn’t going to help you learn anything. In fact, it’s probably hindering you. Here are 10 best study tips to help boost your learning and get your brain out of its ru

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10 Best Online SAT Prep Services | TakeLessons Blog

Are you getting ready to apply for college and want to make sure you have the best SAT score possible? If you’re a high school student looking to maximize your SAT score, the good news is that there are plenty of online SAT prep services out there to help you prepare. What is the SAT? The SAT is a critical part of the application process for many aspiring college grads. Many colleges and universities use this high-stakes test to determine whether or not to admit a prospective student. Th

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Secrets to Success in High School: Tips for Students & Parents

The title of this article is kind of a misnomer. The bad news is there is no one secret to success in high school. At least not all the time. You can probably verify that with almost anyone who ever went to high school. The good news is there are some things that you can do to smooth out the whole high school experience, no matter what form(s) it takes during the current and post-COVID era. We can break it out into two distinct sections: things the student can do, and things a parent/guardian ca

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What's the Best JavaScript Book? Recommendations from an Expert

Do you want to learn JavaScript but don't know where to start? Or are you tired of those long boring videos and looking for the best JavaScript books to guide your learning? This post is the bus stop where you will find the bus loaded with the answers to all your questions. JavaScript is a great programming language to learn because it is used everywhere. Although originally developed for Netscape – one of the earliest Internet browsers to make it smart, most web browsers like Google Chrome

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How to Get a Better High School GPA

First Of All... Welcome to High School! Elementary school was interesting and fun, middle school was largely a time of change, and now it’s time for high school. During high school, you and your peers from earlier grades begin to go your separate ways. It’s a time of educational advancement that will prepare you for your future.  Your High School GPA: What is it, Anyway? First, it's important to learn what the GPA is. In a nutshell, it tells your grade point average. If your high school

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