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How to
Write a Report
When you’re assigned to write a report, it can seem like an intimidating process. Fortunately, if you pay close attention to the report prompt, choose a subject you like, and give yourself plenty of time to research yo...
How to
Create a Study Schedule
Studying is an essential part of academic success. However, it’s sometimes difficult to find the time to study for every subject we need to study for. One way to ensure studying success is to create a solid study sched...
How to
Write a Position Paper
Just like an argument paper, a position paper supports one side of an issue, similar to in a debate. Your goal will be to provide convincing evidence to the reader that your position is the correct stance to take on an i...
How to
Pass an Exam Without Studying
If you have an upcoming exam that you have not studied for, then you might be seriously concerned about passing it. While studying well in advance of an exam is the best strategy for success, you may still be able to pas...
How to
Make a Timeline
A timeline provides a visual representation of events that helps you better understand history, a story, a process or any other form of an event sequence. You can make a timeline to fit a variety of subjects, so they’r...
How to
Write an Outline
An outline is a great way to organize ideas and information for a speech, an essay, a novel, or a study guide based on your class notes. At first, writing an outline might seem complicated, but learning how to do it will...
How to
Help Slow Learners
A slow learner is a child who learns at a pace a little behind others of their age and grade level. Slow learners are not always learning disabled, and may have ordinary lives outside of the classroom. However, academic ...
How to
Understand What You Read
Do you get to the bottom of a page and realize you've been daydreaming? It happens to everybody at some point or another: you've got too little time or too little interest to spend another minute with Homer or Shakespear...
How to
Study for Long Hours
Do you have trouble staying focused when you study? If you want to study longer without getting bored, set yourself up for success by working in a distraction-free spot. Take quick breaks to stay fresh, switch between su...
How to
Write a DBQ Essay
In the past, Document Based Questions (DBQ) were rarely found outside of AP history exams. However, they’re now used in social studies classes across grade levels, so you’re bound to take a DBQ test at some point. Go...
How to
Skip a Grade
If you find that your current grade level (in elementary through high school) is not providing you with much of an academic challenge, skipping a grade may be the solution. Although skipping a grade is not a common pract...
How to
Write a Speech Outline
A speech outline can increase your confidence and help you keep your place so you sound authoritative and in control. As you write your speech outline, focus on how you'll introduce yourself and your topic, the points yo...
How to
Write an Opinion Piece
Opinion articles are sometimes called "op-eds," and these articles allow readers of a newspaper to voice their thoughts and ideas on topics ranging from local happenings to international controversy. People often write o...
How to
Annotate an Article
Annotating a text means that you take notes in the margins and make other markings for reading comprehension. Many people use annotation as part of academic research or to further their understanding of a certain work. T...
How to
Memorise the Locations of Countries on a World Map
Memorizing the locations of countries on a world map can be a daunting task, but there are many ways to make the process easier. Make sure you use an up-to-date map, and review it continent by continent to make studying ...
How to
Develop a Curriculum
A curriculum often consists of a guide for educators to teach content and skills. Some curricula are general road maps, while others are quite detailed and give instructions for day to day learning. Developing a curricul...
How to
Stay Informed About Current Events
Informed citizens are smart citizens, and in order to be an informed citizen, you need to stay up to date on news and politics. Doing so will allow you to make wiser financial decisions and become more civically engaged....
How to Cite the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in APA, MLA, & Chicago
Learn how to include the UDHR in formal citationsWhen it comes to making a citation, you may find yourself a bit confused. The main point of any citation is to help direct your reader to your source, preferably in proper...
How to
Answer Discussion Questions
Discussion questions are a great way to explore and apply concepts with critical thinking. Despite many different wordings, the questions are specifically phrased to let you know exactly how to answer them. By breaking t...
How to
Study for a Spelling Bee
Spelling bees have a long history of fostering healthy competition and academic excellence. If you have ever dreamed of competing in a spelling bee, watched one on television, or simply wanted to become better at spellin...