Journals have become a popular format in recent years for courses that require some writing. In-class journal entries can spark discussions and reveal gaps in students' understanding of the material.

The students’ assignment: Write an op-ed about lead poisoning in Lewiston-Auburn. Or write a caption for a photo, or text about a campus tree. Write about how strange quantum theory is, or write a ...

Effective course design begins with understanding the process of thinking and learning. These processes are commonly termed "metacognition." Metacognition includes a critical awareness of one’s ...

University life in the UK sounds exciting in books. The beginning of a new journey, new people, big dreams, and even bigger goals. But once the semester actually starts, reality hits differently.

You have /5 articles left. Sign up for a free account or log in. How many weeks does it take to get over a bad semester? Is it like the end of a bad relationship? Too ...