Forget about breaking the bank—the internet is a massive, untapped resource for learning compliments of Ivy League schools and other academic institutions. In fact, USA Today recently reported that “massive open online courses — MOOCs, for short — is a new way of teaching and learning that has taken higher education by storm in recent months. We have collected a list of videos that showcase the best. Here’s a list of 15 free, online open courses and lectures that are completely free and extremely informative: Continue reading
Monthly Archives: November 2012
Duly Noted: Practical Note Taking Tips From The Pros
Why is proper note taking important? According to Utah State University, information recorded in lecture notes has a 34 percent chance of being recalled later, whereas information not contained in notes is only recalled at a 5 percent rate. To improve note taking proficiency, try some or all of the following tips. Continue reading