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How to Find the Best Community College for Your Unique Hearing Needs

Community College Review

If you have specific hearing needs, finding a supportive community college campus is critical. Learn about what to look for in a community college and what programs across the nation are providing innovative resources to those with hearing impairments.

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Tax Filing: What You Should Know About Education Tax Credits

NACAC's Admitted

iStock Two years after the world learned to use “quarantine,” “pivot,” “Zoom meetings,” and other words associated with adapting to the pandemic, some important terms that many students, families, and educators may not know much about — but have been around for a long time — are “tax credits” and, more specifically, “education tax credits.” Typically, words such as “taxes” and “IRS” are avoided unless speaking directly to a tax professional, but bringing awareness of the terms is crucial to help

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Why Cleaning Relieves Stress & Anxiety

Mellowed

Stress and anxiety are a natural part of life. There’s often so much going on and a lot of responsibilities, so it’s natural to feel overwhelmed sometimes. We all manage our stress and anxiety in different ways. Some people might go for a walk or a jog, others might talk to a loved one, and some […]. The post Why Cleaning Relieves Stress & Anxiety appeared first on Mellowed.

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Waitlists

Counselors' Corner

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D. A letter indicating you’ve been waitlisted usually comes all by itself. The letter indicates the college is still considering your application, but must hear from the admitted students before they may—again, that’s may—offer you admission. This is tricky for two reasons. First, it’s tough to wait longer; you were ready to hear yes or no, and instead, you got “give us a little more time”.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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California Community Colleges Release New Scorecard System

Community College Review

We examine the new scorecard system developed by community colleges in California, which provide data on student performance in community college and after. How do California schools stack up?

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Tax Filing: What You Should Know About Education Tax Credits

NACAC's Admitted

iStock. Two years after the world learned to use “quarantine,” “pivot,” “Zoom meetings,” and other words associated with adapting to the pandemic, some important terms that many students, families, and educators may not know much about — but have been around for a long time — are “tax credits” and, more specifically, “education tax credits.” Typically, words such as “taxes” and “IRS” are avoided unless speaking directly to a tax professional, but bringing awareness of the terms is crucial to hel

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Mental Health Accreditation for Stronger Schools

Thrive Alliance Group

The path to a healthy school climate & culture: mental health accreditation. Over the past couple of years, mental wellness support in schools has expanded exponentially. What was once a perk only found in forward-thinking schools is becoming mainstream, and is now recommended by the American Psychological Association and expected by the U.S. DOE.

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Why Do 60% of Community College Students Need Remedial Coursework?

Community College Review

With a large percentage of community college students needing remedial coursework, educators and policymakers are questioning the causes and solutions to this problem. Gather insight into the issue and how students can better prepare for community college coursework.

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The value of partnership to alleviate pain points in support services

Blackboard Blog

The past few years have seen a complete shift in not only the delivery of higher education courses, but also student services. This has been notably hard for students, as well as faculty and staff members. Looking at recent job market metrics, employees are leaving in higher numbers and departments can’t keep staff in many areas, especially entry-level positions.

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How to Deal With Stressful Situations in Your Life

Mellowed

Life is full of stressful situations. You may face minor stressors like the wrong take-out order at a restaurant. You may also have to deal with major stressors like struggling with your mental health. Knowing how to approach any type of stressful situation can help you maintain some control and reduce your level of stress […]. The post How to Deal With Stressful Situations in Your Life appeared first on Mellowed.

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Is Stress & Anxiety Making You Poop?

Mellowed

‘Nervous poos’ or ‘anxiety poops’ are more common than you might think. If you find you’re pooping more when you’re stressed or anxious, don’t worry you aren’t alone! You might find yourself running to the toilet before a big presentation, an interview, or before an important day at school. If you struggle with anxiety, you might […]. The post Is Stress & Anxiety Making You Poop?

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How to Stop Living in the Past & Embrace The Present

Mellowed

Do you often find yourself dwelling on past mistakes? Or regularly think about negative past experiences, feeling all those emotions that you did at the time? You might be living in the past, so to speak. Many people find it hard to let go of the past and find themselves holding onto situations, people, or mistakes. […]. The post How to Stop Living in the Past & Embrace The Present appeared first on Mellowed.

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How to Say No Without Hurting Someone’s Feelings

Mellowed

In today’s hectic society, it's important to know your limits. Between work, education, friends, family, and partners, you may feel that you are being pulled in all directions. If you say yes to everything everyone asks of you, you may start to feel overwhelmed, overworked, and overtired. This is why learning how to say no is […]. The post How to Say No Without Hurting Someone’s Feelings appeared first on Mellowed.

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How to Let Go of Grudges (And Why You Should)

Mellowed

If a person has ever wronged you, you know that it can be challenging to let go of your anger towards them. When someone hurts you, it feels natural to close yourself off to that person and hold on to resentment. Holding a grudge is a self-protective measure that keeps you safe from future hurt […]. The post How to Let Go of Grudges (And Why You Should) appeared first on Mellowed.

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How to Relax Before a Date

Mellowed

Going on a first date can be a nerve-wracking experience. You may have butterflies because you met the person of your dreams and you are just about to see them again. You might also experience nervousness due to natural introversion or social anxiety. Whatever your reason for feeling anxious before a date, there are ways that […]. The post How to Relax Before a Date appeared first on Mellowed.

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California Community College Students Protest Fee Hikes with Ramen Symbolism

Community College Review

Amidst proposed fee hikes, community college students march to state buildings, toting not only signs, but pallets of Ramen too.

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How Community Colleges Fundraise to Improve Campuses

Community College Review

Learn about how fund raising efforts are boosting community college campus environments.

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Careers: In Science and Engineering

Community College Review

Learn how community college can be a great start for becoming a scientist or engineer.

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Community Colleges: Cosmetology Programs

Community College Review

Learn about cosmetology programs in community colleges.

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Aerospace Funding Coming to Community Colleges in Washington

Community College Review