Loss of foundational skills, gap in reading and math grade level, the impact of the virtual learning environment are three main reasons for the drop in math scores among primary school students in America.
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Minecraft is the perfect game to introduce your child to concepts in game design and coding by the use of block-based coding.
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It's no secret that parents are always looking for the best opportunities to give their children a competitive edge. But sometimes, despite our best efforts, our kids need a little extra help to reach their academic goals. This is where private tutoring comes in. Private, one-on-one, personalized tutoring from Magellan Tutoring can help boost your child's grades and self-confidence.
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In-home tutoring and virtual private tutoring are both popular choices, but which one is right for your family? Here's a look at the pros and cons of each type of tutoring to help you make a decision.
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Owen was one of Magellan’s very first students. In 2012, he was barely passing Algebra. Read about how he got back on track with the help of his tutors. He's now on his way to start a successful career in Civil Engineering.
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Sometimes obtaining your degree from college is not the end of your educational journey. From experience I found that after entering the workforce, the idea of returning to school to obtain your master’s degree seemed a little overwhelming. I debated on returning for many years before actually applying, but I never regret the decision to go back to school. I found being a student is comparable to riding a bike; you never really forget how to attend classes, study, take exams, or write papers.
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“If you can’t get into a fancy college, what should you do? Transfer. In most cases, it’s a whole lot easier to get into a good school as a junior, where dropouts have left empty slots, rather than as a freshman, where you’re up against everybody. Get into a second or even third tier university... and then work your ass off: a great GPA, honors programs, awards, service clubs, etc. This is also a much cheaper route as well.”
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“How do I get into medical school?” —After being accepted into University of Maryland Baltimore’s medical program (UMB), this is the question I am most commonly asked. Before I tell you my story, let me issue a disclaimer: there is not an exact formula for getting into medical school. Each medical school has different standards; some may require extensive experience in research, while others may focus more on volunteer and community work. Since I have never worked in an admission office, this article is solely based on my personal experience involving East Coast medical schools.
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As you are nearing the end of your junior year of college, you may be considering pursuing higher education. In an ever increasingly competitive world, obtaining a Master’s degree or a Ph.D will definitely make you more marketable and will open many more opportunities than with just a Bachelor’s degree.
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Ahh, yes. The college dorm. Shower shoes, quiet hours, bunk beds, shared closets, and tight living quarters with complete strangers. What a year it will be! You’ll learn a lot during your first year of college, but some of the most important lessons will be taught right within the confines of your quaint new bedroom. You’ll find out what it’s like to live with people other than your parents and siblings, and what it’s like for other people to live with you. You’ll learn proper roommate etiquette (like cleaning up after yourself and the importance of not hitting snooze on your alarm every ten minutes for an entire hour). And, if you’re anything like me, the most rude-awakening lesson will be how to feed yourself without your mom’s stocked pantry and a fully functional kitchen. Luckily, there are plenty of tips and tricks to help you eat healthy in a college dorm and on a college budget.
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Let’s be real. High school can be extremely stressful at times, and preparing for college may be the last thing you want to think about. Going to college is a huge milestone and getting ready for it can be daunting.
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I was that naïve 17-year-old. Just by reading this blog, you’ve shown more drive and initiative than I had at your age. The truth is, standardized testing is one of the most significant pieces of data that higher education institutions weigh while considering you for acceptance. It’s a great addition to the baseline of grades that helps round you out as a candidate. Unlike grades, which can vary depending on each teacher and how they structure the curriculum, standardized tests are just that – standardized.
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One of my favorite ways to study a new language is by looking up lyrics to either a current pop song or a song that’s considered a “classic” in the foreign language. If you enjoy the song enough to listen to it on repeat, you’ll start to memorize the words and build a vocabulary that is likely not in the introductory lessons of language learning. It can get a little boring to practice normal phrases like “my name is...” and “how are you?” you all the time.
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Over the years I have found a handful of apps to be particularly useful. They are the foundation on which I built an organized life in the midst of a chaotic college career. I hope you will find them just as handy. If you don't, I recommend digging in the App store to find ones that fit your needs - because I guarantee you: there is an app for everything.
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My wife recently emailed me an article that made me smile. She does this a lot. The email was a link to an article that placed Arlington County schools as the top public school system in Virginia. When my wife and I made the decision to move to Arlington about three years ago we had observed many things regarding the overall community that we feel may have an impact on the education system in the area.
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