How strong academic support can change university students’ lives
Students from South Africa's public school system battle to cope with the rigorous demands of any university degree without genuine, committed support.
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How your college friendships help you – or don’t
College is a time for friendships. But how can students best leverage the power of those friendships? First, by learning how those networks work.
Should I grade-skip my gifted child?
About two out of seven children are likely bored in their classrooms, as they aren't learning much that is new. Should these children skip grades? What's the evidence on grade-skipping?
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