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Supporting and Protecting Undocumented Students
What Schools, Leaders & You Can Do to Help the Undocumented Community Given the political uncertainty around DACA specifically and immigration policy in general, this guide is a reminder of what educators and ordinary citizens can do to help undocumented students. While it should not be taken as legal advice, it does provide readers with …
Support for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Tips for Meeting Autistic Students’ Educational Needs Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that affects how people respond to their environment behaviorally, socially and communicatively. Since there is a wide variety of ways this disorder manifests itself, people on different parts of that spectrum have different strengths and weaknesses. No matter where a …
Prevention of Plagiarism in College
Strategies & Resources For Students And Teachers Students, particularly those in college, are expected to adhere to rigorous codes of conduct that stress academic integrity, including prohibitions against plagiarism. Steering clear of plagiarism, however, can be more difficult than it seems and the consequences can be severe. Fortunately, it’s a problem educators are devoting quite …
Student Government in High School and College
Boost Your Resume While Making a Difference Student government offers students excellent ways to get involved in the inner workings of their schools, both in high school and in college. Students who participate in their student governments are privy to a range of personal and professional benefits, and they can be exposed to a variety …
College Students Guide to Improving Study Skills
How to Assess and Advance Your Study Habits Before College For most individuals, college will provide the biggest challenge of their academic career. And even though it usually takes two or four years to a college degree, it only takes one semester to sink a GPA or substantially delay graduation. Therefore, it’s important to brush …
College Application Guide for Home Schooled Students
Advice, Scholarships & Resources As the number of homeschoolers continues to climb toward 2.5 million and more colleges roll out homeschool-specific guidelines for applicants, higher education has taken on a decidedly favorable attitude towards this population of learners. Most homeschooling families still have questions about the college application process. Learn more about the elements of …
How to Write a Letter of Recommendation
Expert Resources & Advice for Admissions, Scholarships & Internships As college admissions panels and hiring committees sift through hundreds of applications, how will yours stand out? Enter the letter of recommendation. The task of self-evaluation required on a personal essay helps those who decide your fate get a sense of who you think you are, …
Online Dual Enrollment Programs
Key Takeaways Dual enrollment allows high school students to earn college credit early through in-person or online programs, with some options offering the chance to graduate high school with an associate’s degree. Online options like ASU Prep Digital and the University System of Georgia’s eCore provide flexible, remote access to college-level courses. However, eligibility requirements, …
The Best Criminal Justice Degrees for Veterans
As a retired or active service member, are you looking for a career in criminal justice? Use this guide of the best criminal justice degrees for veterans.