The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed education in ways we never imagined, moving online learning to the forefront. Now that we are moving into a post-pandemic climate let’s look at how the landscape of online education has transformed and what the future may hold. The Abrupt Transition to Remote Learning When the pandemic struck, educational institutions all around…
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The Annotated Bibliography: A Comprehensive Guide to Research Source Evaluation
Those eyeing academic writing and panicking about what they may have gotten themselves into need to know they aren’t alone. It doesn’t have to be a tedious thing that you may feel is not as useful as it can be. In fact, a precious tool is the annotated bibliography in the world of annotations and…
Academic Writing in a Second Language: Tips for Multilingual Students
First, you should realize how far you’ve come that you’re now considering doing academic writing in a second language. It means you’ve made it to your school overseas and are taking the extra challenge of doing it in a different language. Don’t think of it as a challenge, but more of an opportunity to become…
Beyond Wikipedia: Navigating the Web for Credible Online Research Sources
It’s okay to admit that you’ve hopped on Wikipedia for the answer to a question, no matter how much your professors might have shamed you for the mere thought. We’ve all turned to Wikipedia as a source once or twice because it’s quick and easy (and sometimes so well organized). But Wikipedia is the last…
The Impact of Social Media on Essay Writing and Academic Performance in College
The impact of social media, and social media companies, is rarely out of the spotlight. Most people assume that such coverage is irrelevant to them as they use social media for entertainment, relaxation, and staying connected with friends. But social media affects us all and can impact academic performance, without you realizing it. The difficulty…