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BONUS Episode #132: Perspectives on the Power of International Education Programs
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Our guests for this week’s bonus episode are Nora Nemeth and Mirka Martel from the Institute of International Education (IIE). They share details on the impact of their work, starting their own podcast, and what they’re looking forward to.
Additional research and insights from IIE available here
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Our guest for this week’s episode is Eric Gibbs who is President, Americas at Ouriginal. Eric dives deep on his story, academic file sharing, what edtech can really do when it comes to detecting text similarities, and the reasons why students cheat.
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How to Make the Most of Your Time in Higher Education
Your time in higher education is an incredible opportunity and one that’s relatively short-lived. Getting the most out of the experience and enjoying it to the max will pay dividends for you for a long time to come. So how do you go about getting the most of your time in higher education? What should you actually be doing right now so that you don’t have regrets later? That’s what we’re going to discuss now, so read on to find out more.
Be Proactive in Your Learning
When it comes to finding real success in the world of higher education, you need to understand the importance of being proactive and not simply expecting it all to fall into your lap. It’s a mistake lots of students make; but if you’re going to learn more, you need to be engaged in the process of learning and pushing yourself further than you did at previous stages of your education.
Ask for Help When You Need It
It’s also okay to admit when you’re struggling or when there’s something you’re not understanding. If you don’t ask for help, no one will know that there’s an issue and they won’t know that they need to step in. Your educators and the people running the college will usually be happy to help you in whatever way possible if you’re willing to ask for that help.
Push Yourself Out of Your Comfort Zone
Sometimes, you need to make a real effort to leave your comfort zone, as daunting and scary as that might sound at first. It might mean overcoming your fear of social situations or engaging in extracurricular societies, or it might mean being more verbal and communicative in the classroom. Overcoming these fears and leaving your comfort zone will help you learn a lot.
Make the Most of the Insights Your Educators Can Offer
When you’re being taught by very talented professors and educators, you should really make the most of them and what they have to offer. Of course, that means paying attention in their seminars, but it also means probing them further and getting greater insights from them that might help you in some way. For example, you can learn a lot from Travis Preston of CalArts if you want to find out more about the world of theatre.
Build a Network
Finally, you should think about the network you’re building around you as you move through higher education. The contacts you establish now and maintain into the future might help you in your career one day. That’s definitely something to think about and to start planning for today.
As you can see, there are lots of things you can and should be doing if you’re serious about making the most of your time in higher education. Be sure to make the most of the tips and ideas we’ve discussed here if you want to make sure that you’re able to get the most from your higher education experience.
How to Better Retain Information After Reading
It can be easy to spend time reading a book, and then completely forget what you read by the end of the day. This can be especially frustrating if you are a student or a keen learner and trying to retain information about a subject you want to progress with.
The usual go-to activity is to re-read the information. This can be effective for some, but for others, you need a little more.
This article looks at 5 effective ways to better retain information after reading.
#1 Quiz yourself
After you have read a section, a good way to retain the information is to quiz yourself. This allows your brain to work hard to retrieve the information you have just read, which is an effective way to store it in your memory long term. Alternatively, if you get the answer wrong, you are much more likely to remember that the next time.
#2 Use a guide
Guides are a great way to see the information differently. You can create your guide, or you can purchase guides online. Guides are usually formatted out in a different way to the books and are more visually stimulating, which can help you digest the information in a different or better way. For example, if you are a medical student, you can purchase an anatomy study guide that breaks down different theories. You can also purchase guides to match your learning style too, as everyone is unique.
#3 Use the information in a real-life scenario
The best way to remember something is to attach the information you have just learned, to something you already know. Scan your house or your memory, and try to relate the information to a similar object or behavior.
#4 Use visuals
Take the information from your book and turn it into something visual. Flashcards or mind maps are two of the most popular ways to revise information. Flashcards are a great way to condense information into small chunks and use them to test yourself to help retain the information. Mind maps also help you condense the information down, but provide you with more visual aid in learning, especially if you use lots of colors and diagrams in the process. Find creative ways to display the information. This act in itself will help you retain information better, as you think about it more and try to portray it in different ways.
#5 Practice often
Trying to cram the information in quickly, and then moving onto the next thing, is not very effective. It may help you remember the information short term, but will not do anything for long term retention. The most effective way to study is to space the information out, and practice often. Try a little bit per day, use your guides, mind maps, and flashcards to help you.
If you can prepare yourself to retain the information and take steps after reading, then you are likely to find an effective way that works for you. Commitment and repetition are key in retaining information.
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Studying Abroad: 5 Things You’ll Need to Keep You Sane
You’re likely here today because you’ve put some serious thought into choosing a university abroad and studying a degree course there. Each year, thousands of students decide to study abroad for various reasons, with the leading one being better educational opportunities.
Learning abroad will teach you many things apart from the course subject you’ve elected to learn. For example, you’ll find out more about different cultures and ways of life, plus you’ll also learn how to view the world from a different perspective.
If you’re new to studying abroad, there are some things to consider before you pack your bags and fly off into the sunset. Here’s what you need to know:
1. You’ll Need a Reliable Internet Connection
There’s no denying that the Internet is your communication link with the outside world and, indeed, your family and friends back home. You will undoubtedly have Internet connectivity at your place of study, but what about your student accommodation?
It makes sense to organize your Internet connection before you leave home for your educational journey overseas. Otherwise, you’ll find it challenging to get online - especially if you’re staying at a location with a poor cell phone reception.
2. You’ll Need a Way to Watch TV Online
Online streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, and JioTV make it easy to stream your favorite programs and movies over the Internet. The thing is, you’ll need to make sure you can do that when you’re overseas.
Firstly, you’ll need a modern laptop that offers HD screen resolution. Next, you’ll need to invest in a VPN like ExpressVPN if Internet censorship is a concern in your country of study. Lastly, you’ll need an active subscription to your favorite online streaming service.
3. You’ll Need Video Chat Software
These days it’s easier than ever before to have video conversations with family members and friends. Did you know that most services like WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and Skype even let you video chat for free to the people dearest to you in your life?
Of course, you can’t do any video chats unless you have the right video chat software installed on your laptop. Also, if your computer doesn’t have a built-in webcam, you’ll need to purchase one separately.
4. You’ll Need Some Regular Time Out
As a student, you will probably spend much of your time doing something or seeing people. The thing is, you need to make sure that you look after your mental health and wellbeing, and that’s why it’s crucial to give yourself some regular time out from your daily schedules.
For example, you might want to dedicate some “you time” for jogging, retail therapy, or even meditating in an isolated location away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
5. You’ll Need to Befriend Like-Minded People
Lastly, you must spend some of your leisure time abroad with like-minded individuals. Doing so will help keep you happy and give you the motivation you need to continue with your studies.
Good luck!