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Having a hard time staying awake during lectures?

Being a student, I loved exams, yes, I really loved them, because they gave the opportunity to see what knowledge and skills I was able to get during the period of my study. And now I understand, that every exam was worth passing. But there was one small detail that did not give me any chance to enjoy my process of study in full, and these were… lectures. Yes, some dreaded lectures on mornings or incredibly boring lectures on afternoons – it does not matter actually; the main problem was that these lectures were difficult to listen till the very end without going asleep.

Certainly, every student knows how to deal with his different problems in college, and boring lectures were one of these problems for me. I bet, many today’s students will agree with me here, as I do not know any young person who would like ALL lectures he has at college or university. The main thing is to stay awake during such lectures, and here some quite creative methods and solutions come. Have you ever tried any of them?

#1. Listen carefully

It is not easy to do, when you find this lecture boring, but you CAN do that! Do not sit and think of how boring this lecture is, and how sleepy you are at the moment. Try listening to your professor carefully, and pay attention to what he says. It may sound strange to you, but when you listen to your professor, his lecture may suddenly appear very interesting.

Moreover, do not be passive. Think critically on everything a lecturer days, ask questions… As far as you understand, it will be more difficult to call such a lecture boring, when you take an active part in its discussion. And plus, it gives your brain some kind of a workout, when it is difficult to fall asleep actually.

#2. Take colorful notes

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Studying abroad is one fantasy that every student wants to fulfill once in a lifetime. So if you are one of those passionate students desperately seeking an admission in a foreign university, here are some pros and cons of studying abroad that you must give a serious thought before applying for your student visa:

1) The Experience Away From the Homeland

Pros:

Going to a new place and mingling with new people is always an exciting idea. Exploring new culture and society, eating food and looking around fascinating sites make the whole experience more memorable and beautiful. Besides, you meet with locals and make new friends and blend into the diversity of a new place.

Cons:

Staying in a new place has its own set of problems. While it may look like a refreshing experience, it takes time and efforts to settle in a new place, especially if no one knows you there. Besides you are prone to many unforeseen problems that may come in the form of financial stress and diseases. You may even become a victim of racism or religious discrimination. A good research and analysis of your destination will give you enough knowledge about your choice of your place and what to expect there.

2) Meeting with New People and Society

Pros:

Going abroad offers you an opportunity to make new friends and social acquaintances. In an academic setting, you will have a chance to meet people with diversified social and cultural background. They may have similar interests and hobbies, so you can befriend with like-minded people who may become a big support in your studies.

Cons:

While you are away from your home, you may become a victim of home sickness. If you are someone who loves Click to continue reading…

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College freshman year can be an overwhelming time; new people, new location and plenty of advanced coursework, projects, deadlines and social obligations. But thanks to mobile technology, everything from studying to timekeeping and even budgeting has become easier and more efficient.

Not sure where to get started? Here are the top five mobile apps that will pull students through college with flying colors:

1. Mental case

[Available on iOS for $4.99]

Flash cards are still a very efficient way to learn, but these days they’re a bit more high tech than the stack of black and white cue cards they once were. Of course, the principle is the same; the virtual flashcards are designed to help students create mental notes and commit important information to memory.

However, with the Mental Case app, the usual text flash cards can be enhanced with images and audio, and can be shown as a slideshow with adjustable timing. Notes taken in class can later be turned into flashcards, and these can then be shared with others via mobile phone, tablet or laptop.

2. Evernote

[Available for free on Android and iOS]

Similar to Mental Case, the Evernote app allows students to take notes in a number of different ways, including voice function. Photos, locations and additional tags can be added to the notes, which can also be shared with friends and fellow students.

The Evernote trunk includes a number of useful classroom tools, and articles, web pages and URLs can be saved and stored in categorized folders, while notes can easily be turned into review sheets.

Because the app is cloud-based students can store as much as they need to without worrying about running out of space or the need to transfer data to another device.

3. Dropbox

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