Edith Cowan University

When I was in high school, all my teachers would say that they were trying to prepare us for college. Now that I am in college they were wrong in their ways of preparing us for college. High school taught me basically nothing for college. This essay is going to describe the similarities and differences of high school and college. High school is a mandatory and usually free here in America. In high school your books are provided and cost you nothing, you often have no homework, someone else…

When students come into kindergarten they are across the board with different levels of development and skills. I quickly noticed through observation that a very important characteristic to understand with these children is their maturity level. I found it the most helpful to observe students with how they work and interact with others. I believe the best way to teach is to understand who your students are. This means getting to know them on a personal level; learning about their families,…

Since 1986, St. Mary’s University (formerly known as St. Mary’s University College) has been providing quality post secondary education to Calgary and area. St. Mary’s University has sought to provide a strong liberal arts education rooted in traditional catholic values, with emphasis on small class sizes to allow for an in-depth education; this establishes significant relationships among the students, and between students and their professors. As St. Mary’s has grown over the years, more and…

Speech Is the Basis of a True Education”, Robert Zimmer demonstrates the effects of the limiting speech within the university affecting the student’s education. Zimmer believes that the universities have created “a sanctuary for comfort” for the students, when they should “provide critical pathways” instead. Speakers who have controversial ideas are discouraged to speak at universities due to their content deemed offensive. Zimmer states that students need to be able to acknowledge the…

Technology is an essential part of the 21st century. It is not only creating its own space among society on the creation of the “future”, but also influencing people with its biggest tool, social media. Twitter has grown in unbelievable ways, specially among the young generation. Since Twitter has created its own space in this century, the question is how can Twitter be used by college students to enhance the interaction in class. The answer is simple. According to a few studies, Twitter can be…

Why did I choose Idaho State Univeristy? My academic journey at Idaho State University has consisted of great vicissitudes mentally and emotionally. The time I have spent at ISU has allowed me to develop as a professional, grow as an individual and discover my talents as an academic. So the answer to the question, ‘why did I choose Idaho State University?’ is a simple one, but comes with a lengthy and vigorous journey. I fell in love with ISU and everything it has to offer on a professional and…

Re: Lincoln University Academic Audit – Cycle 5 Introduction The Lincoln University Students’ Association (LUSA) exist to ensure all Lincoln University (LU) students have an excellent university experience. We have a service level agreement with the university to provide: sport, recreation, and cultural activities; clubs and societies; student magazine, the RAM; advocacy on behalf of individual and groups of students; and educational support. Ultimately students are at university to receive a…

Growing-up I was always told of the importance of a college education and how going off to school would be one of the biggest invest of my life. And, although all of the information that was provided to me, made me view college as a necessity I had no interest in entering any higher level educational ream. Now, as I write this paper from my first semester of graduated school you would have never known of my ill feelings towards entering the higher level educational ream. Why would I ever feel…

I am a young, passionate, and dedicated Hispanic woman that will be the first generation in my family to pursue higher education at a University. My parents are immigrants from Mexico, and although they don 't have as many rights as American citizens, they take advantage of the right to raise American daughters and make sure that they become successful in life. The rigorous efforts of my parents to succeed in this country, has been the greatest inspiration to me to endeavor success in my career…

Throughout every American’s life the question of whether or not to go to college will come up. To most people the answer might be obvious but what are the opportunity costs of going to college? These are the opportunities you may be giving up to go to college. The costs of colleges are soaring. Even the costs of public in-state schools are getting increasingly expensive to attend. According to the National Center for Education statistics the current costs to go to a public college is $15, 640…