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How to Eat an Elephant

Many years ago I worked with an engineer whose favorite aphorism was: “How do you eat an elephant?” “One bite at a time!” My engineer friend thought this was the most important and profound thing he had learned in his entire engineering education, and I think he ... Read More

 

How to Navigate AP History Class Content

There are three main AP level history subjects offered by the College Board, AP US history, AP European history, and AP Modern World history. By far the most commonly offered subject from this group is AP US history of ‘APUSH’ as many refer to it, and it is typically taken by high school ... Read More

 

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving in Math

Enhancing Math Critical Thinking Skills: Introduction In today's rapidly evolving world, the ability to solve complex problems and think critically is more valuable than ever. With its logical structure and problem-solving core, mathematics serves as a perfect medium to cultivate these ... Read More

 

Why Does My Student Struggle to Read Their Class Materials?

The Nature of Reading Despite the vast areas of adult and professional life that rely on literacy, reading English is not easy. Reading requires multiple skills, such as the decryption of discipline-specific lingo, knowledge of grammatical and structural standards, and the practiced ... Read More

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