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5 Creative Ways to Engage Students with Career Services

As has been documented many times in NACE survey research, fewer than half of students actually visit the career center, even though the ones who do find career services to be super helpful. Some don’t realize these services exist. Others …

By CareerShift
Job hunting & career management solutions
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5 Effective Teaching Strategies for Engaging with Students, According to a Former Teacher

Think about your favorite teacher from when you were a kid or even an adult: What made them so special? Maybe their lessons were always fun, or you excelled at their assignments because their teaching strategies were so seamless. Maybe …

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Teacher Burnout: How to Recognize, Prevent, and Overcome It

Teaching may be one of the most rewarding careers, but it’s no secret that it comes with significant challenges. For many educators, the demands of the job—long hours, emotional strain, and increasing responsibilities—can lead to burnout.

“Teacher burnout is more …

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Want to boost graduation rates? Support students’ mental health

A recent survey shows that 73 percent of students believe they’ll be more likely to graduate as a result of mental health care at their institution. Read the full article to learn more about the top stressors students face and …

By Mary [uConnect]
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Report on Improving Completion for Students of Color in CTE Programs

The Urban Institute published a report that identifies five key themes on what supports student persistence as well as recommendations and strategies for other CTE institutions.

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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Engaging First-Gen Students On Campus

First-gen students may not know all the opportunities available and ways to get support while in college. As a faculty/staff member who supports students, you can help these students not be left behind and ensure they reach their career goals …

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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How to Become a Successful Teacher

Jack Wieczorek

To be a successful teacher can mean many things – most of the time it’s the question of the right personality, others times it’s good habits and a willingness to work hard to achieve one’s goals. There are, …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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How to talk to high school students about career readiness

As a secondary teacher or counselor in Louisiana, you may be wondering how to talk to your students about their career plans and ensure they’re thinking about their career readiness early on. To get started, read this article with ideas …

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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Prepare for your medical or healthcare career

With programs for elementary students through college students, Medical Physician Preparation (MPP) Academy will help students prepare for their career in medicine or healthcare!

Educators: Click here to schedule a meeting with to discuss activities that work best for your …

By Mary [uConnect]
Mary [uConnect] Customer Success Manager
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8 Reasons Students Need Technology in the Classroom

Technology continues to have a profound impact on today's students, allowing students across the globe to compete on equal footing and to broaden their horizons like never before. With the help of technology, the ever-changing needs of modern learners are …

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