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What Is Productivity for Students?

What Is Productivity for Students? (9 Ways to Increase It)

To be able to hit all your targets, everyone needs to be productive. It is a measure of the efforts you make towards accomplishing your goals. For students, productivity refers to their efforts and ability to perform efficiently in their studies. This involves how well they manage their time, their ability to prioritize, and their […]

The 20 Oldest Universities in the World (with Pictures)

The University of Al-Karaouine is currently recognized as the oldest university in the world. It was founded in 859 by Fatima al-Fihri adjacent to a mosque. Some other old universities include the ones established in Bologna, Paris, Toulouse, Salamanca, and more.  The history of the concept of education and schooling is fascinating. Psychology Today overviews […]

Is College Worth it? The Gates Foundation Chimes in on the Debate

Bill Gates is the richest man in the world who doesn’t have one thing that many do, a college degree. Gates has since always been one to advocate for higher education. In his 2015 blog entry, Gates wrote, “Although I dropped out of college and got lucky pursuing a career in software, getting a degree […]