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19 Apps and Digital Tools For Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on March 6, 2026
Being a student is an exciting journey filled with chances for growth. However, it can come with its fair share of challenges in trying to manage all of the responsibilities. A large component of being successful as you study is managing your time well by learning to prioritize. But you don’t have to do this …
Students sitting in a classroom listening to a professor lecture.
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How to Survive a Boring Class (and Get Good Grades in It)

By Karen DiksonLast updated on December 22, 2022
Throughout college, you’ll have some of the coolest and most interesting courses. And other times, you’ll struggle to get through each lecture and end up watching the clock the entire time. Some teachers and classes are… well, boring is the only word we can think of. You still want that good grade, though. How do …
Here's how to be an exemplary student
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7 Tips on How to Be an Exemplary Student in 2017

By SaraLast updated on December 22, 2022
The beginning of the school year is getting closer, for both high school and college students. Many students start the new year with the goal of becoming an exemplary student. But how do you even start that process? In this article, we list 7 tips to help you become an exemplary student! Don’t look for …
Use Google Scholar to help you with your research papers
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Hey Students! Here’s How to use Google Scholar for Your Research Projects

By SaraLast updated on December 22, 2022
Learn to use Google Scholar to find documents, books, theses, manuals and other academic texts of educational or research interest Google Scholar is a search engine that specializes in finding articles, theses, abstracts, books, manuals, scientific studies, publishers, professional societies or news. It’s useful for students, teachers, and researchers. You can find everything from complete …
An independent learner is a student who learns best by themselves, rather than in a group
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Best Ways to Study if You’re an Independent Learner

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Some people study better in a group, others prefer to learn on their own. These latter students are known as independent learners, sometimes called solitary or intrapersonal learners. An independent learner can focus in on a task when left to their own devices. Often, independent learners are adept at analysis and can develop interesting ideas …
Pulling an all-nighter isn't good, but if you have to, here are some things to do the night before an exam
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3 Things to Do the Night Before an Exam

By Tony CaprioLast updated on December 22, 2022
Here is a fact: staying up all night is unhealthy and unpleasant. However, this situation is very common during the college years where everyone has to face it once in a while. Thus, you should be prepared for it to make it much more productive and pleasant. Here are 3 things that you need to …
If you like learning in groups, you may be a social learner
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4 Amazing Study Tips for a Social Learner

By Laura DavisonLast updated on December 22, 2022
As students, it is important to be aware of the ways we learn best and what type of environment we are most productive in. Some people enjoy quiet spaces with few people while others find that they work more effectively in noisier, busier environments. Similarly, one may find that they learn best working in groups …
If you prefer numbers and data, you may be a logical learner
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How to Study if You’re a Logical Learner

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
We’ve been talking a lot lately about the different learning styles students have, and how they can find study methods best suited for their style. In this post we’ll shine the spotlight on the logical learner! Also known as “mathematical learners”, these kinds of students prefer hard data, stats, charts, graphs, numbers, and formulas. These …

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