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Fake Degree Certificates
Some time ago I wrote about the increasing trade in fake degrees. Since that time I have seen a couple more sites offering this ‘service’ which I thought were really funny.. One allows you to “design your own” fake degree … Continue reading
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14,000 Students Caught Cheating
I recently read that almost 14,000 students have been caught trying to cheat their way to a degree. Information released under the freedom of information revealed the statistics which show that whilst most students try to cheat at coursework, 1,000 … Continue reading
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What do Employers Think of an Online Degree
Online degrees are growing in popularity, particularly in America. The idea is not new, in the UK the Open University has been engaged in distance learning for many years. The question is, what are these degrees worth. There is constant … Continue reading
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Revising for your degree
I have never been good at revising. There is no substitute for knowing your subject, and to know your subject you must attend all lectures and complete all tasks and exercises! It is much easier to ‘revise’ the day you … Continue reading
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Has a Degree Education Lost its Value
A of media coverage is given to the question of whether a degree has lost its value in both in terms of standards and the number of students taking courses. My own view is that a degree has more value … Continue reading
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Competing for Resources on a Degree Course
This sounds completely mercenary and to a point it is, but when attending University you may have to compete for available resources. There are rarely enough books for every student in the library Lecturers have a limited amount of time … Continue reading
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Taking the Initiative on your Degree Course
When studying for a degree no one is going to hold your hand. Unlike school, no one is going to make you get up in the morning, no one is going to tell you to attend lectures, it is down … Continue reading
How To Study As A Distance Learner
To learn how to study as a distance learner, first read all introductory informaiton on your course, this shoudl provide you with most of the informaiton you need. Spend as much time as is necessary making sure you understand all … Continue reading
How To Know What To Study For An Exam
One question often asked by students is how do you know what to study for an exam? If you are asking this question the night before your exam you are probably too late! Plan for your exam revision well in … Continue reading
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How to get First Class Marks for a Degree Assignment
A quick post on how to approach your assignments with a view to getting a first class result. Start work as soon as the assignment is set, do not wait for the hand in date to approach, get ahead so … Continue reading
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