Category University life
Achieving success in student teaching: strategies and tips
Student teaching is an essential step for aspiring educators to gain hands-on experience in the classroom before becoming a certified teacher. It is an opportunity for future teachers to apply the theories and techniques learned in their education program and…
How to recognize and avoid academic burnout
Academic burnout is an unfortunate but common experience among university students. Even the most dedicated and enthusiastic students can reach a point where school or a particular class feels like a burden rather than something they look forward to. If…
10 Tips for success in your teaching practicum
Are you a student teacher who is completing their practicum requirement? Firstly, congratulations! This part of your journey is so exciting, but may also be intimidating (and it definitely was for me). To help you feel comfortable and confident before…
Work-life-study balance: How to thrive with a busy schedule
Teacher life is so rewarding and so exhausting. Couple that with being a student and it can sometimes feel crippling. We’ve got mountains of deadlines, readings, and assignments to do, all while trying to live a balanced lifestyle. Honestly, the…
5 Reasons everyone should complete a university internship
As a fellow university student, I know that the thought of an internship can be pretty intimidating. But, imagine graduating with either no idea if you actually like working in your field of study and having no experience. In my…
Pandemic learning: 6 ways to succeed in online university
University life is hard, no matter the circumstance. We’re broke, we’re tired, and now we’re online fatigued. Whether you’re living on campus or you spend hours on the road getting to class, whether you love going to school or absolutely…