I'm a junior, and I have until tomorrow (!) to figure out where I want to study in the spring. I'd like to be somewhere in Europe - I study medieval European history in school - but I can't chose the right place. I want to go somewhere beautiful and culturally rich, continually stimulating and well located. I don't care about the language, and I grew up overseas so I don't need to choose a place that will expand my 'comfort zone'. Give me suggestions? I'm open to anything!
posted by howgenerica
on Oct 13, 2011 -
10 answers
Teaching an on-camera acting class to kids age 8-12. Looking for interesting TV and film scenes featuring kids.
Can you suggest scenes, ideally as YouTube links or online scripts?
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posted by pseudostrabismus
on Sep 21, 2011 -
6 answers
Which grad schools in the Bay Area are open to interdisciplinary approaches, especially with regards to creativity & sexuality?
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posted by divabat
on Aug 31, 2011 -
8 answers
Are there any ENFPs (Myers-Briggs Type) medical doctors out there with advice on how to get through all of the mundane, logical coursework that prerequisites and medical school classes entail?
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posted by sunnychef88
on Aug 16, 2011 -
10 answers
Are there any beautiful or inspiring study spaces in downtown Toronto? We're graduate students living in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto looking for somewhere to think and write. We know the cafe scene, Robarts library, and have been to the Pratt library. Are there other interesting and exciting (but still quiet) places to get some work done when we want to get out of the house?
posted by rumbles
on Aug 9, 2011 -
4 answers
Best way to review college Calculus I & II in as short a time as possible to prove competence in the subject? Any website, book, or methodology recommendations? I need to test out of these courses to make sure I'm not paying for an extra year of school.
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posted by schroedinger
on Aug 5, 2011 -
14 answers
I'm in my forties and have a really bad academic record, but I want to do a Masters. What are my options?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 19, 2011 -
13 answers
My little sister spent a semester last year in France as a college student. She met a nice boy. She wants to improve her French. How can she do it?
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posted by caoimhe
on Jul 1, 2011 -
9 answers
I'm trying to find an article from the past year or two that discussed a general difference in how men and women spend their free time. The article posited that women are more likely to pick up activities that require work/responsibility (volunteering, etc), and men are more likely to pursue activities that are more fun-based (sports, etc).
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posted by ThePinkSuperhero
on Jun 21, 2011 -
2 answers
I'm going to be living in Berlin for a month, studying. I'm a USA traveler looking for information! Any travel savvy mefites and/or Germans want to help me out?
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posted by makethemost
on Jun 15, 2011 -
5 answers
A multicenter drug study takes CT scans of all subjects at various points. These scans are all sent to a central committee for evaluation. What is this committee called? My Google-Fu is failing me, and I don't get any convincing hits for "Central CT Scan Evaluation Committee" etc. etc.
posted by zachawry
on Jun 10, 2011 -
9 answers
I'd like some diverse ideas on how to "design" a study plan for final examinations. What works for you? What are your theories on the best way to study? (*example scenario inside)
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posted by KLF
on May 23, 2011 -
6 answers
I'm a college student looking for a way for to pool essays with 20-30 of my classmates in preparation for finals. We've tried emailing, but it got unwieldy very quickly. Are there any good sites/easy to use cloud-based services out there which might fit the bill? I've looked at Dropbox but would prefer a method where we don't have to download specific software.
posted by emergent
on May 18, 2011 -
12 answers
What can I do to get through having to sit 12 hours for ten days doing nothing? Nothing!
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posted by JJkiss
on Apr 29, 2011 -
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It's finals week. It's an hour before my calculus exam as I'm typing this out right now. I finished up my reviewing, written up my formula sheet (we're allowed to bring handwritten notes on one 8.5x11 piece of paper). Still, I feel like I'm going to fail the class. If I'm lucky enough, I'll pass the class with a C.
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posted by RaDeuX
on Mar 22, 2011 -
12 answers
Anyone have any experience with the Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarship? I'm applying (this week!) and it was indicated to me that almost all applicants go through an interview process. Any tips, suggestions, ideas on how to sell myself?
(Additional info: I'm a doctoral candidate in English, focusing on contemporary world literature from places of long term conflict. I've heard that literature folks are not as well received because they don't "Focus on humanitarian projects.")
posted by mrfuga0
on Mar 13, 2011 -
4 answers
What are the historical dates you are always glad you remember? Are there any well-recognized, history book dates that help you pin your sense of history together more than other dates do?
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posted by circular
on Mar 3, 2011 -
33 answers
I am about to embark on a massive technical book reading escapade. Please share your information retention methods.
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posted by Sentus
on Mar 1, 2011 -
7 answers
Group work at University: How do I maximise my chances of ending up in a group with people who possess at least medium-to-high intelligence / conscientiousness? When who you sit next to determines what group you end up in, what "cues" can I look for when deciding who to sit next to?
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posted by mjao
on Feb 26, 2011 -
31 answers
I'm looking for a certain study online, or just an abstract. Scientists at a British (?) university apparently did a study years ago that revealed -- news flash! -- that cookies and milk are a good combination.
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posted by trillian
on Feb 25, 2011 -
4 answers
Parents who had/have to study with young children around: what strategies did/do you use to help integrate the kids into your study sessions?
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posted by angiep
on Feb 7, 2011 -
6 answers
What are some practical ways to implement classical and operant conditioning in the real world to change people's behaviour?
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posted by Knigel
on Feb 2, 2011 -
23 answers
Seeking strategies to get all reading done within allotted time without sacrificing close reading on literature.
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posted by easilyconfused
on Jan 21, 2011 -
8 answers
UK Travel VisaFilter: There is a possibility that I might leave the US and attempt to get a post-graduate degree at the University of Edinburgh....
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posted by donquixote
on Jan 13, 2011 -
8 answers
For those with experience of undergraduate study at both American and Australian universities, what were some of the most notable contrasts? I'm particularly interested in differences in student culture and in assessment methods / difficulty.
posted by nicolas léonard sadi carnot
on Jan 2, 2011 -
15 answers
Just bought an iPad! What are some good iPad apps for a diligent student, such as myself?
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posted by Junior687
on Dec 6, 2010 -
25 answers
I bought
Theazine, an energy supplement to help with school work. Everyone in my family is making a big deal out of it. Idk what to think anymore.
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posted by NotSoSiniSter
on Nov 29, 2010 -
26 answers
I'm interested in the intersection of corporations and government. I come from a legal background What area of study would you class this as, and what reading could you give me? Bonus points for UK-specific, but US and global are fine as well.
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posted by djgh
on Oct 26, 2010 -
2 answers
I am interested in people's exam preparation strategies (especially if you study psychology like me). It has suddenly occurred to me that I'm not very metacognitive about my learning. How do I intuit what are the most important concepts (likely to be on an exam, in short-answer format)? How do you pick up on hints from the lecturers?
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posted by KLF
on Oct 24, 2010 -
9 answers
I want to study and do well,
really, I do. I have full intentions of spending the whole day reading my materials but when I sit down I just can't bring myself to do it. Help me!
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posted by cruncheweesy
on Oct 24, 2010 -
24 answers
I've decided I have more of an interest in computer software than mechanical machines, so I'm contemplating switching to a lesser Bachelor of I.T. from my Bachelor of Engineering degree, even though they would both take the same amount of time to finish.
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posted by jord
on Oct 14, 2010 -
10 answers
Calling All Current Middle School Teachers and Parents of Middle Schoolers For Technology Information
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posted by Elsie
on Sep 19, 2010 -
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