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Should Attendance be Graded? Pros and Cons of Grading Attendance

By: Michaella Masters On: Sep 26, 2025 Categories: Education Comments Disabled

Should Attendance be Graded? Pros and Cons of Grading Attendance

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Introduction: Why attendance and grading is still a debate In every classroom, whether in high school or on a university campus, attendance has long been tied to academic performance. Yet the question “should attendance be graded?” continues to spark...

How the F‑1 Student Visa Works and Why Attendance Matters

By: Michaella Masters On: Jun 23, 2025 Categories: Education Comments Disabled

How the F‑1 Student Visa Works and Why Attendance Matters

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The F‑1 student visa is the most common type of visa for international students who want to study full-time in the United States. It allows non-U.S. citizens to enroll in academic programs at accredited institutions such as universities, colleges, high...

Do University Students Attend Class?

By: Nicolas Montauban On: Apr 30, 2025 Categories: Education Comments Disabled

Do University Students Attend Class?

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One of the first freedoms students experience at university is the choice to attend class—or not. With no one taking attendance at the door, skipping lectures becomes a tempting option. But just how often do students actually stay away? Is low attendance...

How to Improve Student Engagement in Higher Education?

By: Michaella Masters On: Nov 19, 2024 Categories: Education Comments Disabled

How to Improve Student Engagement in Higher Education?

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Student engagement is a cornerstone of effective education. Yet capturing and maintaining students’ attention can feel like an ongoing challenge for teachers. Over the last two decades, studies in psychology and computer science have tracked a steady...

How to track attendance in your learning management system

By: Michaella Masters On: Jul 26, 2024 Categories: Education Comments Disabled

How to track attendance in your learning management system

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Universities are tracking attendance more nowadays. The integration of advanced technologies, the need for data-driven decision-making, regulatory requirements, and the evolution of learning models have all contributed to this trend. Tracking student...

How do universities track student attendance?

By: Nicolas Montauban On: Jun 28, 2024 Categories: Education Comments Disabled

How do universities track student attendance?

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Have you ever wondered how student attendance is tracked in different universities? Maybe you're a professor interested in learning how other institutions handle it, a curious student, or an IT professional looking for the latest tech solutions. This...

Educational technology tools you need to know about

By: Nicolas Montauban On: May 31, 2024 Categories: Education Comments Disabled

Educational technology tools you need to know about

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Educational technology, or EdTech, is transforming the landscape of education by integrating digital tools and resources into the teaching and learning process. This transformation is essential for creating more dynamic, efficient, and personalized educational...

A deep dive on the causes of student absenteeism

By: Nicolas Montauban On: Apr 18, 2024 Categories: Education Comments Disabled

A deep dive on the causes of student absenteeism

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Ever wondered why some students seem to miss more school than others? This article dives into the causes of student absenteeism, unraveling the complex web of reasons behind empty desks—from economic hardships and health issues to the impact of family...

How Missing Class Affects Your Social Life

By: Michaella Masters On: Apr 01, 2024 Categories: Education Comments Disabled

How Missing Class Affects Your Social Life

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When discussing student absence, our focus often gravitates towards its academic implications on performance. However, there is a significant and often overlooked consequence of absenteeism, its profound social impact. Understanding these social consequences...