What: The University of Texas at Dallas Where: Richardson, Tx When: Founded in 1969 Who: 21, 193 The top 10 reasons why The University of Texas at Dallas is the best, from a UTD student who knows: 1. There are over 100 academic programs available to choose from at the… Read More

This blog post will help parents and students understand how to keep mentally active during the summer months. We’ve all heard of the dreaded summer learning loss. This is the end result of long summers spent away from the classroom and a structured environment. The summer months actively hinders a… Read More

What: The State University of New York at Potsdam Where: Potsdam, New York When: Founded in 1816 Who: 4,224 Students SUNY Potsdam is Awesome and here are 10 reasons why… FYI: This was written by a Potsdam Graduate with experience and insight as to what Potsdam has to offer. So… Read More

In a globally connected world where technology is becoming more efficient and necessary, the question that comes to mind is: Are we preparing our youth for the future? Many education specialists are predicting certain trends for the future but how will we get there? The current education model will need… Read More

When you were in school as a student, more than likely you discovered different learning styles or techniques. Thinking back to those days, you may also have noticed that your teachers had a particular way that they would teach you and your classmates. Did your English teacher prefer a discussion… Read More

Two hundred and thirty-eight long years ago, America was born. The driving fight for freedom from taxation without representation was merely one of the main contributing factors for the drafting of the US Declaration of Independence on the Fourth of July. Today, this national holiday is celebrated with an abundance… Read More

Did you know there are 6 different types of learners? Determining which type of learner you are can significantly boost your chances of performing better when it comes to exam time. Familiarizing yourself with your own best practices for study is crucial for retaining information in a particular subject. Below… Read More

The age that children usually learn to read is between 5 and 7 years old, but that’s only when they’re getting started. Individuals’s reading levels will evolve and improve over time, developing a larger vocabulary and a deeper understanding of language over the years. On average, an adult usually reads… Read More

Have you always dreamed of going to school in the United States? Texas, Northeastern or maybe even MIT? If you’re an international student applying to the U.S., you’ve probably asked yourself this question: what TOEFL score do I need to get into the university of my dreams? Our friends at… Read More

Languages are funny things and inevitably some things are probably going to get lost in translation. Some words however, are totally untranslatable and are very unique to their own dialect. You might think, well blue is azul in Spanish and 蓝色 in Chinese, so ya things get a little confusing… Read More

The classroom experience is not just about chalk and blackboard any more. Technology has made its way into the classroom and is changing the way education is delivered. A new learning culture has developed which is making education more hands-on and practical. The 21st century skills that a student must … Read More

When you graduated from high school and started attending college, you turned a new page in your life. In fact, the stress starts manifesting itself before you even get accepted to college. Most students experience the period of college admissions as the most stressful time in their lives. In simpler… Read More

…That you probably didn’t think of. First year college packing list: ruler, tooth brush, shot glass… Ya ya ya, we all know you have that covered, but what’s missing? That’s where I come in. This is a list of the Top Ten College Essentials with all the things that you… Read More

Today might seem, in appearance, like another regular August day. However, if you are one of our users, you might find that it is, indeed, a special one. Why? We are announcing three great new additions to your favourite personalised learning platform, ExamTime! As you will see, this release is… Read More

It’s time to take your first steps towards adulthood! Yes, your college years will be some of the best years of your life but getting through your Freshman year unscathed, can be quite the challenge… That’s why we’re here to help! This is a list of the Top 10 Secrets… Read More

"An idea can only become a reality once it is broken down into organised, actionable elements."  ― Scott Belsky, Making Ideas Happen Yes, it is almost that time of year again. The back to school craze is upon us with many of you are already seated at your desks… You… Read More

127 product releases, 4 language versions, 938,195 study resources and 1 owl later, we are officially launching our complete ExamTime version! We first introduced ourselves in late September 2012, with our first beta version. Back then, we had light versions of a mind map tool, a flashcard maker and a… Read More

One of your teaching goals this year may be to discover new ways to incorporate technology in education and we’ve got just the thing to help you achieve this with our free teacher guide. Moving towards classroom 2.0 can enhance student’s learning experience and allow you to connect with the… Read More

Many students are determined to memorise as much information as possible to pass their exams. If this is your strategy, have you ever questioned yourself; am I really learning anything? There are learning techniques you can use that both optimise your time and help you achieve your study goals. One… Read More

Every academic year starts with new subjects and a fresh syllabus. Diving into the unknown is a large part of the excitement of starting a new school year but it can also be slightly scary at the same time. However, there is an added advantage of a going back to… Read More

Why is it so hard to adjust back to the routine of student life for a new school year? The answer is simple. As human beings, we hate change and try to fight it at any opportunity. Once we have adapted to a lifestyle, in this case school holidays, it’s… Read More

So the new term is under-way and all your prep is done. You have signed up to ExamTime.com, created a shiny new profile and maybe even invited your friends to join, (study groups are all the fashion you know). Your diary is fresh and smells of clean paper and there’s… Read More

The science behind goal setting claims that by setting yourself a goal, you are investing yourself into achieving this objective as if you have already accomplished it. Your brain believes that obtaining this goal is an essential part of who you are. Translated into student terms, goal setting will drive… Read More

Which learning tool do you use the most on ExamTime? If the answer is the Mind Map maker, then you’re going to love this update because we are announcing lots of new features to fuel your creativity! Here is a quick summary of what’s new with Mind Maps: New colour… Read More