Most of us don’t necessarily pair “academic success” and “goal setting.” It seems too obvious—we want our children to have academic success as their goal. So, this is their goal. Right? The problem is ...

Picture this: A student is working diligently in a class, understanding and engaging with the material—but not turning in assignments. The student’s rationale: “I’m never going to be good at time ...

Large group of happy college students celebrating their graduation day outdoors while throwing their caps up in the air. Success in college demands more than just academic knowledge—it requires a ...

Spring is the perfect time for a reset—an opportunity to reflect on progress, adjust goals and finish the school year strong. For students, the mid-year stretch is a chance to assess their learning, ...

Academic coaches and peer academic coaches are here to collaborate with students in order to help them set academic goals, increase their confidence in the classroom, provide useful tools for everyday ...

What factors influence our success in reaching goals? Does setting a more ambitious goal generate self-confidence? Or does your confidence help determine your goal? Chicago Booth’s Avner ...

The Los Angeles school district is falling short of meeting school board-approved academic goals set four years ago, but students continue to improve faster on key academic measurements than the state ...