blogs , Campus life , Katheryn Carolina Aymerich Díaz , Preparing for Maynooth
When Homework Became Independent Study: My Academic Culture Shock
For many students, the transition from secondary school to university is more disorienting than expected. In secondary school, we become accustomed to a very structured way of learning. Daily classes, regular homework, exam preparation, and a strong emphasis on memorisation are the norm. There’s also a constant sense of supervision—teachers check your work, remind you of deadlines, and guide you closely. While this does require responsibility, it’s within a fairly controlled ...
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