Bard College Learning Commons

04/08/2025

We don't call them "synthesis essays," but there are some effective strategies here (not the least of which is recursive self-questioning).

04/01/2025

Very thoughtful.

03/30/2025

03/27/2025

Writing is an invaluable tool for exercising our cognitive faculties. Extensive and diverse research has suggested links between writing and mental capacities in such domains as memory, critical thinking, creativity, verbal skills, and overall health. Below, you will find recommendations and explana...

03/23/2025

Thanks to friends at WARC and Michigan: https://offcampus.umich.edu/article/bouncing-back-spring-break-tips-finish-semester?fbclid=IwY2xjawJM8i5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVYpaVuWb7mMs5ge8Y_rJo-dF86n9Ju7oGYhfEC-Gdz1DpjvkWfnfDjE8g_aem_QFDFTHLdcLdxY5wsZyKplA

03/20/2025

Good metacognitive strategy

03/10/2025

Cramming might get you through a quiz, but real retention comes from strategic studying and well-timed breaks. The University of Tulsa offers research-backed tips to help you balance intense study sessions with self-care—so you don’t just survive midterms, but actually perform at your best. Read more: https://utulsa.edu/news/mid-term-study-and-self-care-tips/ #:~:text=The%20best%20way%20to%20remember,a%20drink%20of%20water%2C%20etc

03/09/2025

Yep. Happens a lot.

02/13/2025

Romance isn't dead, but it might be nine centuries old, according to an Oxford University academic. Laura Ashe, Associate Professor of English at Worcester College and the Faculty of English has described the invention of romantic love in the literature of the Middle Ages.

02/11/2025

Writing practice to help you write clear, detailed text on a wide range of topics related to your interests. Texts include essays, reports, reviews, messages and emails.

12/06/2024

A little snow to carry us into the final weeks of the fall semester. ❄️ 📸: Joseph Nartey ’26 ()

04/07/2024

Teaches at Bard!

03/23/2024

Thanks, WARC!

Here are 20 tips to help you prepare for the TOEFL test. Read these tips then try our practice test.

03/06/2024

From increasing confidence to making better decisions, self-awareness is a helpful trait in many aspects of life and can be nurtured daily through writing.