As classes move online, many students hope teachers can be understanding by allowing open notes and book tests. But, will this help students learn the
Tag: Covid-19
Pro: Open note tests
As students adapt to online learning, professors should be working to help them be successful by allowing open note exams. Students have been deterred from
Health service options
Health and wellness issues dominated the Pierce College Council (PCC) discussion on Sept. 24 as members examined the most effective ways to help students during
Late-start classes are coming
Pierce College announced that more than 75 late-start and online classes, most scheduled to begin Oct. 26, according to the school website. According to Pierce
Nurse blends her happy place and working space
Home for Beth Benne has been a place to get a job and enjoy her “happy place” on the porch sitting with her husband. Now,
Promoting student engagement in the political process
First time voters can get overwhelmed by propositions on the ballot, but the Bipartisan Policy Center is working on educating students about them for this
Laptop delay
As courses transitioned online, COVID-19 exposed the digital divide with students who have access to reliable internet and computer access and students who do not.
Virtual Visits
A new portal has launched for students to access services provided by the Student Health Center (SHC), such as virtual consultations for mental health assistance.
Temporary return to in-person education
While much of Pierce has now officially transitioned online, some hard to convert classes remained on campus over the summer—with some minor restrictions. Classes at
Enrollment down
Pierce College’s current 10% deficit in enrollment compared to last year would normally raise the loudest alarms across the district. But the numbers are “looking