David Marsh
Contributing Writer
Me - David Marsh
I am an English Professor at Robeson Community College, which is located in North Carolina. I hope to share with people some ideas and knowledge that I have about the community college system, as well as some topics I am passionate about.
Latest Articles
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Cross Disciplinary Citation Practice Problems: Solutions?
This article further focuses on cross disciplinary citation practice and if there are solutions to citations problems across college campuses.
May 4, 2011
- David Marsh
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Cross Disciplinary Citation Practice: The Studies
This article focuses on studies done that prove that cross disciplinary citation practice is a critical issue on college campuses.
May 4, 2011
- David Marsh
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Cross Disciplinary Citation Practice: The Problem
As acts of plagiarism continue to grow, we must come together as members of academia and find a way to prevent future occurrences.
May 4, 2011
- David Marsh
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Japan's Devastation: Exposing Students to World News
Many students are not aware of world events or even local issues around them. Exposing students to world news and local news allows for intellectual growth.
Mar 21, 2011
- David Marsh
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Faculty Mentors are Essential for Minority Male Students
Within the community college system throughout the nation, minority men are three to four times more likely to drop out than white males.
Mar 4, 2011
- David Marsh
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Poverty Affects Students' Educational Goals
Students who come from poverty are less likely to strive high or have confidence that they can attain goals and success.
Mar 2, 2011
- David Marsh
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The Importance of Writing Skills Centers in Community Colleges
Across the nation, more and more community colleges are building Writing Skills Centers to help students enhance their writing skills.
Feb 22, 2011
- David Marsh
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Let College Come to You: A Suggestion for College Freshmen
The pressures of college for freshmen can be overwhelming. Though they will go through changes, the key to success is to let college come to them.
Feb 20, 2011
- David Marsh
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Texting, Social Networks, Grammar, Punctuation, and English Class
With the emergence of new technologies, grammar and punctuation are on the decline, especially in the classroom. This article speaks to this trend.
Feb 16, 2011
- David Marsh
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Exercise Improves Mental Health
Exercise improves mental health by reducing anxiety, depression, stress and negative mood and by improving self-esteem and cognitive function.
Feb 15, 2011
- David Marsh
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