Early rise times found to lead to lower grades, poorer attendance
Early class start times are associated with lower grades and poorer attendance, according to a study tracking attendance and grades of university students.
Early class start times are associated with lower grades and poorer attendance, according to a study tracking attendance and grades of university students.
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Earth Sciences
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Education
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Ecology
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Social Sciences
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Astronomy
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Nanomaterials
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