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iBooks textbooks and digital adoption

Jan 20, 2012|By: Mike|3 Comments
Students using iPad

At $15 a pop, digital textbooks provide an exciting interactive alternative to traditional print copies. But will iBooks replace textbooks? Continue reading “iBooks textbooks and digital adoption” »

Stanford and Harvard offering free online courses

Nov 21, 2011|By: Mike|3 Comments
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Both Stanford University and Harvard University are now offering a selection of free online courses. While some courses offer a statement of accomplishment, actual course credit is not awarded for completion. The real value comes in the quality of education you will receive.
Did we mention it’s free? Continue reading “Stanford and Harvard offering free online courses” »

What can you do with a Communications Degree? [infographic]

Nov 15, 2011|By: Mike|5 Comments
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Pursuing a degree in communications will allow you to take your career in a number of different directions. Programs are designed to help students develop both written and verbal language skills to influence people and spread ideas. While effective communication can be applied to nearly any work environment, choosing an emphasis can help you find a job sooner after graduation… Continue reading “What can you do with a Communications Degree? [infographic]” »

Johnnie Vela — $500 scholarship winner and aspiring architect

Oct 26, 2011|By: Mike|Leave a comment
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Location: San Dimas, CA Student? Yes What are your thoughts on DegreeSearch and higher education? Degree Search is a wonderful program. It allows students who need money to keep attending college by filling out a simple form. It makes it fast and easy for people who are in dire need of a college fund. Tell … Continue reading “Johnnie Vela — $500 scholarship winner and aspiring architect” »

The Cost of Dropping Out [infographic]

Sep 29, 2011|By: Mike|7 Comments
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I found this infographic while browsing through some some recent posts on Pinterest. This particular graphic was posted by a girl I went to high school with, who now happens to be a teacher (I know what you’re thinking and no, neither of us dropped out). It does a nice job summarizing the cost of … Continue reading “The Cost of Dropping Out [infographic]” »

Scholarship Spotlight: Jerri Outlaw

Aug 22, 2011|By: Mike|Leave a comment
Jerri Outlaw

Location: Pembroke, NC Student? Yes What are your thoughts on DegreeSearch and higher education? I think DegreeSearch is great! Helping people is wonderful. Everyone should go into higher education. It not only gives you a better job opportunity it gives you the right moral skills, people skills, or anything you will need once you get … Continue reading “Scholarship Spotlight: Jerri Outlaw” »

How to prepare for your first online course

Aug 19, 2011|By: Mike|1 Comment
FACT vs. FANTASY

Unless you’ve been hiding under an internet rock, you’ve likely seen the online school ads with hero shots of young attractive students sitting with their laptops in some hipster cafe, or on the summit of a gorgeous overlook in the Rocky Mountains, or perhaps casually soaking up sun on an exotic beach while pursuing their online MBA and sipping a martini. Continue reading “How to prepare for your first online course” »

Winner profile: Carrie Whiteknight

Aug 1, 2011|By: Mike|1 Comment
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I have went down three different avenues when it comes to school. I first went to school for ballet and then went on to engineering. I finally realized that physical therapy would suit me best and am now on the path to finishing this goal! Continue reading “Winner profile: Carrie Whiteknight” »

Winner Profile: Susan Pertierra

Jul 12, 2011|By: Mike|Leave a comment
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Location: Pembroke Pines, FL Student? Yes What are your thoughts on DegreeSearch and higher education? College and university is a definite path for everyone in my family, from my parents, brothers and sister to my daughters. A well rounded education is essential for everyone. Tell us about the education you’ve received so far: I have … Continue reading “Winner Profile: Susan Pertierra” »

Winner profile: Heather Ellis

Jul 11, 2011|By: Mike|Leave a comment
Heather Ellis

I am thrilled to be back to school after so many years. With all of the new technology, there is so much more information available at the touch of a button and it helps make learning easier! Continue reading “Winner profile: Heather Ellis” »

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