Category : Education Advice

Thinking differently about the human capacity for learning [video]

Oct 20, 2010|By: Mike|3 Comments

Creative expert Sir Ken Robinson is an internationally recognized leader, speaker, Professor of Education, and author. Recently, one of his talks at the RSA was animated to further illustrate his thoughts on the current state of education. Robinson poses that our current education system is outdated. He points to the (maybe not so incidental) parallel … Continue reading “Thinking differently about the human capacity for learning [video]” »

Accredited online education degree

Sep 13, 2010|By: Amber|4 Comments

Getting your degree online is mainstream in today’s educated world. An important part of preparing to get your online education is to make sure the school you are considering is an accredited school. What does it mean to be accredited? According to the U.S. Department of Education: Accreditation in the United States is a voluntary, … Continue reading “Accredited online education degree” »

Graduating from College with Less Debt

Sep 10, 2010|By: Jamie|Leave a comment

One of the biggest barriers to getting a degree, such as an online bachelors degree in business, is the cost. College is definitely an expensive venture, especially since the tuition isn’t the only contributor to the debt that can accumulate. Other factors are books, fees, housing, and the reduced income from taking time out of … Continue reading “Graduating from College with Less Debt” »

Transitioning towards a Bachelors degree

Aug 23, 2010|By: Jamie|1 Comment

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It’s true that getting a bachelors degree can increase your earning potential and chances of getting a job. But some people aren’t ready to commit to a four-year program, or a cumbersome class schedule. Luckily, there’s a solution that can help bridge the gap between you and your four-year degree: An associates degree.

Things to Consider When Choosing Online Classes

Aug 10, 2010|By: Jamie|Leave a comment

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After choosing to get an accredited online education degree, some people can become intimidated when it comes time to actually register for specific classes to take. Even though there are certain required classes, deciding which instructor to take from can be difficult. U.S. News and World Report offers some useful questions to ask prospective instructors.

The Perfect Time For A Degree

Jul 1, 2010|By: Jamie|Leave a comment

According to a report recently released by Georgetown University, the number of jobs requiring college degrees is growing faster than the number of people who complete those degrees: America is slowly coming out of the Recession of 2007—only to find itself on a collision course with the future: not enough Americans are completing college . … Continue reading “The Perfect Time For A Degree” »

Non-Traditional Students

Jun 23, 2010|By: Jamie|Leave a comment

Many people might be intimidated by the idea of entering college as a non-traditional student, or a student over the age of 25. They might see college as a place for “young people” or as a missed opportunity. However, those considering obtaining a higher education as a non-traditional student are not alone. According to the … Continue reading “Non-Traditional Students” »

Student Attitudes in Education

May 14, 2010|By: Jamie|1 Comment

I came across a very interesting article that addresses attitudes of students in regards to learning. Carol Dweck believes that there is a difference between teaching students to get good grades because they’re naturally smart, and teaching them to get good grades as a result of hard work. She’s done research to show that being … Continue reading “Student Attitudes in Education” »

Digital vs. Traditional Education

May 7, 2010|By: Joseph|1 Comment

Over the past 10 years, we’ve seen a significant shift in the way we learn. Instead of encyclopedias we use wikis. Where we once had books, we have PDFs, mp3s and eBooks. Rather than go to the library, we go online. And in many cases, in the place of the classroom we have forums and … Continue reading “Digital vs. Traditional Education” »

How to take online classes

Dec 9, 2009|By: Amber|Leave a comment

If you aren’t sure what an online class might entail this YouTube video is here to help. They make some really great points and answer some very common questions a person might have that is considering online classes. Leave it to Howcast to put it all together in one simple video. Let’s review what they … Continue reading “How to take online classes” »

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