An online learning system is usually a portal on the Internet that will allow you to undertake a course on a specific subject matter, without having to travel to a campus or classroom. In today’s society online learning such as this has become increasingly popular with students who also have a 9-5 day job or…
Why using e-books as an educational resource?
It is a fact that the users of e-books have become a well-known mode of studying for many students around the world. It has become a significant educational resource for many university students and self-studying enthusiasts. An e-book is basically a book in electronic format. These days, it can be downloaded to most of the…
Income opportunities for writers – don’t quit your full time job
Some writers like to make writing their own profession while others simply enjoy writing as a hobby. If you want to make money off your writing, but you don’t want to quit your day job, you should consider partaking in some of the following.
What defines amazing books?
There are many authors in the world who write on a wide range of topics that suit their audience. However, not all the books that are released in the market are good for the readers. There are those that fail to meet the expectations of the readers hence it is important to understand the things…
Untranslatable words
“Words are but symbols for the relations of things to one another and to us; nowhere do they touch upon the absolute truth.” – Friedrich Nietzsche The relationship between words and their meanings is a by all means a fascinating one. Linguists have spent years deconstructing it, taking it apart letter by letter, and…
Learn to code!
If your New Year’s resolution is to learn a new skill or find a new job, you can consider making 2015 – the year when you have to learn how to code!! This skill offers many advantages for anyone seeking new opportunities no matter what your current age or job title is. Wide range of…
Libraries still “rule the world”
The mission of libraries has to be appreciated for many reasons. For one, the libraries are changing at the pace of technology, needing i-pad and computer syncing, charging products, disposable or bulk headphones, and other new products – it is all there. The infographic below shows some surprising, but reassuring statistics about the fact that libraries…
3 Reasons to invest in a tutor
A good education is priceless with many obstacles to complete it and serious assistance to achieve the desired level of knowledge. An important aid to seeing a student through a difficult period is the tutor. When you decide to choose one, consider these three scenarios to determine if he/she is needed to prevent abandonment of educational…
Libraries of the future
Will libraries become increasingly virtual and the librarians becoming knowledge navigators? Will libraries disappear as the world goes Wi-Fi or will Google become the future library? Will place remain central, as libraries become anchor tenants in co-located in commercial and public transit-orientated developments? Is social justice what libraries are really about or are they a place for empowering,…