As an instructor at a private college, in spite of the fact that I have contact with the younger generation, I frequently find myself counseling adults thinking about returning to school to further their education. Actually, it is not that much a counseling session, as it is a bit of “a pep talk”. One of…
Class learning with BrainPOP
BrainPOP was founded in 1999, and ever since then it is used to create animated, curricular content that engages students, supports educators, and bolsters achievement. They have been awarded many times and have won valuable awards on online educational resources. Some of the things they can be proud of are:
The next 25 years of the universities
Two possible developments The development of most industries is rapidly changing with the development of the technology. In this direction is the development of the education. It grows as the technology evolves. Overall statistics say that the mayor obstacle of gaining higher education are the finances. 2011 Pew Research Center survey on the cost and…
Vocational school of the future
Your future is important, there is no doubt about this. It is so important, that you need to work on it, beginning today. While they say that the only thing constant about life is the change, prepare yourself for this and you have it made. The most important tool you will need on this endeavor…
How to choose a career path?
High school is an exciting time for young people. Identities begin to be established, new interests are explored, and students begin to realize what goals they have for their time beyond high school. Performing well on tests and being admitted to a college isn’t enough to succeed in the world. To make the most…
Ten tips for university e-learning
Online higher education means a lot of things. It’s flexible, convenient, students can study on their own time, schedules, without compromising their work and professional lives. In addition to these it is effective, accommodates virtually any learning style (Skype, video, podcasts and other multi-media materials to supplement more traditional, text-based learning.) e-learning is also more…
Looking for scholarships?
If you’re ready to start applying for scholarships, but aren’t exactly sure how to get started, the following five tips will put you on the right track: Don’t limit yourself While a student hinging his entire college experience on a single scholarship usually makes for a compelling movie plot, it’s not the best route for…
How to become an online tutor?
Diversity: Your students are likely to come from all parts of the globe. How amazing would it feel to touch the lives of people from all around the world? It’s incredibly rewarding. Schedule: Work your own hours and don’t be bound by a 9-5 routine. It helps to remove the monotonous drudgery of everyday life…
Teaching as a profession: Present and future
Teaching helps to uplift the standard of people and shows the students the right path to follow. The teacher helps to create a future which will bring happiness and prosperity for the country, society and a particular family. Here we discuss the present connotations associated with this job and the future trends that will have…
What every parent needs to know about homeschooling?
Homeschooling can be a grand adventure for parents and children alike. In the past it might have had a negative stigma, but in recent times with some of the issues the public schools are having, that stigma has gone away. In its place is an acceptance that has schools, colleges and businesses realizing how successful…
