Featured Online Education News & Articles |  | In the virtual education world, "college" and "university" are tossed around without any seemingly logical strategy. Search for an online school and you'll see how often "online college" and "online university" are used interchangeably. In reality, online colleges and universities differ much like a traditional college differs from a traditional university. Read about Online College and University Differences » |
|  | Gas prices are climbing every day, so it's no wonder many colleges are reporting a spike in enrollment in online courses. Considering that as much as 79 percent of students live off campus, it makes sense that most have decided to save money by pursuing an education online. Read about Online Schools » |
|  | August acknowledges the anniversary of America's first public police force, formed in 1658 in old New Amsterdam (New York City). Today there are thousands of law enforcement officials and crime scene investigators all over the US, and online law enforcement schools allow students an opportunity to earn a law enforcement degree. Read about Online Law Enforcement Schools » |
|  | July marks the official debut of Bugs Bunny, one of the first stars of animation. From idea to icon, Bugs helped pave the way for the success of Pixar, Imageworks, Aardman Animations and DreamWorks Animation. Find out why animation—and online animation schools—are prospering. Read about Online Animation Schools » |
|  | Kaplan University announced the launch of a Master of Science in Legal Studies (MSLS) degree, an MBA emphasis area in Supply Chain Management and Logistics, and a Certificate in Management and Supervision in Criminal Justice, disciplines that are experiencing increasing demand in the job market. Learn more about "The Exciting New Degree Programs at Kaplan University" » |
|  | Kaplan University today announced the launch of a 10 percent tuition discount for military spouses, on the same day that President Bush called for Congress to allow service members to transfer unused GI Bill education benefits to their spouses and children. Learn more about "Tuition Benefits for Military Spouses at Kaplan University" » |
|  | With more people getting online degrees than ever, old perceptions of online education are changing. Read about upcoming trends in online universities and degree programs that could make this a great time to get your education online. Learn more about "How Online Degrees are Making Education More Accessible" » |
|  | Completing a hospitality online degree program will provide you with a variety of job options that you can tailor to suit your personal set of skills, interests and career goals. Find out about the many facets of the hospitality industry that make it an exciting field to be in. Learn more about "What to Expect in an Online Hospitality Program" » |
|  | While tuition reimbursement programs are expanding, too few employees are familiar with these programs or how to take advantage of them. Read on to find out how you may be able to get your employer to pay for your educational aspirations. Learn more about "What to Look for in Your Employer's Tuition Reimbursement Program" » |
|  | To make life transformations, boomers are re-entering college after years away. For adult students, the following tips can help ease the transition back into school and an online classroom. Read how "Online Education can be the Key to Life Transformations" » |
|  | Effective time management is the most important skill you’ll need in order to succeed in an online degree program. Here are 10 tips to help you remain focused and on track in the online classroom. Learn how to "Break Free from Procrastination" » |
|  | With rising gas prices and the increasing availability of WiFi Internet access, now is a good time to pursue online learning instead of commuting to a traditional classroom. Getting an online degree can save you time and money in the long run. Get connected to "WiFi, Public Transportation and Online Learning" » |
|  | Learn how you can apply life experience credits toward an undergraduate degree which will help to save you time and money and quickly increase your earning potential. Read "How to Earn a Life Experience Degree" » |
|  | Touching a broad spectrum of Americans from teens poised for college to successful mid-career professionals, many are finding solace and personal growth from pursuing religious studies through an online Christian school or college.
Read more about "Christian-Based Career Paths" » |
|  | By earning your human resources degree online, you can count on being better equipped to deal with office conflicts. Here are just a few examples of how experienced human resource management professionals deal with everyday office conflicts.
Read more about "Office Etiquette from HR Management" » |
|  | Clinical psychology department chair at Capella University reveals how online programs compare to the traditional classroom. Learn how students earn online psychology degrees and establish successful careers in the field.
Read more about "Getting a Psychology Degree Online" » |
|  | Dads, as you prepare to celebrate your big day this June, consider the careers and potential online education paths of these five popular TV dads. Find out what these TV dads might earn in real life and what online degree they may have earned to land their jobs.
Read more about "TV Dads and Online Degrees" » |
|  | Do you dread getting out your number two pencils and waiting for the bubble sheet to land on your desk? Getting ready for the SATs, GREs or GMATs? Fear not. Armed with a little information, you can start seeing standardized testing in a new light.
Read more about "Standardized Testing" » |
|  | These days, nurses are all over the small screen, from Scrubs to ER to Grey's Anatomy. While nurses in real life spend more time working with patients than sorting through the affairs of Drs. McDreamy and McSteamy, nursing is a rewarding, stable and lucrative career.
Read more about "Nursing Careers" » |
|  | It's the dawn of a new year, and once again many of us find ourselves looking for a new, better career. Get the inside scoop on what careers are growing, and discover the job you have always wanted – and what it takes to get you there.
Read more about "Top Careers of 2007" » |
|  | New Year's! It's a time to start fresh, set some goals and cross a few items off your life's "To-Do" list. An online college degree may be just the thing to boost your career and bring you more money to do the things you want.
Read more about "New Year's Resolutions" » |
|  | Whether treating a child who stutters or teaching a stroke victim to talk again, speech-language pathologists dedicate their skills and their hearts to helping others. An online degree can help you blossom in the speech pathology field.
Read more about "Speech Pathology Online" » |
|  | You shouldn't let cost deter you from earning your degree. There are more financial aid options available than ever for students pursuing online learning programs. And getting financial aid may be easier than you think.
Read more about "Financial Aid Options" » |
|  | Many people looking to gain new career skills are apprehensive about a time-consuming schedule that keeps them from their jobs or families. Online learning helps ease this burden by offering advanced, high-quality degree programs through virtual classrooms.
Read more about "Online Degrees" » |
|  | Kendra Magen, Student, Strayer University Online
She's 45, a mother of two, a grandmother of three, a teacher of many, and a country-hopping, higher degree-earning student. Kendra Magen is an online student at Strayer University.
Read more of the "Online Student Profile" » |
|  | Kelley Justice, Dean of New Students, Strayer University Online
In addition to playing an administrative role as a dean, Kelley Justice also teaches two sections of an introductory sociology class. Like the other instructors at Strayer, she is highly qualified. Justice holds an MS in Counseling from Villanova University. Prior to joining Strayer, she taught seminars in career counseling.
Read more of the "Online Professor Profile" » |
|  | Online learners are developing powerful skills and building successful, fulfilling careers, meeting and exceeding the expectations of employers.
Read more about "Escaping the Online Stigma" » |
|  | While it used to be that raising a family made it impossible to go back to school and earn an advanced degree, the growth of online learning has made it easier to plan for a career and earn the necessary degrees. With the help of online education programs, it is easier than ever to balance life's demands while taking that step toward a rewarding professional career.
Read more about "Earning Your MBA Online" » |
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