“Online Education Scholarships Help Parents Return to School (US News & World Report)” plus 3 more |
- Online Education Scholarships Help Parents Return to School (US News & World Report)
- OnlineEducation.com Announces Expansion of Liberal Arts & Humanities to its Accredited Online Degree Programs (PRWeb via Yahoo! News)
- New Study Shows Online Education Enrollment is up 17 Percent: Schools.com Launches Online Student Resources to Help (PRWeb)
- New Study Shows Online Education Enrollment is up 17 Percent: Schools.com Launches Online Student Resources to Help (PRWeb via Yahoo! News)
| Online Education Scholarships Help Parents Return to School (US News & World Report) Posted: 03 Feb 2010 01:32 PM PST Message from fivefilters.org: If you can, please donate to the full-text RSS service so we can continue developing it. For many parents who split their time between 40-hour workweeks and taking care of their kids, the idea of continuing their education seems almost impossible. An online learning site called eLearners.com has helped parents overcome the three main barriers to returning to school: time, money, and lack of confidence, says Helen MacDermott, content director for eLearners.com. The site launched Project Working Mom 2010, a program created to award up to 285 full-tuition scholarships from eight accredited online institutions worth about $5 million in total to working mothers and fathers. Project Working Mom 2010 is the fourth in a series of programs run by eLearners.com to "tackle the crisis of the undereducated adult population in America." Of parents ages 22 to 50, 19.6 percent of males and 20.4 percent of females had bachelor's degrees, according to 2009 data from the Census Bureau. (To view these or other tables of education data, visit the Current Population Survey Table Creator.) College degrees pay off in the long run: On average, adults with a bachelor's degree make $26,000 more annually than those with just a high school diploma, according to 2008 Census Bureau data. With tough economic times, more people are going back to school online to continue their education. More than 4.6 million students were taking at least one online course during the fall 2008 term, a 17 percent increase from 2007, according to a Sloan Survey of Online Learning report, "Learning on Demand: Online Education in the United States in 2009." [Read Study: Online Education Continues Its Meteoric Growth.] Project Working Mom started in reaction to the flood of more than 10,000 responses to an essay contest in the September 2007 issue of Women's World magazine for a $1,500 scholarship in conjunction with eLearners.com. The majority of respondents were single mothers, MacDermott says. "We learned how many single mothers put themselves on the back burners because they had families to raise. But as their children got older, they realized that they were no longer in a position where a high school diploma was enough. Any small amount of money would help them get back to school," she says. [See our Online Education listings.] However, MacDermott says eLearners.com didn't want to focus its efforts only on single working mothers because they weren't the only ones who needed help. After receiving letters from working fathers who wanted to be eligible to participate in the scholarship contest, she says, eLearners.com opened up the third series of scholarships to working fathers as well, calling it Project Working Mom . . . and Dad, Too." The scholarship does not require that a parent have a job in order to apply. Heather Herrera is a recent recipient of a full-tuition, four-year scholarship for online education worth $66,000 from Virginia College, which has extensive online degree programs as well as 14 campuses across the South. She is pursuing a bachelor of science in business administration. Herrera graduated from high school and became pregnant the same year, and she says she didn't have the time or money to go directly to college. When her daughter was 1, she tried community college, but she eventually quit. Fourteen years later, Herrera lives in a town outside of Austin with her husband and two daughters. She says she likes the time flexibility of online classes and the convenience of working from home. "While my kids are in school, I do school," she says. "I like the online format; for me it's not as intimidating. In the classroom setting, I am more reserved and don't speak my mind as much. I feel more comfortable saying what I'm going to say if I'm typing it." Jhonny Serrano, also a recipient of a full-tuition, four-year scholarship for online education from Virginia College, looks forward to the financial opportunities an online bachelor's degree can offer. He works in the information technology department at a nonprofit in Washington, D.C., during the day, and takes his online courses at night to pursue a bachelor of science in management information systems. Serrano, who immigrated from Colombia with his wife in 2002, had to start his higher education over in a new language after switching from a different degree path in Colombia. Serrano, who has a 2-year-old daughter to support, says his bachelor's degree will improve his financial stability and job security. He also enjoys the collaboration of the online classroom environment. "We have discussions every week about different topics. In this online environment, you're still building a relationship with others. The teachers are always motivating students." Five Filters featured article: Chilcot Inquiry. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. | |
| Posted: 02 Feb 2010 11:15 PM PST Message from fivefilters.org: If you can, please donate to the full-text RSS service so we can continue developing it. In this day and age of specialization and compartmentalization, liberal arts and humanities degrees are sometimes overlooked and undervalued as legitimately worthwhile courses of study. For individuals who desire a well-rounded, more classical education, a liberal arts or humanities degree can be the perfect solution. Course subjects can range from communications and journalism to general arts and the humanities. A liberal arts education opens the mind to many different subjects and possibilities. It exposes students to a wide variety of ideas, both popular and unpopular, and encourages individuals to think independently and critically when formulating opinions. When choosing an online degree program, prospective students are making an enormous commitment of both time and money. Therefore, it is extremely important to choose a legitimate, fully accredited online degree program such as those now offered on OnlineEducation.com. San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) February 3, 2010 -- OnlineEducation.com, the nation's leading independent resource for education online, announced today that it is increasing its already expansive roster of accredited online degree programs with the addition of online liberal arts and humanities degrees, now available through its website. Liberal Arts cover a wide range of subjects- journalism, communications, foreign languages, English, religious studies, and more. Classes focus on ideas and how to apply them. Many courses center on reading books, having relevant discussions, and composing papers. A liberal arts education teaches students to think critically and develop their intellectual muscles to analyze and organize ideas. It also encourages individuals to broaden their understanding of the world and the issues facing both society and themselves. A popular choice for many prospective students is an online communications degree. It prepares future graduates to work in many different fields within the communications industry. Public relations specialists are involved with the creation of an image for an organization or individual. This can include conducting research, compiling data, writing reports and meeting with target groups. Public information officers are responsible for gathering information and writing speeches, press releases, and newsletters to inform the general public about specific events or topics. A communications director helps promote the goals and policies of a group, usually a non-profit organization. Individuals who want to work in this field need excellent writing and verbal communication skills. They must also be able to manage others. Graduates normally find positions in government, radio, newspapers, education, and private companies. The way we perceive journalism has been greatly transformed over the past few years, largely in part to the incredible rise of the Internet. Information can be accessed almost instantly and at the touch of a finger. Earning an online journalism degree gives students the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to succeed in this competitive industry. Job opportunities in journalism vary greatly. Newspaper reporters cover stories for community, metropolitan, or national publications. These stories are often fast-breaking, so along with flexibility and quick–thinking skills, the ability to write with both speed and accuracy are essential. Investigative reporters are typically hired by newspapers, magazines, or television networks. Their assignments involve researching and flushing out stories about crime, politics, or various scandals. They must be able to discern fact from fiction and be skilled researchers. Foreign correspondents work for media companies in overseas countries and while this may seem like an exotic and high-profile career path, it can also be dangerous and stressful. This job usually involves extensive travel for long periods of time, often in areas of unrest and upheaval. The humanities encompass many different areas of study- history, ethics, languages, archaeology, literature, and philosophy, for example. Individuals who pursue an online humanities degree study the stories, ideas, and words that enable people to make sense of their lives and their world. By illuminating how others have lived and their ideas about life, prospective graduates are better able to understand the difference between what is important and unimportant in individual lives and how to use that knowledge to enrich humanity as a whole. History, anthropology and archaeology study human social, political and cultural development. Literature and languages explore how we communicate with one another and how our ideas are expressed and interpreted. Philosophy, ethics, and religious studies help us consider ideas about the meaning of life and the reasons behind our thoughts and actions. Individuals choosing this degree program will become proficient in writing and speaking clearly and effectively. They will be skilled at analyzing ideas. These attributes are highly regarded and sought by employers in every sector of the business world. For those students wanting a broader field of study, earning an online general arts degree provides a solid educational foundation. This degree is ideal for persons interested in furthering their education and employment possibilities but also want to broaden their expertise beyond one specific area. Coursework can include science, mathematics, fine arts, and many humanities courses. Employers want individuals who possess excellent communication skills, are able to think critically, have problem-solving abilities, and can work with diverse groups of people. A general arts degree prepares students for a number of career paths which can include business, social work or with the necessary certifications, education. About OnlineEducation.com: ### Jeff Thomas Five Filters featured article: Chilcot Inquiry. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. | |
| Posted: 03 Feb 2010 12:17 AM PST Message from fivefilters.org: If you can, please donate to the full-text RSS service so we can continue developing it. | In response to new interest in online education, Schools.com has announced the launch of a downloadable 58-page "Insider's Guide to Online Education" as well as a video section devoted to clearing up myths associated with online education. Comprised of informative interviews with professors and online education students, these free, comprehensive resources are valuable for those who still have doubts about enrolling in an online education program. Foster City, CA (PRWEB) February 3, 2010 -- Nonprofit group, The Sloan Consortium, announced this week that over 4.6 million students took at least one online course during the fall 2008 term, a 17 percent increase over the previous year. In response to this increased interest in virtual learning, Schools.com, a one-stop-shop site for online education programs, announced the launch of free online student resources, including a downloadable 58-page "Insider's Guide to Online Education" and an informative video section. "Despite the fact that more and more students are enrolling in online programs, there is still confusion and myths about earning a degree online," general manager of Schools.com, Gad Alon said. "Our goal with the Insider's Guide to Online Education and our online videos is to provide free, reliable resources that address common concerns. We want to help people find the information they need to weigh all of their education options." The Insider's Guide to Online Education includes: This extensive guide aims to help those who are still unsure whether online education is the best route for them. By providing a collection of in-depth case studies, along with interviews with professors and online students, potential online students will have access to facts, figures and first-hand accounts when making important educational and career decisions. The Video Resource Section includes: "There is no doubt that the number of students enrolling in online education courses is exploding," said Seth Restaino, Schools.com spokesperson. "With more than 1 in 4 higher education students taking at least one course online, it is crucial to provide free, reliable resources that address common concerns. This downloadable guide is an effective tool available to coach people of all ages who are weighing their educational options." About Schools.com For more information on Schools.com and "The Insider's Guide to Online Education" contact Breanne Cooley at 650-578-7695. # # # Post Comment: Five Filters featured article: Chilcot Inquiry. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. |
| Posted: 02 Feb 2010 11:01 PM PST Message from fivefilters.org: If you can, please donate to the full-text RSS service so we can continue developing it. In response to new interest in online education, Schools.com has announced the launch of a downloadable 58-page "Insider's Guide to Online Education" as well as a video section devoted to clearing up myths associated with online education. Comprised of informative interviews with professors and online education students, these free, comprehensive resources are valuable for those who still have doubts about enrolling in an online education program. Foster City, CA (PRWEB) February 3, 2010 -- Nonprofit group, The Sloan Consortium, announced this week that over 4.6 million students took at least one online course during the fall 2008 term, a 17 percent increase over the previous year. In response to this increased interest in virtual learning, Schools.com, a one-stop-shop site for online education programs, announced the launch of free online student resources, including a downloadable 58-page "Insider's Guide to Online Education" and an informative video section. "Despite the fact that more and more students are enrolling in online programs, there is still confusion and myths about earning a degree online," general manager of Schools.com, Gad Alon said. "Our goal with the Insider's Guide to Online Education and our online videos is to provide free, reliable resources that address common concerns. We want to help people find the information they need to weigh all of their education options." The Insider's Guide to Online Education includes: This extensive guide aims to help those who are still unsure whether online education is the best route for them. By providing a collection of in-depth case studies, along with interviews with professors and online students, potential online students will have access to facts, figures and first-hand accounts when making important educational and career decisions. The Video Resource Section includes: "There is no doubt that the number of students enrolling in online education courses is exploding," said Seth Restaino, Schools.com spokesperson. "With more than 1 in 4 higher education students taking at least one course online, it is crucial to provide free, reliable resources that address common concerns. This downloadable guide is an effective tool available to coach people of all ages who are weighing their educational options." About Schools.com For more information on Schools.com and "The Insider's Guide to Online Education" contact Breanne Cooley at 650-578-7695. # # # Schools.com Five Filters featured article: Chilcot Inquiry. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. |
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