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- Colorado Technical University Launches Two Online Degree Concentrations to Address Growing Fields of Software ...
- Southwestern Law School Announces Online Collaboration with Kaplan Legal Education
- Education: Morning Roundup
- Capella University, an Accredited Online University, Announces 2010 Harold Abel Distinguished Faculty Award Recipients
| Posted: 19 Apr 2010 08:01 AM PDT COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Colorado Technical University, a leading provider of education for career-motivated students, announces the launch of online degree concentrations in software application programming and organizational leadership and change. The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with the new concentration in software application programming focuses on JAVA, stressing information technology foundations and software development life cycle. The software application programming concentration is part of the CTU strategy to build upon other BSIT concentrations in web development, software systems engineering, security and network management. The Master of Science in Management has a new concentration in organizational leadership and change. Leaders who understand how to keep their teams focused and developing will help their organizations thrive in the ever-changing business environment. The program aims to teach leaders how to be an innovator for change, how to energize teams for results, how to inspire, and how to lead with integrity. Both degree concentrations are available nationally online, making the courses easily accessible to busy students and professionals. "We are always working to develop new degree programs that address today's workforce and changing business environment," said Dr. Wallace Pond, chief executive officer for CTU. "These new degree concentrations provide two additional options for students seeking our career-relevant technology and management programs." The online degree offerings include:
For more information about CTU or to register for the new degree programs, please visit www.coloradotech.edu. About Colorado Technical University Founded in 1965, Colorado Technical University (CTU) provides higher education for today's career-focused students and offers them support, flexibility and resources to advance personally and professionally. In addition to degree-track programs at the associate and bachelor's levels, CTU offers masters and doctoral degrees through the CTU Institute of Advanced Studies -- an innovative approach to graduate degrees for career-motivated professionals. CTU campuses include ground schools in Denver; Colorado Springs, Colo.; Pueblo, Colo.; Sioux Falls, S.D.; and Kansas City and an internet based division that delivers degree programs 100 percent online. In fact, the award-winning CTU Online Virtual Campus was recognized as "Best of the Best" in the 2009 Computerworld Honors Program. For more information, please visit www.coloradotech.edu. CTU is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. For more info visit www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org or call 312-263-0456. CTU is also a member of the Career Education Corporation ( Five Filters featured article: Chilcot Inquiry. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. |
| Southwestern Law School Announces Online Collaboration with Kaplan Legal Education Posted: 19 Apr 2010 06:00 AM PDT LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Southwestern Law School and its Donald E. Biederman Entertainment and Media Law Institute today announced a partnership with Kaplan Legal Education to provide a fully online option for its Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree in Entertainment and Media Law. The Southwestern resident LL.M. program, which was the first of its kind established at an American law school, has prepared a generation of effective and talented entertainment, media and intellectual property lawyers. Beginning in fall 2010, students will have the option of attending classes in-person in Los Angeles or online from anywhere in the world. "Southwestern has had a long and intensive involvement with the entertainment and media industries in Los Angeles and beyond," said Southwestern's Dean Bryant G. Garth. "The new online LL.M. provides students with the unique opportunity to take advantage of our outstanding entertainment and media law faculty from the convenience of an office in New York, at home in Nashville or while traveling internationally. This expertise in a constantly changing area of practice can now be shared with attorneys around the globe." The first courses offered will include Copyright Law and Entertainment Law with Professor Robert Lind, Internet and E-Commerce Law with Professor Michael Scott, and Theater Law with Professor Gordon Firemark. The online LL.M. curriculum will also feature specialized courses such as Adult Entertainment Law, Motion Picture Production Law, Entertainment Forensic Accounting, and Fashion Law, among others. "Through this partnership, Kaplan Legal Education will leverage its innovative platform and online expertise to bring Southwestern's acclaimed entertainment and media law curriculum to a broader audience," said Steven Burnett, vice president for development, Kaplan Legal Education. "This will provide both increased accessibility to legal education and greater opportunities for students." Information about the Entertainment and Media Law online LL.M. program that begins in fall 2010 is available online at www.swlaw.edu/academics/llm. About the Biederman Entertainment and Media Law Institute of Southwestern Law School Southwestern established the Donald E. Biederman Entertainment and Media Law Institute in 2000 to provide aspiring entertainment and media lawyers the tools they need to make it in these competitive and dynamic businesses, and to be the resource of choice for attorneys and executives in the industry. The Institute offers a cutting-edge curriculum taught by an outstanding cadre of full-time professors with extensive industry experience and a roster of adjunct faculty members that reads like a "Who's Who" of the entertainment and media law bar. The Institute has established externships in over 50 settings ranging from the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences to Warner Bros., and an entertainment law firm practicum, as well as specialized summer programs in Los Angeles and London, and publishes the Journal of International Media and Entertainment Law in conjunction with the ABA Forums on Communications Law and Entertainment and Sports Industries. For more information on the Biederman Institute, visit www.swlaw.edu/academics/biederman. About Kaplan Legal Education Kaplan Legal Education (KLE) offers a breadth of online legal and law-related certificate and degree programs. KLE and its proprietary learning management system provide an online delivery system developed specifically to support the requirements of a robust and interactive legal education. Concord Law School was launched on the platform in 1998 and is today the leading online law school with more than 1,000 graduates and 1,500 current students across the U.S. and internationally. KLE is part of Kaplan University, a Kaplan Higher Education school. Kaplan Higher Education is part of Kaplan, Inc., a leading international provider of educational and career services for individuals, schools, and businesses. Kaplan, Inc., is a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company and its largest and fastest-growing division. For more information about Kaplan University, visit www.kaplan.edu/talent. Five Filters featured article: Chilcot Inquiry. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. |
| Posted: 19 Apr 2010 08:49 AM PDT  Morning Roundup: From the Arizona Daily Star: No-Oreo Zone Kids at school can't bring processed food.From The New York Times: Alternate Path for Teachers Gains Ground In New York, alternative teacher programs may soon offer a master's degree, delivering a blow to education.From The New York Times' Education Life: An Open Mind Putting free courseware online was a first step in reimagining education. What now? Wiki U's, smart courses and, maybe, learning.From The New York Times: At Upstate Campus, Saving Energy Is Part of Dorm Life Two residence halls at Ithaca College in upstate New York earned Energy Star labels as part of campus efforts to be environmentally friendly.Photo via Suzanne DeChillo at The New York Times. 
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| Posted: 19 Apr 2010 09:40 AM PDT MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Capella University, an accredited online university* that has built its reputation by providing high quality online degree programs for working adults, announced the recipients of the 2010 Harold Abel Distinguished Faculty Awards, which are presented annually to an outstanding faculty member from each of the university's schools. Nearly 34,000 students are pursuing an online degree at Capella University (http://www.capella.edu), with 33 percent enrolled in Capella's doctoral degree programs, and 48 percent enrolled in Capella's master's degree programs. The award is named in honor of Capella University's founding president and chairman, the late Dr. Harold Abel. Recipients are chosen by faculty leadership across the university in consultation with the executive academic leadership team. The 2010 Harold Abel Distinguished Faculty Award winners are: Kelley Chappell, PhD – Dr. Chappell was selected for her work launching Capella's new BS in Psychology degree program, including supervising the course development and serving as acting faculty chair for the program. She was selected as the recipient from the Harold Abel School of Psychology, now the Department of Psychology of the Harold Abel School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Cheryl Doran, PhD – Dr. Doran, core faculty in Capella's School of Education, was honored for her performance as interim content lead for postsecondary and adult education, her excellence in the courseroom, and her additional contributions to the school, such as chairing the faculty review panel. Benjamin Noah, PhD – Dr. Noah received the award from Capella's School of Public Service Leadership for leading the development and oversight of the school's important first course, along with his exemplary performance as a mentor to both new and long-time students. Tina Stavredes, PhD – A core faculty member for Capella's School of Undergraduate Studies, Dr. Stavredes was selected for her accomplished teaching, as well as her innovative instructional strategies, which have often been adopted as standard procedure throughout the school and university. Kathryn van Asselt, PhD – Dr. van Asselt was recognized for her outstanding work on Capella's counseling programs, including her role as a subject matter expert in the development of Capella's PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision. She was also lauded for her contributions to the field of counseling, including publication in two peer-reviewed journals, both as first author, and national and state presentations on leadership and advocacy. Dr. van Asselt was selected as the recipient from the School of Human Services, now the Department of Counseling of the Harold Abel School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Mary Whitman, DBA – Capella's School of Business and Technology selected Dr. Whitman for the motivational approach she brings to teaching and mentoring doctoral students, as well as her collaborative, innovative contributions to such tasks as the PhD colloquium revision and the scientific merit reviews of dissertation proposals. "We have an exceptional group of faculty members at Capella, and it is difficult each year to choose whom to honor with the Harold Abel Distinguished Faculty Award," said Deborah Bushway, PhD, Capella University's vice president, academic affairs, and provost. "These six faculty members have truly distinguished themselves as inspirational teachers and faculty leaders, and we're proud to recognize them with this coveted award." About the award The Harold Abel Distinguished Faculty Award is named for the late Dr. Harold Abel, who co-founded Capella with Stephen Shank and served as its first president, as well as chancellor and chair of the university's board of directors. Dr. Abel had a 44-year career as an educator. His dedication to quality and innovation is honored by this award, which recognizes faculty excellence and leadership. The awards have been given annually since 1999. About Capella University Capella University is an accredited online university that has built its reputation by providing quality online degree programs for working adults. More than 80 percent of Capella students are currently enrolled in master's or doctoral online degree programs in business, counseling, education, human services, information technology, nursing, psychology, public administration, public health, public safety, and social work. Capella also offers bachelor's degree programs in business, information technology, nursing, psychology, public administration, and public safety. Within those areas, Capella currently offers 129 graduate and undergraduate specializations and 15 certificate programs. Nearly 34,000 learners were enrolled as of Dec. 31, 2009, from all 50 states and 52 other countries. Capella is committed to providing high-caliber academic excellence and pursuing balanced business growth. Founded in 1993, Capella University is a wholly owned subsidiary of Capella Education Company, headquartered in Minneapolis. For more information, please visit http://www.capella.edu or call 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552). Become a fan of the Capella Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CapellaUniversity. Follow Capella on Twitter at http://twitter.com/CapellaU. * Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), www.ncahlc.org. Capella University, Capella Tower, 225 South Sixth Street, Ninth Floor, Minneapolis, MN 55402, 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552), www.capella.edu. Learn more about earning an online degree: Five Filters featured article: Chilcot Inquiry. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction. |
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