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Students Choose Cheaper Colleges Over Expensive and Prestigious Colleges
Posted on Apr 3, 2010 02:22:39 AM
With ever-rising loan interest rates, dwindled savings from financial hardship and less scholarships on the market than in years prior, high school graduates are having to decide between Ivy League and state schools based on price versus prestige.
With seven out of ten high school graduates heading straight to college, the student enrollment is up, as are the tuition prices.
Private colleges are averaging about $35,000 and state universities are about $15,000 a year. When compared with the value comparison calculators offered on most state university websites, students may see that after four years they could potentially save over $100,000. Those numbers are hard to argue with.
But legacy schools are not backing down or lowering their prices, claiming that a degree with a prestigious name can open doors for better jobs than state universities can and admission agents argue that students should be making decisions based on intellectual sense not cents.
‘H’ Is For ‘Half-Measure Haggis’
Posted on Mar 4, 2010 10:03:54 AM
ABC News reported that the public high schools in Grand Rapids, Michigan, have decided to give out “H” grades in lieu of a failing “F” grade. The “H” stands for “held,” and means the student has twelve weeks to do the work and fix the problem.
Yale University professor of psychology and child psychiatry, Alan Kazdin, makes an excellent point in his interview:
[Kazdin] believes that schools that veer away from giving children the grades they have earned – even when it’s a zero or an “F” – aren’t doing anyone any good.
“Children aren’t going to gain from ambiguous information regarding their grades,” said Kazdin.
“The fact is children are failing yet we don’t want to call it that,” said Kazdin. “It’s this whole notion that everyone’s a winner and everyone gets a trophy.”
Kazdin argues that children are perceptive enough that they will eventually realize they aren’t doing well in school whether teachers give them “F”s or not, and that hiding their true level of achievement will only confuse them further.
“The task is to change the reality, not the labeling of it,” he said.
Providing detailed feedback on what children can do to improve their grades is imperative, said Kazdin. While students may feel initially feel demoralized when they receive a failing grade, Kazdin said that by providing them with specific ways to improve their class standing they will eventually benefit from the traditional grading system.
Getting an “F” sends a pretty clear message to a kid that they are not getting it done, for whatever reason (learning issues, home issues, crappy school issues, etc.). Kids don’t need a bigger and brighter neon sign pointing out their academic inadequacies; they need a teacher or two to sit down with them and figure out what isn’t getting done, why it isn’t getting done, and how the kid can begin to dismantle the seemingly insurmountable mound of emotional and educational sh*t that has piled up in said kid’s life.
Someone help them fix it for god’s sake. And if they’re trying to flunk out on purpose, well, that’s too damn bad. They’re going to have to find a different school district ‘cause there will apparently be no flunking out of the Grand Rapids school district.
Why do technical schools differ from vocational schools?
Posted on Oct 22, 2009 02:35:50 PM
Does a degree program at a technical school interest you? You will probably say yes. After all technical schools offers various benefits that really stand out when compared to others. These include low tuition fees which would mean a huge saving. Apart from that a degree from a technical school will unfailingly promise you, a career, immediately after you complete your academics. Moreover it is not so difficult to find a technical school near you. You can inquire in your local phone directory for technical schools that operate near your area. A major benefit will be that these schools will provide you with study hours that are convenient to you. You can even search online for more resources on GA Technical Schools and Technical Colleges in IL, available in your state. Such programs even offer you the ease of studying only what you actually need to know about the program.
Saving money at university
Posted on Sep 25, 2009 11:51:23 PM
Debt is something most students can’t avoid while at university, so saving money is essential. But how can students save money and avoid going further into debt?
We will take a look at just two of the ways you, as a student could improve your financial situation while at university.
Get a part-time job
Getting a part-time or seasonal job while at university is an excellent way of boosting your income and improving your finances. There are plenty of places you could apply for a job – here’s just a small selection of ideas:
• Supermarkets
• Clothes/retail stores
• Pharmacies
• Bakers
• Charity shops
• Libraries, etc.
The benefit of part-time work is that if you earn less than a certain amount in a year, it will be tax-free! You may find that earning just £100 a month will help you afford your day-to-day living costs, and help reduce the amount of debt you graduate with.
On the other hand, if you can’t find paid work, you could do voluntary work. This could lead to a permanent job one day, but the main thing you will get out of this is experience – which could help you get a paid job next time you look for one!
Keep your debt under control
Adapted from the student debt guide at ThinkMoney.com:
As mentioned, most students will take on debt to help them through university. Some students will find this debt becomes difficult to manage, but providing you keep to a strict budget and avoid spending your money on things you don’t need, then hopefully you’ll find that your debt isn’t as much of a problem as it could have been.
If you find that you have extra money each month, you could save this, and use it to repay some of your debt faster when you graduate – or keep it so you don’t have to borrow so much in the first place!
Internship Jobs: First Step To A Blooming Career
Posted on Sep 15, 2009 04:46:04 PM
Are you a new graduate and are looking for internship jobs? Do you want to increase your work experience? This post is going to help you to find out the advantages of an internship.
Internship jobs are an excellent practice for undergraduate or newly graduated students who are eager to put their skills into practice and develop personal qualities necessary for a bright career. It is a good opportunity to get hands-on experience, enlarge your world outlook, foster communication skills, build teamwork skills and develop self-confidence.
Judging from my own experience I can definitely say that internship is a perfect way to proficiency and sophistication. Before applying for this job I was an intern as a translator. Internship jobs helped me broaden my mental horizons. I developed my communication, translation and writing skills. I also expand my background of knowledge, encouraged understanding and corporation, and gained strong self-motivation techniques in my performance. Believe me that the knowledge gained during my internship made me a more self-confident person, ready to set a goal for my future career and reach my target.
If you are not a native speaker of English but have good knowledge of it, an internship would be a great opportunity for setting your future career. Moreover, if you stand out from the rest during the internship you are sure to get hired. Always remember that a gifted person will never be lost.
25 Safest Colleges and Universities in the U.S.
Posted on Sep 15, 2009 04:35:40 PM
College is supposed to be a place of higher learning and fun. You don’t expect to get robbed or attacked on campus. However these things happen daily on college campuses across the U.S. You can protect yourself by using these tips.
Reader’s Digest recently ranked the safest colleges in the U.S. The following is a list of the top 25. However, students at these schools should still remain aware of their surroundings on campus and not take any unnecessary risks.
25 Safest Schools in the U.S.
1. Johns Hopkins University (MD)
2. Northeastern University (MA)
3. Michigan Technological University (MI)
4. University of Kentucky (KY)
5. Loyola Marymount University (CA)
6. University of Texas (TX)
7. Syracuse University (NY)
8. Washington University in St. Louis (MO)
9. Birmingham-Southern College (AL)
10. Seattle University (WA)
11. Boston University (MA)
12. New York University (NY)
13. California Institute of Technology (CA)
14. Loyola College in Maryland (MD)
15. College of New Jersey (NJ)
16. Southern Methodist University (TX)
17. Loyola University (IL)
18. West Virginia University (WV)
19. Bowdoin College (ME)
20. University of Tennessee (TN)
21. Columbia University (NY)
22. Lafayette College (PA)
23. Trinity College (CT)
24. University of Colorado at Boulder (CO)
25. College of Charleston (SC)
Colleges In The USA
Posted on Sep 13, 2009 04:37:21 PM
Today the United States of America has become a famous destination for students worldwide.
Annually thousands of foreign students seeking higher education come to the USA. Certainly education is a powerful weapon, a key to future success. And it is no secret that most universities and colleges in America provide students with education that will later on smooth out their path for a better career.
Due to financial aid programs and scholarships, tuition fees are often cut in half or even more. This makes studying in the USA more affordable.
At college-scholarships.com you will get answers to all your questions and learn about different scholarships and financial aid programs available in the USA. There you can choose a college that would be most suitable to you. It is the goal of USA colleges to foster the education of low and middle income students through financial aid programs. For instance, Taft College in California like many other USA colleges grants financial assistance to the students in need to meet their costs of education.
So, you only have to choose the right college and make your dream of studying in the USA come true.
Do not miss the chance of getting higher education in the USA. It will become a gateway to your future welfare and success.
Choosing A Graduation Gift
Posted on Sep 12, 2009 04:36:28 PM
Graduation is a serious event in every person’s life. It is a new step in professional life, a step into the world of adults.
And, of course, every big event in your life is worth celebrating, yet there is no celebration without gifts. Thus, choosing a gift for graduation is not an easy task. You always want to be original as well as creative, and you want your gift to stand out from the rest.
While choosing a grad gift do focus on the price, but try to choose something which will evoke sweet memories connected with this important period of the person close to you who is graduating. Unfortunately, not every desired gift is affordable. For example, a air ticket would be one of the most valuable gifts for someone newly graduated. Nothing can be compared with a trip that will leave cherished memories which last a lifetime. However, it is a big gift and not everyone can afford it.
Another gift that would mark the beginning of an independent life could be furniture. Furniture is essential for a college graduate who has made up his mind to move out of his parents’ home and live a mature life under his or her own roof.
If you are looking for a special gift for your techie buddy, you can pick up a cellphone, an iPod or a digital camera. This is much more affordable than the air ticket or the furniture.
If you cannot afford any of the gifts mentioned above, a high school themed photo frame with a college photo in it would always be a sweet reminder of past days.
If you care for the future career of your friend, a book about how to write an effective resume would be a great contribution to your friend’s career.
The best gift for graduation though is your presence at the graduation party. Share your friend’s happiness and exciting emotions on one of the most important days in his or her life.
Celebrities Also Pursue College Degrees
Posted on Sep 2, 2009 04:38:13 PM
A considerable number of people have a tendency to think that it’s impossible to be a talented celebrity and a well-educated personality at the same time.
But isn’t it possible to be a celebrity and in the meantime a qualified engineer, a linguist or an experienced dentist? According to a well-known proverb, a talented person is talented in everything. Indeed there are a number of celebrities who pursued a degree in USA colleges and proved to be quite successful in their studies.
One of those talented celebrities is Adam Sandler. This famous actor who mostly plays funny roles, graduated from New York University with a degree in Fine Arts.
Another renowned and adored celebrity is Natalie Portman who received a Harvard education pursuing a degree in psychology. While doing so this gifted actress was working on the second “Star Wars” film trilogy. Natalie, who has a command of five languages, has published two papers in scientific journals. This glamorous celebrity even lectured a course on terrorism at Columbia University.
Another talented celebrity whose fame is spread all over the world, is football referee Pierluigi Collina. Pierluigi attained a degree in economics and worked as a financial consultant before dedicating himself to football.
Being talented and educated offers a wide array of advantages. A well-educated person always inspires respect and admiration. Of course pursuing a college degree at USA colleges isn’t something simple. One must have adequate skills and abilities to do it.
IT Knowledge For Your Career
Posted on Aug 22, 2009 04:39:21 PM
Information technology is developing at full speed, involving more and more people into the fray. Whereas several years ago IT didn’t mean anything to a great number of people, today it has really become a lifestyle for most of us.
IT is one of the most modern and beneficial businesses these days, so more and more people are inclined to become a part of the IT world. However, it is not that easy. It requires much studying and practical efforts of several years.
There is a big number of IT training courses for those who realize the benefits of IT business. Computer networking Orange County claims that studying information technology can show great progress for the educational system. They are sure that IT knowledge develops students and gives them much confidence. Students with good IT knowledge are more likely to have a promising and perspective career.
IT greatly expands your career opportunities: management consulting, banking and engineering are only a part of your career options.
IT knowledge can become your visiting card to the modern world full of beneficial job opportunities.