Culture & Society - Education

Nov 9, 2008

We are not going to transform education by simply replacing one administration with another or even by passing new laws.

Nov 9, 2008

Economic survival is not the only factor that we must consider as we rethink education goals for the twenty-first century. To better understand how all of our schools must adapt to new realities, we need to explore three fundamental transformations that have taken place in a very short period of time:

Nov 7, 2008

The Desire to multitask and be constantly Connected to the net and to friends as well as the hunger for immediate results influence how young people today interact with the world -- whether in school or at work or at home or while traveling -- and must be taken into account by both educators and employers. However, the ways in which young people are different today as learners may be the most fundamental change we need to understand as we consider hot to close the global achievement gap.

Nov 7, 2008

* The high school graduation rate in the United States -- which is about 70 percent of the age cohort -- is now well behind that of countries such as Denmark (96 percent), Japan (93 percent), and even Poland (92 percent) and Italy (79 percent).

Oct 18, 2008

Yes, The International Institute of Creative Marketing is poised to rescue the $1 Billion Digital Marketing Industry in India!

Sep 28, 2008

Accounting or accountancy is one of the most promising types of profession today. It is always in demand and the career opportunities here are huge. If you are considering a profession as an accountant, then you will definitely see that this will change your professional life. First of all, you have to know how you can start in the accounting field. Here are some tips that will be able to point you the right way to success.

Sep 22, 2008

Before choosing a major, students will usually consider the potential job opportunities that a course can provide to them after graduation. Naturally, you’d want to get a degree that allows you develop the necessary skills that will give you a better chance at jumpstarting your career. If you're eager to dip your feet in today's most lucrative industries, you might want to consider a career in Design and Technology.

Sep 18, 2008

The video game industry has reached astronomical heights in the world market. Games like “Halo 3”, “Grand Theft Auto 4” and “Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots” are just a few of the titles that have raked in millions of dollars of revenue that can compete with record breaking Hollywood blockbusters such as “Spider Man 3” and “The Dark Knight”.

Aug 27, 2008

Every year, different colleges and universities from all over the world produce graduates with different college degrees. It only means that every year, the unemployment rate increases and very few newly-grads land a job. It is very important to choose the college degree that you're going to take to ensure your professional career in the future.

Aug 15, 2008

When it comes to student aid, scholarships are perhaps the most ideal for any aspirant who wishes to fulfill the dream of attaining higher education. Scholarships provide students with the means to cover their college expenses without any obligation of repayment. This is probably the most enticing advantage of scholarships.

May 9, 2008

Teenagers fall mainly into two categories when it comes to school. Those who are focused and have a plan that includes good grades and college, and those who think it's all a waste of time and are counting off the days until they're free of classes for good.

May 9, 2008

Why do some of us procrastinate and what can we do about it?

May 9, 2008

Having made the decision that home schooling is the best learning opportunity for your child, you now need to consider some basic steps in order to create that school environment.

May 9, 2008

Since you will have to use reference materials in your schooling career, you should have a clear idea of how to use each one.

May 9, 2008

If you have a child who is unsure and not looking forward to this new challenge, there are some things that you can do to help prepare your little one for the adventure that lies ahead.

May 9, 2008

Teamwork is one of the most important skills that high school students can learn, and nowhere is this easier to teach than on the sports field.

May 9, 2008

Did you know that adding an ACT score can give your student a better advantage at admission?

May 9, 2008

A research paper isn't something you can write overnight, nor is it something that can even be left until the last minute.

May 9, 2008

Of all subjects taught in grade school, math seems to be one of the ones responsible for the most worries among students.

May 9, 2008

Get rid of that felling that study time is taking over your life!