Choosing the Right School for Your Child

Every parent wants what is best for their child. This might be a difficult task, especially with the vast number of schools to choose from.

The best possible option would be to choose a school that is well known and established and one that has a good reputation. You would want the school to provide a good all-round education… Read the rest

The Process of Reading

As much as 33% of the population still cannot read. Quite a number of children pick up the ability to read, quite well, even while not being taught. Some children however struggle through it. For these children, a systematic process must be followed in order to ensure that they will be able to read. Here are a few things to… Read the rest

Why Should You Learn a Foreign Language?

With the world growing more and more competitive, knowing a few foreign languages has its bonuses. At some workplaces it is a must. Knowing a foreign language, whether it is for social, professional or personal reasons will have its benefits. Here are a few:

Professional reasons – most people would learn a foreign language because their employer insists on it.… Read the rest

Why your kids should consider college education?

Colleges are holding graduation ceremonies and schools are getting ready to send kids home for summer. It is hard for parents to keep their college bound kids on study mode during their summer vacation. Here are few points to stress and discuss with your kids to stay on track even during their summer vacation.

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What to do with your student loan if you are in default

About $67 million student loans are currently in default in the U.S. If someone hasn’t made a payment on a student loan for more than 270 days, then it is considered in default. Loans have been issued by the Department of Education (DOE) and there are 23 private debt collecting companies working for the DOE to collect on your debt.… Read the rest

Bullying

“Bully”, a documentary by Lee Hirceh, is due to be released in March/April 2012 for wider audience. The movie comes out at a time when the subject of bullying in the forefront. Many of us endured bullying as a fact of school life but the movie put a spin to it as a social issue that need to be addressed.… Read the rest

Choosing a major in college

There are many reasons why you choose a certain major in your college application. Some like certain major because they are fascinated about the subject. Some choose because it may prepare them for a career in that field. Some choose a major as a way to get in the door and expect to change the major once they get in.… Read the rest

THE IMPACT OF IPAD ON EDUCATION

It is an undebatable fact that the invention of the ipad in 2010 has greatly impacted on the learning process.This article shall examine, both positively and negatively, how the ipad is making a difference in education, Teachers and tutors across the globe have reported increased engagement and,to a lesser extent, achievement.The ipad is useful to both students and teachers.It has… Read the rest

Students in tornado-hit Ind. town await ‘Lady A’

Tornadoes battered their school and homes, and spring break was spent cleaning up. Henryville has only begun to rebuild, but for one night, its high school students will get to put aside their worries for a private show by one of country music’s biggest acts Here is the original post:  Students in tornado-hit Ind. town await ‘Lady A’  Read More →

Illinois Considers Allowing Miniature Horses as Services Animals

According to the Associated Press, the Illinois Senate voted 40-11 on a bill that would add miniature horses to the list of services animals that can accompany individuals with documented disabilities. If signed into law, the horses could undergo special training to accompany disabled people into public schools, stores and other locations. Here are some facts about House Bill 3826. Go here to read... [Read more]

ICC prosecutor OK with delay to trial of Kenyans

UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) – The International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor said on Wednesday he would not oppose a delay to the start of a trial of four prominent Kenyans, including two leading presidential hopefuls, accused of fuelling post-election violence in 2007. The group, including former Finance Minister Uhuru Kenyatta and former Higher Education Minister William Ruto, are... [Read more]

Group Sues State of California to Undo Teacher Job Protection

Students Matter, a non-profit group dedicated to changing the way the Golden State hires and fires teachers, issued a press release alerting of a lawsuit it filed on behalf of eight minors who are students in California public schools. Originally posted here:  Group Sues State of California to Undo Teacher Job Protection  Read More →

Mark Cuban Correct in Predicting Drastic Shake Up of College Education

COMMENTARY | According to US News and World Report, billionaire Mark Cuban has predicted an upcoming “destabilization” of the nation’s college education system in his blog. For those considering college nonetheless, the outspoken entrepreneur, best known for his ownership of the Dallas Mavericks, provided advice on how to pick the best college deal. Cuban is critical of the high tuition... [Read more]