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Monthly Archives: April 2011

  • Ways to Make Math More Tolerable

    Ways to Make Math More Tolerable

    Let’s face it- math isn’t exactly everyones favorite subject. Math can be an extremely difficult subject to tackle, especially for those that don’t have strong skills when working with fractions, formulas, statistics, and numbers in general. But while math isn’t always the easiest subject to conquer, there are some ways that students can try to [...] Contine Reading »

  • Work, Travel, Play

    Work, Travel, Play

    Sometimes students can become overwhelmed by the concept that they have a large project to complete, but are forced to make a long trip home before they think they can start this lengthy process. The truth of the matter is traveling can be a pretty solid arena for those with work to do. Unlike a [...] Contine Reading »

  • Online Exam Prep

    Online Exam Prep

    Now that you have your first exam coming up, you’re not sure what to expect. Just because you’re taking your online class exam at home or at the library doesn’t make it any less nerve-racking than taking it in a classroom. Follow these important steps to ensure that you make the grade. Find the right [...] Contine Reading »

  • Whether It’s Easy or Hard

    Whether It’s Easy or Hard

    There will be times in college where you will be given a test or quiz that does not strain your brain as much as others. This can go to the point where you may even label the task as easy. However, the one thing to avoid when you are handed a more manageable assignment, is [...] Contine Reading »

  • Textbooks Versus Online Course Materials in Distance Classes

    Textbooks Versus Online Course Materials in Distance Classes

    When choosing an online education program, there are many factors to consider. Because most students have never tried online learning before, it can be easy to overlook the details when comparing programs. However, sometimes it is the smallest details that can make the biggest difference in an online education experience. One detail that is often [...] Contine Reading »

  • Accreditation 101

    Accreditation 101

    What is accreditation? According to the U.S. Department of Education, accreditation is the recognition that an institution maintains standards requisite for its graduates to gain admission to other reputable institutions of higher learning or to achieve credentials for professional practice. This includes professional accreditation, which recognizes that your institution adheres to the acceptable … Contine Reading »