Can online badges help you get a job?
February 16, 2012
The latest trend in online education is education badges, which signal competency is a specific skill. Should you ditch your degree program and earn a badge instead?
Are you a dropout risk? 3 tips to stay in school
February 15, 2012
Approximately one in four college freshman drops out after their first year. Find out what leads so many students to drop out and learn strategies you can use to make sure you're not one of them.
Can you trust college rankings?
February 14, 2012
College rankings may get a lot of publicity, but they are just one small piece of the overall picture when you evaluate colleges. Learn what other elements to consider and find out what role rankings should play.
What employers wish you'd learned in college
February 14, 2012
Recent college grads are coming to work without key skills, a recent survey found. Find out what skills your boss thinks you need to succeed, and get tips for gaining those skills on the job.
Fair use or foul in the Internet classroom?
February 02, 2012
Online students depend on the free exchange of ideas on the Internet. What do Internet copyright protection laws like SOPA and PIPA mean for the virtual classroom? Learn how you can play fairly online by respecting copyright and citing sources.
5 ways Obama wants to cut your college costs
January 27, 2012
What does the future hold for college students in America? President Obama's State of the Union address lays out five steps the federal government could take to put you within reach of a degree and a solid career path in 2012.
Why employers don't care about your college major
January 20, 2012
College graduates in some technical and applied majors have an edge in securing a job right out of college, a new report finds. But does that mean your major determines your future?
Do people think your profession is trustworthy?
January 19, 2012
Find out in which five careers Americans put their faith, and learn how you can make an honest living.
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- Skills Gap
- Study Habits
- Tax Day
- American Time Use Survey
- Class Of 2011
- Salary
- Class Of 2010
- Pell Grant
- Education Legislation
- Adult Education
- Community College
- Tuition Increases
- Working World
- Financial Aid
- College Enrollment
- Value Of College
- Benefits Of College
- Career Training
- College Financial Aid
- Online Degrees
- Job Education
- College Cost
- College Admissions & Credit Transfers
- Jobs In Business
- Paying For School
- Online Colleges
- Graduation
- Student Loan Debt
- College Investment
- 4th Of July
- Back To School
- Employment Numbers
- Jobs Report
- Grad School
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The latest trend in online education is education badges, which signal competency is a specific skill. Should you ditch your degree program and earn a badge instead?
Feb 16, 2012 -
Approximately one in four college freshman drops out after their first year. Find out what leads so many students to drop out and learn strategies you can use to make sure you're not one of them.
Feb 15, 2012 -
College rankings may get a lot of publicity, but they are just one small piece of the overall picture when you evaluate colleges. Learn what other elements to consider and find out what role rankings should play.
Feb 14, 2012 -
Recent college grads are coming to work without key skills, a recent survey found. Find out what skills your boss thinks you need to succeed, and get tips for gaining those skills on the job.
Feb 14, 2012 -
Online students depend on the free exchange of ideas on the Internet. What do Internet copyright protection laws like SOPA and PIPA mean for the virtual classroom? Learn how you can play fairly online by respecting copyright and citing sources.
Feb 2, 2012 -
Even true love sometimes needs a little help. Marriage counselors help keep the flame burning long after the honeymoon is over.
Feb 1, 2012
Come full circle
Learn about today's education trends
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Pressure from parents: Do students need more of it?
Could more parental pressure help students to succeed academically? Or do students have enough on their plates without having to worry about pressure from parents? Check out our infographic and weigh in.
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The College Gender Gap
In education, like in other areas of life, there’s a clear gender gap – but it may not be what you think. Young women actually outdo young men when it comes to earning degrees, and women also value education more highly. But there’s a flip side. Find out more about how men and women are separated by degrees.
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Mother knows best
Here, get a look at the educations and careers--both official and unofficial--of moms today. For example, did you know that mothers manage to change 7,300 diapers before their children turn two and wash 5,300 articles of clothing a year? Learn more fun facts here.
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College, according to keywords
Recently, we took a closer look at Google search trends and came up with some fascinating information about student priorities. What is searched more: dean's list, or beer pong? Find out in this infographic.
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It's a Wonderful (Student) Life
The caps and gowns are put away and Pomp and Circumstance will hardly be heard for the next 12 months -- but what comes next for the class of 2011? First up for most: get a job. Here's a look at how they can expect their lives to change once they do.
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