If online degrees had a popularity contest, there would be one clear winner. A new survey found that business degrees (primarily business administration degrees or management degrees) are the most popular. That goes for both undergraduate and graduate level degrees. The study was conducted by The Learning House, Inc. and Aslanian Market Research* and says that the average [...]
A Business Degree is the Most Popular Online Degree
October 3, 2012 - Posted to Online Learning
5 Ways to Avoid Academic Fatigue
September 25, 2012 - Posted to Work Life Balance
Tired. Weary. Burned out. Worn down. Drained. Stick-a-fork-in-me-done. Whatever you call it, there will probably come a point in which you’ll feel absolutely exhausted by everything going on in your life. It’s tough stuff juggling academic studies, family and work responsibilities all at the same time. Why, it can be enough to have you thinking [...]
Improve Your Mindset Instantly: Change Your Thinking for Academic Success
September 19, 2012 - Posted to Foundations for Success
Achieving academic excellence is all in your head or so it’s been said. Forgive the Dr. Seuss-like rhyme, but the truth is, when it comes to academic success, the mind is an undeniably powerful player. In her book Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, psychologist Carol S. Dweck points out that a student’s mindset originates [...]
School’s Back In Session [Infographic]
August 29, 2012 - Posted to Going Back to School
Since school is starting up soon, it’s a great time for a “Back to School” infographic. Check out some interesting statistics, and if you like what you see, please share it!
Secrets to Discerning Academic Quality Standards
August 15, 2012 - Posted to Online Learning
“I is a college graduate.” Oh sure, the T-shirt is funny. The lack of quality education behind it? Not so much. Going back to college as an adult is no laughing matter. It takes time, effort, dedication, commitment and a whole host of other things to go back to school—especially if you’re juggling work, home, [...]
How to Handle Child Care When Going Back to College
August 8, 2012 - Posted to Going Back to School
Parents have been navigating the daycare dilemma for as long as there have been kids and families. Short of staying home with the kids all day and quitting your job, what’s a parent to do when juggling work, kids and classes? Until recently, options for finding quality yet affordable childcare was somewhat limited for adult [...]
Finishing Your College Degree Online: Should You Do It?
July 25, 2012 - Posted to Online Learning
If only … I could finish my degree. If only … I could afford to go back to school. If only … going back to college worked with my crazy schedule. If only … it was more convenient to take classes. If only … if only … if only … The “if only” game. We’ve [...]
7 Simple Steps for Adult Learners to Excel in the Classroom
July 18, 2012 - Posted to Foundations for Success
You’re not a kid anymore. And, truthfully, aren’t you glad? Besides the obvious perks of adulthood such as making your own decisions, being an adult affords you something special in the college classroom: autonomy. Studies show that as an adult student, you possess a greater sense of maturity along with your life experiences, making you [...]
Returning to College? Position Yourself for Success.
July 4, 2012 - Posted to Going Back to School
Skipping class is hardly an option if you’re an adult returning to college. Chances are, you (or your employer) are paying your tuition, so you’ll want to make every class count. Even if that’s not the case, it’s quite likely that you’re extremely motivated to finish your degree so you can change or advance your [...]
Choosing Your College Degree: A Holistic Approach
June 27, 2012 - Posted to Choosing a Degree
What do biomedical engineering, event planning and bicycle repair have in common? They’re among the fastest growing occupations, so says the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in its report, “Occupational Employment Projections to 2020.” Good to know, since keeping up with what’s hot in the future can help you decide what to major in now. [...]
