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Saturday, February 13, 2010

Top Online Universities - Providing Flexible & Industry-Relevant Education



With the widespread use of internet, human lives have undergone a radical transformation. Education and training have also been facilitated a lot because of the various online modes being devised. Conventional courses as well as industry-oriented courses are both being taught through the online mode. Distance education has really come as a boon for those who have paucity of time or are busy with other chores. To further ones existing qualifications by availing the online courses being offered by the top online universities is really a wise decision. A person has the facility to choose his suitable time and schedule his activities conveniently in this mode of learning.

In the present era many advanced courses are being taught with the aid of distant-learning. Many working people are talking up courses which augment their current work profile. Different online tools are being implemented for teaching like teleconferencing, video-conferencing, podcasting, chatting, emailing, etc. However in this apparently upbeat scenario, certain false/dubious universities and institutes are trying to dupe the students. Hence students are advised to always check the authenticity of the courses and the degrees being offered or their money, energy and time would go in waste. Given below are some top online universities which deliver quality education programs online and meet the requisite industry standards satisfactorily.

1. University of Phoenix - This is among the top online universities offering on-campus, online as well as hybrid programs for getting degrees at associate, bachelor, master and doctoral levels. Both theoretical and practical training is provided in this university in a balanced fashion. All the education programs which are being taught online are accredited and are designed by taking inputs from experienced and competent industry and academic professionals. Quality is of prime importance in this university which happens to be among the biggest North American universities. There are 200 locations where training is imparted conveniently and internet delivery is provided in most of the countries worldwide. The strength of this university is in providing a perfect synthesis of conventional education and practical requirements of the dynamic market scenario.

2. Argosy University - This private university is popular for imparting online programs in the fields of business, psychology, and education in a flexible manner. A large percentage of student community in the U.S. is supported by this university. The Higher Learning Commission has also given regional accreditation to this university. All the online lectures that are provided have been designed to enhance the student's knowledge in practical applications. The greatest advantage of taking online classes from Argosy University, one of the top online universities, is that students can take accelerated classes according to their convenience. One can take classes during the day or at night to suit one's work schedule.

3. Capella University - This University also comes in the list of top online universities with its online degrees in the domains of business, psychology, information technology, human services, and public health. Any online course that is offered by this university is taught by highly experienced and competent industry - professionals.

Study Overseas - A Unique Experience of a Lifetime

Studying on a foreign soil is indeed a dream of many a students in here. But before considering the thought you must always encounter yourself with some questions regarding the country, its local cultures, if you can and surely will adapt to its cultural, climatic, professional environment. Because of the cost of education, tuition fees, expenses to bear and the difference in various prospect many a students shy away from carrying forward their dream of higher studies in foreign shores. Even if they clear confusions regarding these topics more confusion creeps in as which country to choose, kind of program like voluntary, internship, summer, language, semester etc.

Among the popular study abroad cities are cities like alicante, Athens, Auckland, Bangkok, Barcelona, Beijing, balboa, Bordeaux, Brighton, Brisbane, Brussels, Budapest, Copenhagen, Cork, Dalian, Dublin, Florence, Geneva, Glasgow, gold coast, Hanoi, ho chi minh, Kyoto, lima, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Mexico city, Moscow, Nairobi, new York city, oxford, Paris, Praque, Quito, Rome, San Jose, Santiago, shanghai, Sydney, Taipei and Venice. Now if we start discussing about the merits and demerits of each city or country most probably I will finish up by the end of the current fiscal year.

There are various programs in UK, Canada, and Malaysia which offer scholarship for various programs. So being prepared ahead of applying will surely help the concerned student.

Overseas universities also provide accredited high quality academics, great program value, all-inclusive programs covering air-fares, meals, hostel facilities and much more.

Various colleges all over the world provide vast opportunities to be explored if you wish to be a part of it. Studying abroad is in itself a rich experience, a once in a lifetime opportunity. You could be granted the country's citizenship and you would be a proud dual country citizen and a NRI and would be given more than enough opportunities in your own country if you wish to return. But the problem with student studying abroad is that, the students are often so engrossed in the country's cultural and professional culture that they refuse to return to their own country resulting in BRAIN-DRAIN.

Some intensive training programs are offered in New York City, Dublin, and Paris. In New York City, students may study drama, dramatic writing, media, journalism, film making, advanced genetics, research in particular field or photography.

Each program is an outgrowth of the professional training thus students are immersed in an enriching experience and gain a better understanding of the nature of a professional training program. On-site works, internships, part-time jobs and field trips represent the diverse cultural traditions in each university and encourage students to expand their creative expression.
To Your success
George

10 Reasons You Need to Go Back to School



If you're stuck in a dead end job, or think that you could do more with your life, then perhaps you're considering improving your education, and going back to school.

Here's why you should go to college.

1. With more qualifications you're more likely to be able to get a better job. Perhaps you didn't really work hard at school, and want to make up for it now.

2. If you're already employed, then having more qualifications, or job related training could give better prospects in your existing job, or when new positions become available in your company.

3. You might want to prove to yourself that you're capable of studying for a degree, or that you can juggle your career and still do a part time course, to help you achieve bigger and better things.

4. Perhaps you want a career change. Maybe you've tried one career path, and now want to do something different. Perhaps you want to study to be a nurse or a doctor, or become an accountant or a teacher.

5. If you're returning to work after bringing up your children, then you might find that your existing skills are out of date, and so you want to get up to speed with the changes in your industry and areas of expertise.

6. You might just want to improve your skills and knowledge. Perhaps you want to be able to carry out research, or be able to write better reports, or make learn how to make the use of modern technology in your company.

7. If you want to specialise in something in particular, then you might need to have additional qualifications. You might have finished your solicitor training, and now you want to become a divorce solicitor, or want to become a consultant rather than a GP.

8. It might be that you want to start your own business, and so will need to have all the necessary skills in terms of accounting, selling, and the legal implications of running your own company.

9. Technology is always changing, and so you might benefit from a computing course to help you get to grips with using your laptop, or selling online.

10. Even though you might have been using computers for years, you might not have had any formal training. Why not use your experience to do a computer course and get proper qualifications that can demonstrate your ability?

Now you know why you should go back to college, and what you have to gain, what's stopping you?

Whether you want to study a Computing Course or an MBA London, you'll find all the information you need at Roehampton.ac.uk. Why not find out more about Roehampton University in London today, and discover what difference a Degree, Masters or MBA could make to your career?

10 Reasons to Study in London



If you're thinking about studying abroad, then why not consider London? As well as being an important centre for business and finance, sports, culture, fashion and music, it's also well known for its universities.

Here's why it will appeal to you.

1. London is the capital city of England, and for many international students this city is their first taste of the UK. Like many capital cities there are many languages and cultures in London, so no matter where you're from, you're bound to be able to bond with people from a similar background to you whilst you study.

2. London is well known for the variety of industries on offer. These include business and financial, to IT, hospitality, culture and sports. Many students from abroad will be able to use their qualifications to enhance their career in their chosen industry.

3. Your university in London is likely to have links with local businesses, and you might be able to call on them for help with your course, or work experience. London companies might also think of students when they are looking for temporary staff, or people to help carry out with research.

4. London offers more job opportunities than many other university towns, so if you're going to be studying a competitive subject, you'll want to give yourself the best chance of getting a job after you've finished your degree at your London university.

5. Many international students choose to study and live in London, and with influences from around the globe, you'll be exposed to a wide range of cultures and experiences, so it's not hard to see why London is so popular with students. If you want to broaden your horizons, or see more of the world you can't go wrong with studying at a London University.

6. Modern universities are seeing more and more students from all over the world, and London universities are no different. If you want to help improve your English, to learn more about a different culture or way of life, then you won't go wrong by moving to London.

7. London offers a myriad of things to see and do, so you'll always be busy. Whether you're going to football matches, shopping, West End shows or museums, there's always something going on, and somewhere new to explore.

8. There are lots of universities to choose from in London, so you're sure to be able to find the course you're looking for. No matter whether you're looking for an English Literature Masters course, or an MBA, you'll be able to study in this truly amazing city.

9. London is an excellent place to be when you've finished studying, and you're bound to want to stay here, or explore more of the UK. Perhaps you'll decide to make the UK your new permanent home if you're not originally from here.

10. Because there are so many students in London, there are many things targeted towards students. No matter whether you're looking for a night out, discounts on your shopping, or somebody to play football with, you're bound to be able to make the most of your time here.

Now you know more about why London is popular with students from all over the world, if you're looking to study abroad, why not choose a London university?

If you're tempted to study at a London University, then why not consider Roehampton University? With a wide range of courses including English Literature Masters, MBA, teaching, and many more, you're sure to be able to get the qualification you want in order to get your career off to a great start.
To Your success.
George

Kenyan-American Woman Goes From Slums to Soaring on Eagle's Wings



Emily Soroko has written one of the most spiritually uplifting and inspirational books in years with "Rising Above Adversity." The book's cover of an eagle flying across a sunlit sky was inspired not only by the beauty of her native Kenya but the depiction of the eagle in the Bible; this magnificent bird serves as an analogy for how adversity makes people stronger and leads them on to the next great adventure in their lives.

Growing up in Kibera, the slum section of Nairobi, Kenya, Emily Soroko learned early in life what she did not want and she was determined to beat it. While Kibera was more like a rural village during her early childhood, as she watched her home develop into a slum, she became determined instead to travel to distant lands and live a rich, fulfilling life like the visitors to Kenya she saw flying there in their planes. With the help of a strong lioness-like grandmother who constantly set a powerful example for her, and with a strong belief in God, Emily managed to live in several different countries and have numerous adventures, from designing African jewelry to arranging fashion shows to becoming an American citizen and working in the Department of State in Washington D.C.

Soroko's personal story of life in Kenya and how she overcame her own adversities is a rich reading experience, but in addition, Soroko tells the stories of famous people who beat all odds to succeed; she ties in biblical stories of heroic men and women whose faith carried them through difficult times, and she honors friends and family members who played a significant role in her life, helping her become courageous and faithful in the Lord.

"Rising Above Adversity" is a testament to the Christian faith like few I have seen before. Whether or not someone shares Soroko's spiritual beliefs, her faith and her enthusiasm are contagious and will resonate with any reader who wants to believe a better life is possible or who is seeking a way to work through the obstacles in his or her path. While the biblical stories in the book are well known, their power never fades and they come alive again here. As an added bonus, Soroko takes the reader on a tour of the Holy Land as she describes her recent visit there and what it meant to her to walk in the footsteps of Jesus and other great men and women of faith. Overall, "Rising Above Adversity" is a positive book, one that brings people together rather than dividing them over religious differences. As Soroko testifies in her book, her life has been a gradual journey in understanding of God and in the increasing of her faith:

As little kids going to the Greek Orthodox church, at one time I thought God lived in the church, so if I wanted to talk to Him, I had to go to church. If I had been mischievous, I would be afraid to go to church because He might see me and know what I had done, and punish me. I did not understand much about this Heavenly Father. All I knew was I could talk to Him through prayer anytime, even though He was not visible.

As I grew up, my spiritual knowledge and understanding of the Father also grew. Despite all my apprehension deep inside, I knew He was all I got, so I stuck with Him. I thought about Him, I prayed to Him, and I wondered about Him. And just like any other relationship, I had to spend time with the Father to get a glimpse of who He is. Unlike in my earlier years, I now know that He is full of love and mercy, and He forgives our sins. He is not against me. He is for me.

"Rising Above Adversity" is bound to become a modern Christian classic. It's a book worthy to sit on the shelf beside "The Purpose-Driven Life," "The Shack," and "The Hiding Place." Emily Soroko's story and her wonderful analogies of the Christian life are sure to remain in readers' minds and hearts long after the last page is turned. Even non-believers who read this book will feel motivated and inspired to face adversity, overcome their fears, and lead purposeful, enriching lives.

Tyler R. Tichelaar holds a Bachelor's and Master's Degree from Northern Michigan University and a Ph.D. from Western Michigan University. His family's long relationship with Upper Michigan and his avid interest in genealogy inspired Dr. Tichelaar to write his Marquette Trilogy: Iron Pioneers, The Queen City, and Superior Heritage. Dr. Tichelaar is also a professional book reviewer and editor. For more information about Tyler R. Tichelaar, his writing, and his author services, visit:
To Your Success
George Simeon

Education and Significance of Life"



"Education and the Significance of Life" by J. Krishnamoorthi is a book for those who are engrossed in understanding the profound meaning of life and importance of education. In this book, J.K. advocates for a life oriented education, more liberal and practical, resulting in effective living.

Krishnamoorthi acknowledges the importance of knowledge and efficiency, but does not make any secret of his concern that overemphasis on them may result only in conflict and confusion. Jiddu Krishnamoorthi questions the link between comfort and security with education as any common man would perceive and also opines that bringing about independent thinking with such a conventional education is next to impossible. Emphasizing the importance of learning to be compassionate, to be content with little, and to seek the supreme, J.K. feels only this path can lead to the true salvation of mankind.

According to J.K., education is just not a process of accumulating information and knowledge from books, but is the understanding of oneself, for it is within each one of us. Peace and happiness for men, J.K. says can come only with self-awareness that brings a change of heart, good will and inward transformation.

The master feels that to merely educate people to be brilliant engineers, luminous scientists, proficient executives, competent workmen etc. cannot account for the world peace. J.K. feels education should eliminate enmity and hatred between human beings and help each individual to discover their own psychological hindrances, and not merely impose new patterns of conduct and new modes of thought on the learner.

The passion for living beings induces J.K. to express the need for the teachers and parents to be rightly educated, so that pure knowledge shall be imparted to their pupil. Silence as a means to enhance creativity and to enjoy the beauty is strongly advocated by J.K.

Education should be a 'life transforming process' according to this great spiritual soul. There is not an iota of doubt that this book and the master will ever dwell in human minds, transforming practical wisdom of the highest order.

To Your Success
George Simeon

The Ponderings of a Master Key



The Master Key Course is a powerful source of information for learning, understanding, and applying the energy of thought in relation to shaping one's life. Many have used the knowledge shared in this book as a tool to change lives for the better. Popular teachings such as what is found in books like "Think and Grow Rich" by Napolian Hill and the far-famed movie "The Secret" are perfect examples of how interested people are in this is type of knowledge. Like "The Master Key System" they all point to the importance of focusing on improving mental thoughts as the ground level of improving the quality of life.

The Master Key System was written in 1912 by Charles F. Haanel, and it is considered the master key to understanding the concepts, principles, and practicality of choosing to think thoughts with intent to create desired outcomes.

As the course is a progressive learning system, it is warned not to read the book as a novel but to focus on one chapter a week. This is what the writer felt was best for those taking the course back in the early 1900's. Although some concepts such as meditation and visualization taught in this 1912 published book are more commonly accepted in today's time, the course is still valued with Haanel's insightfulness. As he uncovers basic principles, Haanel makes it easy to understand the logic of training our brain to think in a productive way.

As it is suggested to master this twenty four week course one week at a time, you may find one or a few of the lessons not taking the full seven days to master. In my personal experience I feel, regardless of how long each lesson takes to master, the importance is to keep the focus on progressive learning.

There are also cautions from skeptics for readers to consider careful examination rather than easily adapting to the information taught in this course. Haanel himself warns not to read the book as a novel, as well as for the student of this course to be committed to the life changing applications without fail. Those who are skeptical of the law of attraction's relevancy in both Haanel's day and modern day, warn that the teachings in this course can be dangerous. As in any case when many perspectives are present, it is best to acknowledge disputes and ultimately think for one's self.

The Master Key System can be read as suggested in a way for progressive learning or it can be read like a novel in simply getting to know the material of what the author is sharing. The warning not to read this course like a novel can easily be understandable when considering it as a course for introducing new concepts and most likely unheard of reasons to consider thoughts as a core measure of shaping lives in the early 1900's.

In my opinion this book is an excellent source of information. I have found it to personally enhance understandings of spiritual perspectives. It has awakened the senses and stimulated necessity for application. However as I stated earlier, anyone reading this book should think for themselves in how to respond to the information shared in it.

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