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Northcentral University Increases Enrollment by 30%
Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:23:00 -0500
Northcentral University grew 30% this year, increasing enrollments by 2,000. According to the school, NCU keeps ahead of the online learning game by pricing their programs 30 to 50 percent...
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New Facebook Application Helps Students Track Courses
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 04:56:00 -0500
A new Facebook application, called Schools, is working with colleges to help students keep track of their courses.
PC World (off-site link) reports:
"The Facebook application is managed by the institution...
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New: Synchronous Distance Learning vs. Asynchronous Distance Learning
Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:52:00 -0500
There are two primary types of distance learning courses: synchronous courses and asynchronous courses. Knowing the difference between these terms will help you choose a distance learning program that works...
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New: Free Online Finance Classes
Wed, 20 Aug 2008 02:32:00 -0500
Want to learn the basics of stock trading, savings accounts, or personal financial planning? Check out these free online finance classes. Free online classes won't give you college credit. But,...
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President Signs College Opportunity and Affordability Act
Tue, 19 Aug 2008 04:08:00 -0500
Last week the College Opportunity and Affordability Act became law after receiving the president's signature.
This renewal of the Higher Education Act of 1965 has been controversial due to its...
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New Profile: Penn State Online
Tue, 19 Aug 2008 03:34:00 -0500
Penn State Online, also known as Penn State World Campus, offers dozens of programs in subjects such as business, teaching, and criminal justice. Most Penn State Online courses follow the...
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New: How to Compare Online Colleges
Mon, 18 Aug 2008 04:07:00 -0500
Comparing online colleges can be a challenge. You may know the type of program you’re looking for, but narrowing your list of potential programs can be difficult. The five considerations...
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Think Ahead: Get Your Textbooks for Cheap or Free
Sun, 17 Aug 2008 04:00:00 -0500
If you're taking online classes this fall, now is the best time to think about textbooks. By planning ahead, you may be able to save hundreds on your books this...
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Texas Professor Offers Online Course for Free
Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:02:00 -0500
OpenCourseware classes give internet users the ability to access class material (reading notes, syllabuses, etc) and even video lecture recordings at no cost. Now, one University of Texas at Dallas...
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Federal Loans for Online Students
Sun, 10 Aug 2008 15:50:00 -0500
In many areas, it is becoming more difficult to take out student loans. There's no need to panic. But, if you want to secure a federal loan, you may...
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