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Applying to college is undoubtedly an overwhelming process that only adds stress to an already high-pressure senior year. However, a simple way to avoid unnecessary stress is to limit the amount of colleges to apply to in the first place. While it may seem like a good strategy to apply to as many schools as possible to increase the chance of getting accepted to multiple schools, this tactic is likely to bring down the quality of each individual application.
Here are a few pointers for narrowing down the application list:
1. Do specific research on the school to make sure you know what you’re getting yourself into.
Hearing a lot about a particular college doesn’t make it the right one for you. Do some research on the way the school presents its curriculum, the degrees it offers, the quality of student housing and food, and the types of activities in which typical students get involved. Learn a little bit about the surrounding city because you’ll be there for several years. You may find that you and the school aren’t a great match after all.
2. Compare your stats and accomplishments with the averages posted on the school’s website.
Most schools’ websites will post the average stats of admitted students and other expectations for incoming freshmen. Additionally, other sites and college directories that are accessible for free on the Internet have up-to-date information about admissions. Though it may be painstaking, it’s a smart idea to take a close look at these stats and realistically evaluate whether yours lie in the same range. Furthermore, you won’t want to attend a school with students whose academic drive greatly differs from yours. Sometimes it’s easier to be honest with yourself than waste the time and energy applying to a school that won’t be a good fit.
3. Consider your social life!
College is supposed to be the most fun time in your life, so think about how you want to spend your experience! Current and former students at any college will be happy to tell you all about the social scene at their school. Remember that every school has a different social “vibe.” Think about whether you want to be surrounded by new people all the time at a huge school or whether you prefer a more close-knit community feeling when you walk across campus. And lastly, think about the importance of academics – a heavy partying atmosphere can jeopardize your grades, while extremely challenging schools might leave you with no time to have fun.
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On August 11, 2010, Forbes.com unveiled its list of America’s Best Colleges, which ranks 500 public and private colleges and universities in the United States. In addition to the rankings, the 2010 list provides information on the location, cost, and total student population of the colleges and universities. The Forbes’ list, compiled in conjunction with Dr. Richard Vedder, an economist at Ohio University and the Center for College Affordability and Productivity, is based on student-centric data.
The five categories evaluated to compile the 2010 top colleges and universities list include:
• Student Satisfaction
Student evaluations of courses and professors, as posted on RateMyProfessors.com and MyPlan.com.
• Student Success After Graduation
Post-secondary success measured by data on graduates’ salaries, as recorded by Payscale.com, number of alumi listed in Who’s Who of America, and industry leaders who are the CEOs and Board of Directors of prominent companies.
• Student Debt
Analysis of four-year debt incurred by student borrowers and loan default rate.
• Student Retention and Graduation Rates
Each higher education institution’s first-year to sophomore year retention rate and actual number of students who graduate.
• Student-Won Awards
Tally of prestigious national awards won by students such as Fulbright scholarship, Rhodes Scholarship, and the Nobel Prize.
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Examville.com expands its Premium Publishers channel by adding thousands of digital titles for elementary school, middle school, high school, and college students and teachers.
August 13, 2010 — New York, NY, Examville.com (www.examville.com), the premier online education platform, expanded its Premium Publishers channel by adding thousands of digital titles for elementary school, middle school, high school, and college students and teachers published by leading publishers such as Scholastic, Nolo, Evan-Moor, Carson-Dellosa, Milliken and many others.
Premium Publishers’ downloadable digital content at Examville includes, among other things, study guides, test prep materials, skill-building and assessment documents, literature and math study aids, grammar and style exercises, puzzles, teacher’s guides and worksheets, teacher’s lesson plans, and much more, for a wide variety of users.
Examville’s Premium Publishers channel features “high-quality educational content to help students of all ages learn, improve and remain engaged, as well as ready-made documents for teachers to use in classrooms, all of which are available with just a click,” notes Shina Smith, a Communications Associate at Examville.
She adds, “the benefits of having thousands of digital documents available at your finger tips are numerous:”
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“Premium Publishers feature allows publishers to increase their customer base by adding a new content distribution channel and leverage our platform to establish their brand globally,” said Nilanjan Sen, the Founder and CEO of Examville.
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Examville upgrades its “Study Aids” feature to make it more user-friendly. Now learners and educators can access and/or sell documents such as study guides, notes, outlines, summaries, PowerPoint presentations, lesson plans, review materials, past exams, and more with just a few clicks.
New York, NY, August 6, 2010 — Examville (www.examville.com), the premier online supplemental education platform, upgraded its “Study Aids” feature to make downloading, uploading, and/or selling documents easier than ever before.
“Examville is a one-stop site for quality educational content. Our simple, clean, user-friendly design makes it easy for users of all ages,” said Josh Leitzel, a front-end engineer at Examville.
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Searching for a type of study aid at Examville is easy. The user-uploaded documents are divided into categories such as Arts & Literature, Business, Information Technology, Languages, Mathematics, Sciences, Social Sciences, and Standardized Tests, with sub-categories, to help focus searches.
Documents can be uploaded and downloaded with a few simple clicks. An embedded document viewer allows users to see a portion of the study aids prior to downloading.
The Study Aids documents are either free or paid, which is determined by the user.
Examville.com has users from more than 160 countries. Whether for homework help, classroom preparation, standardized test prep, or skill-building, the downloadable study materials available at Examville are “great resources for those seeking elementary school, middle school, high school, and higher education/professional level content,” noted Nilanjan Sen, the Founder and CEO of Examville.
Other notable features on the Examville platform include Live Online Classes, Standardized Tests, Premium Publishers channel, TutorsOnline, and Q&A.
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The national Common Core Standards set forth “rigorous” grade-level expectations for kindergarten through high school in the areas of Mathematics and English language arts. The goal of this state-led initiative, in collaboration with the National Governors Association and the Council of Chief State School Officers, is to prepare students for college and the work-force.
The Common Core in Mathematics for K-5 focuses on building solid foundations to apply to math concepts, procedures and applications. The standards stress procedural skills, as well as conceptual learning. Middle school standards provide preparation for high school level mathematics, and high school standards emphasize the use of mathematics and statistics to interpret data in order to get students college and career-ready.
The Common Core in English language arts focuses on grade-level expectations in the areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening, Language, Media and Technology.
According to The Thomas B. Fordham Institute, a Washington D.C.-based non-profit think tank, which released a recent study comparing the states’ existing standards with the Common Core Standards:
• No states’ math standards are superior to the Common Core; 12 states’ standards are close to the Common Core, whereas 39 states’ standards are clearly inferior.
• 3 states’ (California, Indiana, and Washington D.C.) standards in English Language Arts are clearly superior to the Common Core; 11 states’ standards are close to the Common Core whereas 37 states’ standards are clearly inferior.
To date, 27 states have adopted the uniform guidelines, including New York, Massachusetts, Washington D.C., Ohio, and Michigan.
Notably, Texas, Alaska, and Virginia have opted not follow. However, more states are expected to adopt the national guidelines prior to the Obama Administration’s August 2nd Race to the Top deadline, which allows states to win points for a share of the $3.4 billion award by signing on.
The debate surrounding the national Common Core Standards has been fiery.
Proponents emphasize that creating stringent uniform benchmarks will provide access to similar education to all students, prepare students to compete in a global economy, and states can save money by working together on curriculum, assessments, and textbooks.
Opponents, on the other hand, argue that standardizing education minimizes creativity and critical thinking. Some say that the national standards force states with more stringent existing standards, such as Massachusetts, to lower their benchmarks.
The adoption of the national Common Core guidelines by a majority of states, however, is a signal that the new state-led effort to standardize grade-level expectations of skills students should warrant a try. Only time will tell how it fares in the long run.
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Online instruction is gaining momentum in college settings, as well as in the supplemental education market, e.g., tutoring, test-prep, training sessions, continuing education, and more. College professors, high school teachers, and teaching enthusiasts are taking advantage of the online learning tools to reach a greater student pool, and earn money.
Unlike conventional classrooms, however, teaching online presents unique challenges. Online instructors should have certain characteristics to make online learning a rich and meaningful educational experience.
• Be Knowledgeable
As a teacher, be knowledgeable about the subject matter. Online instructors, like all teachers, should be competent. Online instructors need to be enthusiastic about the topic and respectful of the new medium of teaching.
• Possess Writing Skills
While online classes maybe video-enabled, most of online teaching is through written communication. Online teacher should be comfortable communicating in writing.
• Ask for Feedback
Ask for feedback from students on the instruction, as well as the material. Student feedback is crucial for instructors to refine their online teaching methodology and the content being offered. Since there is no face-to-face interaction, online teachers can learn about what works (and what doesn’t) by soliciting feedback.
• Give Feedback
Keep students engaged in the online class by giving constant feedback. Students can often feel “lost” in a virtual classroom. Instructors should give students timely and constructive feedback. Having regular communication with students with respect to their questions, concerns, and progress is vital to maintaining students’ motivation and ensuring success.
• Set Deadlines
Deadlines are important to keep the work flow moving. For example, set deadlines for your own lesson plans, student assignments, conference participation, and all other work to take the class to completion.
• Be an “Architect”
Carefully design class syllabus/lesson plan, objectives, expectations, and policies. Whether you are teaching a course with multiple-sessions or a one-time class, it is very important be prepared and to set these types guidelines at the outset.
• Be a Participative Facilitator
Online classes do not teach themselves. In order to create an effective online learning environment, show up and teach. Keep in mind, lecturing may not be the best method to impart knowledge online. Instead, facilitate discussion by eliciting comments and views from students.
• Sense of Humor? Not Required
Since most of online teaching is written, remember that spoken humor does not necessarily translate well when written out. Know your audience. Stay away from controversial hot topics.
• Basic Technical Know-How? Required
For effective learning to take place, the delivery of materials should be seamless. Online instructors should have basic fluency with respect to the technology and collaborative tools. If needed, there are many free resources available on the Internet that provide online instructors with technical knowledge to keep themselves updated.
Online learning is a major part of today’s educational community. It is a great way to gain knowledge to advance job-related skills, change career paths or supplement traditional school work. Online learning also offers those with additional responsibilities in life, such as family and full-time work, the flexibility to pursue education at their own pace. In general, online learners should possess certain qualities to be successful and to benefit fully from the virtual classroom environment.
• Time Management
Online learning offers flexibility, freedom, and independence. Within this seemingly “loose” environment, the ability to manage time is key. Online courses demand a lot of time commitment; learn how to balance your family, work, and online school work.
• Have Access to a Computer and the Internet
To state the obvious, you should have unlimited access to a functioning computer and high-speed Internet service. Online classes are just that – online! A seamless online learning experience can only happen with the requisite equipments.
• Written Communication is King
Online learning is mostly through written communication. Develop your writing skills so that you are able to communicate effectively and efficiently.
• Find a Distraction-Free Zone
Figure out what works for you both in terms of time and space. Ask yourself if you are more efficient online in the morning, afternoon or evening hours? What is your maximum attention span? Are you the type of person that needs a quiet place to study? Do you need to get away from your home environment to focus on school work?
• Participate in Online/Distance Learning Student Orientation
If you are pursuing an online degree or certification, most reputable colleges, universities and e-Learning institutions offer online “student orientation.” Don’t skip them! Join any student orientation offered online to become acquainted with course delivery tools and requirements, get familiar with course interaction features, and understand the responsibilities of being an online student.
• Seek Support
Don’t be afraid to voice issues you may have directly to the instructor. Because there is no face-to-face interaction, your instructor cannot gauge, on her own, any problems you may be having with the class. Speak up, ask questions, and be able to communicate in writing.
Chat rooms are also a great resource for online students taking the same class to ask and answer questions, discuss assignments and exchange ideas.
• Stay on Top of Your Game
It is a misconception that online courses are somehow easier than traditional classroom work. In fact, online learning is often accelerated and requires a greater time commitment. It is very difficult to catch up once you fall behind. Thus, keeping pace with the online course work and meeting deadlines are pivotal.
• Be Focused and Self-Motivated
Online education allows you to learn at your own pace and is flexible. However, to be an effective online student, you must be disciplined and self-motivated. Unlike traditional classrooms, you will not have your peers around to collaborate in your efforts or teachers to tell you what to do. It is up to you to take full responsibility to see the course work through.
• Make a Study Schedule
One of the reasons people opt for online learning is they have multiple commitment in life, whether it’s family, work or something else. Surveys show that students taking online classes for a degree or certification program need to dedicate at least four to nine hours per week, per class. In order to balance your priorities, make a study schedule and try your best to stick to it.
• Be a Technical Troubleshooter
You are bound to encounter technical glitches. Be patient. You must have basic computer technology proficiency. Educate yourself on how to handle minor technical difficulties and have back-up plans.
• Have the Right Attitude
At the outset, know that a brick-and-mortar classroom experience is very different from studying online. That being said, online education offers high-quality and valuable instruction. Thus, online learning should be approached with the same enthusiasm and respect as traditional classroom courses.