Education Articles and Education Advice

We live, study and work in an ultra-competitive marketplace where knowledge and information are keys to finding success and staying ahead of the curve.  Education news and current events are of primary importance to online college students who need to stay on top of education and career trends in order to succeed as students and be prepared to excel in their careers after graduation.  Degrees.com provides college news, education information and breaking reports about topics that impact online and on-campus college students, whether in degree, certificate or licensure programs.

For students already enrolled in an online college program, online school news can provide a wealth of helpful information: Tips on everything from technology innovations that aid note-taking during online lectures to information aiding students in accessing library resources from their computers, to information on where to find online text book exchanges, and many other topics that can help an online student be successful.

If you’re interested in becoming a student at an online college or an online university, trade or technical school, university news can provide education information on the latest accredited online college and university degree programs, as well as certifications and licenses.  Education news also highlights shifts in online college and online university rankings, changes in tuition fees and costs, updates on scholarship availability, the latest news on grant opportunities, helpful information on meeting financial aid requirements and completing financial aid applications, revisions to federal and private student loan guidelines and much, more education information.

Of value to both currently enrolled online college students and those considering becoming online college students is education news, current events and trends that provide information or advice on post-graduation careers and work life.  In the competitive job market and changing economy, it is important for online university students to remain current on information that can impact their careers and job opportunities.  Education news provides the latest on what employers expect from recent graduates entering the workforce. News stories can offer tips on finding employers in your career of choice.  Other valuable information like what prospective employers look for in a cover letter, and what a job-seeker can do to be more marketable and stand out in a competitive job-market can be obtained from education news. Current event information such as job fairs, resume and interviewing workshops, new employee recruiting events and other important opportunities for career development are publicized through education and college news sources.

Degrees.com provides access to education news and information that can make a difference to both a student’s online college experience and post graduation career development.

  • Careers
    Job Hunting Strategies Part 1
    Graduating from college is a very exciting time, but it can also be a scary time, because many graduates feel unprepared to enter the workforce. Fortunately, there are just three job hunting strategies that are necessary for landing the perfect job. College grads just need to put together three things: a resume, a cover letter, and a portfolio.
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  • Online Education
    Benefits of Online Courses
    Originally offered by businesses as a tool to offer training programs to their employees, it is certainly astounding how far online courses have expanded!  Online schools offer a seemingly unrestricted route to rewarding careers for a growing number of students annually.
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  • College & Universities
    Benefits of Each College Degree Type
    Upon completion of high school, thousands of students embark on the quest for higher education.  This process involves enrolling in a university and deciding on which college degree type is required for their career choice.
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  • Online Education
    Popular Online Courses
    The popularity of online courses has escalated rapidly as the idea of distance learning has opened the door to higher education for entirely new types of students.  Individuals who previously felt that furthering their education was far out of their grasp can now proudly call themselves students as they earn their degree at their own pace from the privacy of their own homes through e-...
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  • Online Education
    Online Courses Right For You?
    Welcome!  Are you curious if an online course is right for you? Simply answer the following 6 quick questions to help you decide if online courses are the answer for you and your unique needs.  This is the first step to deciding what the right online courses are for you.
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  • Online Education
    Career Advancement Through Online Courses
    What Are Online Courses? An online course provides the same quality of education as a traditional course, but is offered online.  Online classes are made available through colleges, universities, business associations, vocational schools and other educational institutions.  The purpose of an online class is career advancement. What Online Courses are Offered?
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  • Online Education
    Social Media: Online Education the Fun way.
    Part of the growing success of online education may be due to the increasing use of social media in online classes. Social media encompasses several types of interaction and communication web sites, including blogs, microblogs, wikis, social network sites, social bookmarking, photography sharing, video sharing, virtual worlds, game sharing, and many others. Common examples of social media are...
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  • Financial Aid
    All you need to know about Financial Aid: Grants and Scholarship
    The prospect of funding a college education can be a daunting task. Financial aid is definitely available, but understanding the different forms of assistance funding can be a challenge. Understanding two of the main sources of financial aid, grants and scholarships, will help make the search for college funding much easier and less stressful.
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  • Education Guide
    How To Choose A Career
    Choosing the career that is right for you can be a fun and rewarding challenge.  It is also an important decision, as it has the potential to affect a large portion of your life, happiness and well being.  You want to choose a career that compliments your strengths, and also one that will offer you a sense of satisfaction and happiness.  The following tips were designed to point...
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  • Online Education
    Associate's Degree is all you need to make a difference
    Many people aspire to high-paying careers but cannot or do not want to attend college for a long period of time to earn the qualifications that would allow them to compete for these jobs. If you find yourself in this category, you may want to consider obtaining an Associate’s degree. An Associate’s degree is a two-year program that allows you to specialize in a specific field and earn...
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