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
    Dress Code for Job Interviews
    If you’ve done any reading about what to do for a job interview, you know how important it is to make a good first impression. Many times employers decide who they will hire just by meeting the person. The company probably received many résumés that were very similar to yours, and they need something that will help narrow that pile down. Their first impression of you could make that decision....
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  • Financial Aid
    Military Benefits and Getting the Financial Aid You Need
    Are you thinking about getting more education while serving in the military or after military service? Be sure you don’t overlook the financial aid options available exclusively to military personnel. You might even be able to combine some of these funding sources with others available to the general civilian population. GI Bills
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  • Online Education
    What Can I Expect From an Online Class?
    You have decided to return to school or begin school for the first time.  You have also chosen on an alternative path to your degree rather than the traditional classroom setting.  Maybe you feel like a freshman and are wondering what to expect from this new adventure.  Wonder no more. What I can Expect From an Online Class—Technology
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  • Education Guide
    Using a Library in an Online Class
    Many colleges that offer online classes also provide online library services for their students.  Even in an online program, instructors may expect you to use library resources to complete assignments, projects, or papers for their classes. To be eligible for these library services, you usually are required to be currently enrolled in a class and have a log in and password to access many of...
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  • Online Education
    Cheating in Online Classes?
    Whether cheating is more common in online classes than in traditional classes is still open to debate.  According to surveys that ask students to self-report on cheating behavior, cheating certainly occurs in both environments. One recent study seems to indicate that contrary to popular belief, cheating is not occurring more frequently in online classes than in traditional classes. Both...
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  • Careers
    Making Your Resume Shine
    It is important to keep your resume as current as your accomplishments, as it is the single most important and valuable document in your job searching arsenal.  Your resume conveys your qualifications, suitability, ability to communicate on paper, strengths and so much more!
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  • Financial Aid
    Making College Affordable
    Once you make the decision to further your education, either through an online college or a university, you main concern will likely be how to come up with the money needed for your tuition. Making college affordable is the goal of many. There are numerous types of grants and loans in place and available to particular students, we have broken down the types to help you start your search without...
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  • Education Guide
    The Top 10 Study Habits for College
    Once you have made your decision on which college, university or online college to attend and chosen a major area of study, you will need to develop the study habits that will ensure your successful completion of your degree. We have compiled a Top 10 list to help get you started in the right direction.
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  • Education Guide
    Degree Levels: What Do They Mean?
    Graduating and choosing a college, or returning to attend college after some time off can be a bit on the intimidating side. No matter which field of study you choose, the basic United States college degrees fall under four major categories, to help you simplify the process. U.S. college degrees fall under four major categories: Associate’s Degrees Bachelor’s Degrees Master’s Degrees Doctoral...
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  • Education Guide
    Time Management: Working and Going to School
    While it is a satisfying decision to return to school, it can often prove to be quite a challenge. Adult responsibilities such as working full-time or raising a family, or both, can often impede on academic ambitions.
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