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Why go back to school when you can OWN a school?

by NewPoint Learning Center

Sep 18, 2009

NewPoint Learning Center is fulfilling these dreams. NewPoint Learning Center is an accredited supplemental education school that has been providing superior educational services in North Carolina for ten years. The key to our success has been a holistic philosophy that seeks to meet individual student needs through customized programs and/or a net...See More

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GRE

by robin

Oct 1, 2009

Anyone know of a good GRE prep book that works? I get pretty phobic about taking tests and my GRE is in 8 weeks.

Thanks in advance!

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Jarod HM I like Barron's (I went with them for the SAT as well). I would also suggest the ETS book as well, since you can practice with real test questions. I would focus on developing a good writing stragety since I found the writing section to be the hardest since you have such a short window in which to formulate a cogent response. The math section may s...See More

Oct 1, 2009

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robin On 10/01/09, Jarod HM wrote: > I like Barron's (I went with them for the SAT as well). I > would also suggest the ETS book as well, since you can > practice with real test questions. I would focus on > developing a good writing stragety since I found the writing > section to be the hardest since you have such a short window > in w...See More

Oct 1, 2009

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Fake Degree Program located in Boise, Idaho

by Donni

Oct 10, 2009

February 5, 2009 in Opinion Our View: Troopers’ fake degrees point to flawed system

The 10 Washington State Patrol troopers who got raises in exchange for dubious diplomas won’t be prosecuted, says Thurston County Chief Deputy Prosecutor Jon Tunheim, because it would’ve been difficult to prove that they weren’t merely the victims o...See More

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Second BA or Masters?

by Sara

Oct 18, 2009

I have a BA in Psychology and am in the alternative education program through my state. I had to first get licensed in MS Social studies (a social science), then I added Elementary endorsement. I have taken Praxis II in Elementary content area, so that would make me highly qualified (?)

Anyway, my problem is that I am having a very hard ti...See More

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Denise On 10/31/09, Lowie wrote: > On 10/18/09, Sara wrote: > >> My question is should I get a second BA in Education or >> should I get an MA? My local university only offers the MA >> in secondary, but I'm really interested in Elementary. I >> would like to also get an MA because I am interested in >> Educational lead...See More

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Crystal Dear Sara,

I'm in the same situation - I have a B.S. in biology and a master's in Environmental Science and wanted to teach high school and get my certification through the alternative route. That was the plan, anyway, before the economy got so bad. I'm in Florida and they have only been hiring those teachers that already have full profess...See MoreDear Sara,

I'm in the same situation - I have a B.S. in biology and a master's in Environmental Science and wanted to teach high school and get my certification through the alternative route. That was the plan, anyway, before the economy got so bad. I'm in Florida and they have only been hiring those teachers that already have full professional certification, and not many of those. So, I decided to go ahead while I am in limbo and get my master of arts in teaching (MAT) in secondary science education at University of South Florida. The local community college had an Educator Prep program, but I couldn't get financial aid for it because it is considered an undergraduate program. I'm glad it didn't work out, because now I will have a masters in teaching and a professional certificate when I am done, which not only should look good on my resume, but also get me in the higher pay bracket. So, I say definitely go for the masters!

Good luck!

On 10/18/09, Sara wrote: > I have a BA in Psychology and am in the alternative > education program through my state. I had to first get > licensed in MS Social studies (a social science), then I > added Elementary endorsement. I have taken Praxis II in > Elementary content area, so that would make me highly > qualified (?) > > Anyway, my problem is that I am having a very hard time > finding a position. Even the school district that is known > for hiring first year and alternativly certified teachers > is laying off teachers. I thought this might be the best > time for me to go ahead and complete a Ed program. The > alternative program requires that I complete a certain > number of education credits before I can get a standard > certificate, so I may as well get the degree. > > My question is should I get a second BA in Education or > should I get an MA? My local university only offers the MA > in secondary, but I'm really interested in Elementary. I > would like to also get an MA because I am interested in > Educational leadership. I would appreciate any advice!

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Welcome to Almeda University

by Donni

Oct 24, 2009

Re: Almeda University

Almeda University is a fraudulent Institution that has remain active because of loopholes in the law. The facts remain that they have no legal authority to operate as a University or to grant a legitimate college degree. Technically, as an unlicensed entity Almeda University is illegal in all States.

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Medical Transcription Course Online

by Lorraine

Oct 27, 2009

Medical Career - Job Security - not just another "online" take your money ad. We are a Medical Transcription Company, learn from the pro's, pay as you go and have a job with a company, with clients all over the US! We have hired 100% of our grads because their quality is beyond compare. Please go to [link removed]!

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Loan forgiveness

by Eve

Nov 9, 2009

Anyone else frustrated with trying to get Stafford Loans forgiven!? UGH! Has anyone found any programs that are easier to qualify for Stafford Loans if you teach in a low income school?

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Carolina Teacher Really???? How long did it take??? GOOD FOR YOU for being granted the forgiveness!!!! That is wonderful!!!!!

On 11/20/09, Diane wrote: > It may take alittle while but you will be granted the 5k. I > was last summer....yeah!

Nov 25, 2009

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Carolina Teacher I received loan forgiveness today for $5,000!!!! YAY!!!

On 11/25/09, Carolina Teacher wrote: > Really???? How long did it take??? GOOD FOR YOU for being > granted the forgiveness!!!! That is wonderful!!!!! > > On 11/20/09, Diane wrote: >> It may take alittle while but you will be granted the 5k. I >> was last summer...See More

Dec 10, 2009

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Bethel University Online Masters

by Craig Lunn

Nov 16, 2009

Hello all. My name is Craig Lunn and I would like to take this opportunity to tell you about Bethel University's MAEd online program. It is a 36 hour program that takes 14 to 18 months to complete. 30 hours of it is 100% online and we provide you with a laptop and Ipod Touch that is yours to keep once you complete the program. The other 6 hours can...See More

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Substitute teacher with a question

by Jennifer

Nov 22, 2009

I retired this past June and I am now substitute teaching. I will need to renew my WA teaching credential by 2012 so I'm looking for inexpensive (cheap) continuing credits. Any suggestions, thoughts, ideas??

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