tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64288748162668030242024-03-08T15:52:01.523-08:00Educationmekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-85341621336747033022012-07-07T14:42:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:42:44.326-07:00Methodologies of Online Education<div style="text-align: justify;">
There were many myths and misconceived notions about online education
until recent past. Some people believed that online learning is a good
option only for students who have a good track record. It was also
believed that only those students having access to computers and modern
means of communication would benefit from online education. However,
with time such notions are giving way to an open acceptance where people
have started accepting online education as a viable alterative for
conventional education.</div>
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Not all online education options have a
similar methodology and approach. There are various modes of online
education available and it would be better if you have an understanding
of different methodologies in use by online education providers so that
you can select the course with the methodology that suits you the best.
Here we are discussing the learning methodologies for online education:</div>
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Online Education Methodologies- Different Options</div>
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Live:
This methodology is also known as synchronous mode of learning. In this
mode of online education, there is instant communication between the
students and teachers and at times even among different students. Herein
all the participants get access to information simultaneously. Virtual
classroom using the facility of video or audio conferencing and
real-time chat are some examples of this mode of online education.</div>
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This
learning methodology has its advantages and disadvantages. This mode is
more akin to the conventional education except for the fact that the
students don't have to travel to the classrooms. The biggest advantage
of synchronous method of online education is that it allows instant
feedback for the student's performance and allows active interaction
among the students and teachers. Thus the students can get the training
and education that is tailored suit their needs. Moreover, live
education also facilitates the setting up of learning communities and
groups for a better interaction among the learners.</div>
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This method has the disadvantage that the students cannot plan their schedule and they are bound by the pre-set schedule.</div>
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Asynchronous:
Asynchronous mode of online education is popularly termed as store and
forward education. In this method, the communication between the student
and teacher is not instant. Self-paced courses are the examples of
asynchronous online education where the students communicate with the
teachers and amongst themselves by exchanging emails and posting
messages on online bulletin boards and discussing groups. This is the
more popular mode of online education because it offers more convenience
and flexibility to the students and they can decide the pace and
schedule for their education and training.</div>
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Despite of the
advantages, this mode of online education has its disadvantages too. The
students in this mode of learning, lack discipline and motivation and
generally tend to develop a lackluster attitude towards education.</div>
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The
mixed mode of learning in online education combines the advantages of
both the modes and it is a combination of personal lectures or
face-to-face interaction learning through online activities.</div>
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</div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-19592874795057653742012-06-27T14:41:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:41:32.420-07:00Educational Toy<div style="text-align: justify;">
Toys that have some educational value are very popular right now. An
educational toy can teach kids many necessary skills. Kids can learn
anything from cooperation to cause and effect to memory building by
using educational toys. Though educational toys are a popular trend,
they are not a new invention. The idea of learning through play has been
around for centuries and is one that remains popular today.</div>
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For
many years, toys have been used both for fun and for education. Very
early toys had the purpose of both entertaining kids and preparing them
for adulthood. Things like blocks would teach kids to cooperate and
develop fine motor skills. Whereas games like tag and swimming built up
strength so that kids could better do their chores and other strength
activities.</div>
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Since ancient times, kids have played with simple
playthings made from natural objects. They might play with rocks, grass,
wood scraps or just games with each other to keep themselves busy.
Sticks or rocks could represent soldiers or castles. Or a trinket could
be fashioned from them. Historically, parents would create playthings
for their kids like dolls, play guns, or rocking horses.</div>
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In the
late 19th century, companies began making toys from new materials in
mass. Many were made from plastic and metal as well as the traditional
wood. Rather than playing with home made toys, kids started buying them
from a store.</div>
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Many classic toys have survived to modern times.
Favorites like rocking horses, play guns, and dolls are still widely
popular today. But as culture has changed, so have trends in playthings.
Rocking horses and play guns are no longer as necessary in preparing
kids for adulthood. Our daily lives are more centered around technology
and analytical skills rather than hunting or physical ability. Popular
modern developmental toys reflect that.</div>
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The concept of teaching
through play is still relevant today. Modern educational toys teach
lessons that relate to modern society and the lessons that kids need to
know today. Any toy can teach kids about the world they live in. But
educational toys teach more specific skills that are important to their
development.</div>
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Toys that are educational can teach kids about every
area of life. They teach through play and develop intellectual,
emotional, and physical skills. When kids play with learning toys, they
improve a specific skill set.</div>
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<br /></div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-71915121445991082402012-06-21T14:40:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:40:31.685-07:00Online Schools - Popular Degree Programs<div style="text-align: justify;">
There are many popular degree programs that are offered through
online schools. You can choose to pursue an education in a number of
areas by choosing an accredited educational program and completing the
enrollment process. Online schools allow you to study at home in order
to prepare for the future you desire. You can begin by learning about
popular areas of study to help you choose the career path that is best
for you.</div>
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Accredited online schools offer training in different
areas in order to allow you the opportunity to gain the education and
career that will fit your lifestyle. There are opportunities for online
learning in popular areas of study such as:</div>
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<li>Accounting</li>
<li>Business</li>
<li>Court Reporting</li>
<li>Health Care</li>
</ul>
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...as well as other fields. Choosing a
field to pursue a career in can help you narrow down the options. There
are numerous possibilities to choose from that can allow you to seek a
professional career.</div>
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Online schools and learning programs can help
you become the professional you long to be by providing the quality
training you deserve. There are a number of career options that you can
study for through distance learning. Possibilities can include working
as a:</div>
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<li>dental assistant</li>
<li>accountant</li>
<li>court reporter</li>
<li>health care professional</li>
<li>counselor</li>
<li>business professional</li>
<li>administrative professional</li>
</ul>
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...and more. Once you
choose the career that you would like to pursue you can decide on the
level of training that you will be completing. Popular degree programs
offer training at a number of levels through online schools and colleges</div>
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When
looking to pursue an education from an online school, you should make
sure they are accredited and offer training for the career you choose.
You will have the opportunity to study at a variety of degree levels
through distance learning. Options can range from an associate to a
doctoral degree level. Accredited studies can be completed in as little
as two years, and can take as long as eight years. The type of career
you choose to obtain will help decide the levels of training that are
available for completion. The path that is followed through online
education will also help determine the coursework that will need to be
studied in order for you to obtain your desired degree and occupation.</div>
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Accredited
online schools and colleges provide course topics that are relative to
the career you are looking to enter. You can train in psychology,
security, communications, and more. Once you have decided to obtain a
higher education in one of the popular areas of study, you can train in
counseling, broadcasting, journalism, and more. Begin the journey by
researching programs and creating an educational plan.</div>
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By choosing
to enroll in an online school you will have many opportunities to
obtain the education you need to enter into an exciting occupation. You
should make sure the school or college you choose is fully accredited by
an agency such as the Distance Education and Training Council to ensure that proper training will be received. You can research
different programs to learn more about the specialized area of study
that interests you and enrollment options.</div>
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</div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-39617598296721990152012-06-13T14:39:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:39:29.408-07:00Online Business Schools - A Popular Online Study<div style="text-align: justify;">
Various business schools offer online career training for those with
an interest in pursuing a career. Students can look into pursuing a
variety of careers by contacting different programs. Online business
schools offer a popular online study for those who would like to pursue a
professional occupation. There are specific areas of study to choose
from as well as degree levels that can help students be on their way to
the future they long for.</div>
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<u>Careers</u></div>
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There are a variety
of career possibilities for those that would like to seek professional
employment in business. Accredited online business schools and colleges
can help students train to enter popular careers as entrepreneurs,
business administrators, conflict managers, small business owners, and
more. After the decision has been made as to which career will be
pursued, students can choose the intensity of education that they will
need to obtain. This will also provide them with additional information
regarding the specific areas of study that they will train in.</div>
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<u>Educational Training</u></div>
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Obtaining
an education online for an occupation in business may be completed at
different degree levels. Those looking to obtain training can choose the
degree level that will help them obtain the educational training to
enter the occupation of their choice. Accredited online studies can be
completed at popular levels such as the undergraduate and graduate
degree levels. Undergraduate degree programs can last two to four years
in length and will prepare students for various professions. Obtaining a
graduate degree through an accredited online business school or college
can require that an additional two or four years of study be completed.
Depending on the desired career and the level of training, students can
choose a specific area of study. This can include areas such as six
sigma technology, leadership, global business, business administration,
and more. The path that is selected will provide coursework that is
relative to the students desires.</div>
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<u>Training</u></div>
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Accredited
online business colleges are able to give students the educational
training that they will need in order to pursue successful careers.
Training and coursework will vary based on the online school of
enrollment and the path each individual student chooses. Coursework may
cover popular topics such as online training in accounting and finance,
marketing, financial management, business strategies, and other topics.
Choosing to complete training in this field may also provide the chance
to study online in management, trade controls, communication,
negotiating, and more. After the completion of coursework, students will
receive their degree and be able to look for employment. Online
training will teach them to work with businesses providing various
services in order to help them run smoothly.</div>
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Business schools that
offer online training can allow you to complete training at your own
leisure and from just about anywhere. These are a few of the reasons
that obtaining an education in business through distance learning is
becoming more popular. A number of online schools also provide the
chance for you to obtain a Masters of business administration (MBA)
which is a highly desired degree for both professionals and their
employers. By choosing to complete training in this field, you can be on
your way to the popular career you dream of.</div>
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Prior to choosing a
career training path, students should look into different schools and
enroll in one that offers and accredited education in the area of their
choice. The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business provides full accreditation to online business schools and degree
programs that are capable of providing students with quality career
training. Students can complete research in order to find the higher
education program that is right for them and choose a path to follow.
Begin the journey to an exciting new profession by enrolling in a
program today.</div>
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</div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-52520886590036902632012-06-07T14:38:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:38:38.277-07:00Education Software For Children and Adults<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Education software is available on an incredible number of topics
for children and also for adults. There are software programs for
children from infants to teenagers in reading, math, geography, foreign
languages, art, music and many other topics. Children's education
software allows them to learn through interactive play on the computer.<br />
For
adults, software can be found for achieving many educational goals,
including adult literacy, foreign languages, and learning to play a
musical instrument.<br />
Children's Software Featuring Popular Movie and TV Characters<br />
Some
popular animated characters in children's movies and television shows
are in education software made by various companies. Winnie the Pooh,
for example, stars in Disney's preschool software that teaches the
alphabet, numbers, colors, and sorting. Disney/Pixar has software for
grades 1 and 2 that features Buzz Lightyear, the popular character of
the movie Toy Story. Blue, the dog in the television show Blue's Clues,
is featured in several preschool and kindergarten software programs that
are produced by two companies: Humongous and Infogrames.<br />
Software Featuring Popular Children's Book Characters<br />
Clifford
the Big Red Dog, a well known character in children's books, is
featured in software produced by Scholastic Books. The Magic School Bus,
a popular science cartoon book, is featured in science software
produced by Microsoft. The ever-popular book Green Eggs and Ham by Dr
Seus is featured in The Learning Company's software for reading,
rhyming, and skills.<br />
Other Creative Children's Software<br />
There
is also software that is very engaging and educational, although it
does not have popular characters from books and the media. The On Track
line of software produced by School Zone Interactive offers numerous
reading and math products for children. Lego Media has educational
software for preschool and kindergarten that feature lego people and
buildings. Jumpstart software, which is produced by a company known as
Knowledge, is designed for every grade of elementary school. Knowledge
also introduces children aged 5 to 7 to music in software called Adiboo:
Discover Music, Melody & Rhyme. Topics Entertainment is one of the
few software companies that offer programs for older children, such as
Math and Science Excelerator for children aged 8 to 11. An excellent
software program for introducing children to foreign languages is:
"KidSpeak Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese," made by
Transparent Language.<br />
Adult <a href="http://www.ebuyer.com/store/Software" rel="nofollow" target="_new">Education Software</a><br />
There
are many companies selling a wide variety of software programs for
adults. The most well known adult software for foreign languages is made
by Rosetta Stone. The Education Activities Software company offers a
series called Reading in the Workplace, with versions for jobs such as
clerical, health care, electronics, and food service. The EAS math
software includes programs for algebra, integers, geometry and also a
program on Math for Everyday Living. The science software has topics
such as: Photosynthesis; Genetics and Heredity; and the Human Body. Many
companies offer software to help people study for the GED test, which
is equivalent to a high school diploma. There are many software programs
that teach people how to play a musical instrument. Piano instruction
software, for example, is sold by Adventus, eMedia, Alfred Publishing,
and Selectsoft.<br />
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</div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-40663902217486525972012-06-01T14:37:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:37:44.710-07:00Online University Education Gaining In Popularity<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Online university education is growing in popularity. More and
more students are turning to higher education online to complete their
secondary education and to earn their college degrees. There are several
reasons that online university studies are gaining in popularity.<br />
One
reason that online university education is gaining in popularity is the
advancement in technology. Not only has technology advanced but it has
become more user-friendly. Several decades ago a person had to have a
business degree in order to be able to do anything that was computer
related. Additionally, the majority of homes did not have computers.
In fact, the thought of a public computer being in Internet cafes,
public libraries and community centers was not even anything anyone
would consider. With technology becoming so advanced and computers so
common place, more people can now access the Internet to obtain an
online university education.<br />
Availability of online university
education programs has made it more popular as well. Initially, only
some universities were offering a select number of courses from their
traditional university on the Internet for students. This of course
began to increase. Before you know it, many universities are now
offering complete degrees on the Internet without students ever needing
to step inside a physical classroom. With so many types of degree
programs, majors and even courses to improve your current career without
receiving a degree there is a rise in the number of students that are
turning to online university education to meet their goals.<br />
Many
companies realize the importance of their employees receiving further
education and training to help them be successful within the business.
As a result, companies are offering tuition assistance and even some are
completely paying for employees to return to school to obtain higher
education. Employees are still working full time while attending
educational courses to help improve their lives and their careers. The
structure and setting of online university education classes has grown
in popularity for full time workers because they can combine a career
and student life more easily than traditional colleges. Companies are
willing to pay for the online courses as long as they are from an
accredited learning institution. This enables full time workers more
freedom in the selection of schools to attend to improve their knowledge
and advance in their chosen careers. You can read more at<br />
In
the past, many people were intimidated by the thought of using a
computer. It was overwhelming to think about posting on message boards,
sending emails, attaching files and even using a word processing
program. Today, many of the regular middle schools and high schools are
offering computer application training that is required for students to
advance to the next grade. Adults are learning how to use basic
computer functions in the work place. You don't have to be an
administrative assistance to learn how to use computers at work because
so many work positions are training employees to use the computer. For
example, many cashiers have computer registers instead of the previous
traditional registers. Because so many people are not intimidated by
computers, more people feel comfortable in the thought of participating
in courses on the Internet. The logical result is that online
university education is increasing in popularity.<br />
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</div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-41075690049770808542012-05-29T14:36:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:36:39.043-07:00Most Popular Degrees at University of Phoenix<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
University of Phoenix is one of the most popular online
universities available to students today. Founded in 1976, the
university is the largest private university in North America with more
than 200 locations plus their availability of online university degrees.
It boasts a number of popular degrees available in associates,
bachelors and advanced degrees.<br />
With more than 400,000 current
students and almost 100 online degrees, it may be overwhelming to
determine which degree is best suited for you. If you are considering
enrollment at the university, it may be beneficial to learn what other
Phoenix students are studying.<br />
Most Popular Degrees at University of Phoenix<br />
Business
& Management - At University of Phoenix's School of Business you'll
learn from industry leaders about the fundamentals and best practices
of the business world. Their education methodology includes simulations,
case studies and virtual organizations. Some of the most popular
business degrees within the School of Business include:<br />
Accounting
<br />Communications
<br />Finance
<br />Marketing
<br />Operations/Supply
<br />Green Programs
<br />Hospitality & Tourism
<br />Information Systems
<br />Retail Management
<br />Sports Management<br />
Criminal Justice & Security - Degree
programs offered from the College of Criminal Justice and Security
provide students with an in-depth knowledge of criminal justice as well
as security best practices. The faculty educates students on the most
recent digital advancements and prevention strategies. The most popular
online university degrees within the College of Criminal Justice and
Security are:<br />
Criminal Justice Administration
<br />Organizational Security
<br />Criminal Justice
<br />Justice and Security<br />
Information Technology - A degree from
University of Phoenix's College of Information Systems and Technology
provides you with more than the principles of information technology.
Their programs venture far beyond reading textbooks with hands-on
experience and real-life scenarios. Some of the most popular degrees
offered at The University of Phoenix include:<br />
Information Systems Security
<br />IT Support
<br />Networking
<br />Software Engineering
<br />Web Design<br />
Education - With more than 25 years of education
experience, the College of Education has programs designed to serve the
needs of aspiring teachers, those looking to move into administration,
and those interested in adult learning theory. Their courses are taught
by educators and administrators and are regularly being updated with
input from current teachers. Two of the most popular online university
degrees at the College of Education are:<br />
Elementary Education
<br />Special Education<br />
Health Care - The College of Natural
Sciences offers challenging programs to help you develop critical,
independent thinking as well as problem-solving skills. They blend new
and traditional scientific theory and knowledge to create a solid basis
of natural sciences. Two of the most popular degrees within the College
of Natural Sciences are:<br />
Long-term Care
<br />Health Administration<br />
Master's Degrees - University of Phoenix
offers master's degree programs in a variety of fields designed to help
you stay competitive in your career. Their online university degrees
give you the flexibility to continue working while pursuing your degree
and allow you to take only one class at a time if need be. Some of the
most popular master's degrees offered include:<br />
MBA
<br />Information Systems
<br />Special Education
<br />Health Care Administration
<br />Early Childhood Education
<br />Elementary Education<br />
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Students world over are whole-heartedly accepting online
education. The advantages of online education have made it the popular
mode of education among the students of all age groups in all parts of
the world. This growing popularity of online education has led to the
emergence of a large number of educational institutions offering online
education for a wide range of subjects. The growth of educational
institutions offering relearning facilities has been significantly high
in the US, Europe and the developed nations of the world.<br />
Online Education- Changing Perception<br />
In
the past people perceived online education as an unserious and
unscrupulous way of laying hands of a fast degree and getting good
grades without much effort and hard work. People also had doubts about
the reputation of education institutes offering online education.
However, the times have changes significantly and today the majority of
educational institutions offering online education are well established.
Most of the world's leading education institutions have commenced
online programs, which vindicate the validity of online education. Most
of the online courses offer in-depth learning to the students in their
respective educational modules.<br />
Factors Contributing To The Growth of Online Education<br />
Online
education is becoming popular because most of the educational
institutions offering online courses ensure qualitative learning.
Talented professors and subject matter experts are at the helm of
affairs at almost all accredited universities and colleges offering
online courses and online degree programs. The students can be assured
of good results in such courses.<br />
Here are some factors that have contributed to the fast paced growth of online education:<br />
· Flexible schedule<br />
The
biggest advantage of online education is that the students can do
effective utilization of their time, which is the most precious
resource. People participating in online education have the freedom of
maintaining a flexible schedule, which helps them tremendously and it
has come as a boon for the people who are working and want to continue
their education.<br />
· Student-Centered Learning<br />
The students in
online education have an advantage because they are in charge of their
learning experience. The students can prioritize their schedule and
complete the assignments as per their comfort levels and convenience.
This is possible because the teachers in online mode of education are
not teaching you all the time. As an online student, you have the
liberty to select the mode of learning.<br />
· Fair Playing Field<br />
Online
education is growing in popularity because it offers a level playing
field to all the students. When you are learning online, your
performance is the only criterion that affects the decision-making and
your gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, and other considerations do
not cloud the decision making process. This is one of the major factors
contributing to the growth of online education.<br />
All these
advantages of online education may prompt you to join e learning.
However, before you take the plunge and enroll in an online course,
please make sure that you are familiar with the methodology of online
education.<br />
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</div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-67997878640450125622012-05-15T14:33:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:34:04.205-07:00Online Education - Education In Vogue<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Time management is the key to success in today's fast paced
world. How one manages his or her time determines the success quotient
and this is the reason why online education id gaining immense
popularity. Since online education offers unmatched flexibility and the
students and learners can manage time in line with their other
priorities, it is becoming a very popular mode of education in almost
all parts of the world. The growing popularity of online education has
resulted in the establishment of several online educational institutions
offering online degree courses and other learning opportunities.<br />
Some
people harbored the misconception that the advantages of online
education are restricted only for those students and learners who had an
established record of past accomplishments. This also led to the
belief that online education helps only those who have access to modern
means of communication as computer and Internet. However, as the
awareness about various modes of online education is increasing the
misconceptions related to online education are giving way to more
acceptability to online education and training.<br />
Changing perception<br />
It
is a talk of the past when people considered online mode of education
as a quick way of obtaining a degree or getting good grades. In the
past, the reputed educational institutions were not offering online
education. However, with the increasing popularity of online education,
the majority of institutions offering online courses are
well-established institutes and they have a rich experience to provide
such education. It is worth mentioning, that a large number of world's
leading educational institutions are offering online education courses
on a wide range of subjects.<br />
Growth drivers<br />
Today, most of
the accredited online education courses have talented teachers and
professors of repute in their respective specialization. This ensures
qualitative learning. The students signing up with online education
courses, can be assured of guaranteed results. Moreover, online
education is more interesting and more competitive when compared to the
traditional teaching methodologies.<br />
Employers' viewpoint<br />
Undoubtedly,
many employers were and some of them are still having doubts about the
value of online education. However, with change in perception and
emerging popularity, a large number of employers have realized their
worth. Now the employers consider the online degrees from accredited and
well-established online educational institutes of repute. Moreover, the
increasing number of people who enroll for online education has changed
the employers' perception and now they readily consider the benefits of
online education.<br />
Some research reports point out that technology
oriented industries such as, communication, computers, media and
marketing have started to accept the candidates having online degree
courses from accredited and reputed institutions.<br />
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<br /></div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-41828208966259337782012-05-09T14:32:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:33:03.766-07:00Massage Therapy Schools for Alternative Education<div style="text-align: justify;">
It's a snap to find massage therapy schools in the US and Canada
because training to be a massage therapist has become one of the most
popular educational choices today. In fact, there are so many good
massage courses in North America, you might have a little difficulty
sorting them out. So, let's take this a step at a time.</div>
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First of
all, you can find massage classes located in natural healing schools, as
well as community colleges, vocational schools, medical schools, and
massage clinics. So, where can you find the best accredited massage
therapy schools? That really depends on what type of massage practice
you intend to enter. Did you know that there are more than 200
distinctly different massage techniques you can learn? No wonder it can
be so confusing!</div>
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Perhaps you are already a natural healer in a
field such as acupuncture or chiropractic. If so, you probably already
use many massage techniques in your daily practice. In a case like this,
you will want to seek supplemental massage courses to update and
perfect your technique to provide your patients with relief from painful
conditions or to reduce stress. Most of the established massage therapy
schools are very proud of their continuing education classes, and they
will employ practicing massage therapists to impart new and relevant
information about massage therapy.</div>
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If you are just starting out,
you might want to personally experience several different styles of
massage and then look into a trial massage apprenticeship. Visit a
massage clinic and experience the soothing benefits of a luxury massage,
aromatherapy massage, or foot reflexology. Maybe stop by a sports venue
and talk to the resident sports medicine specialist about sports
massage. Or, talk to massage therapists at a local hospital or clinic to
see what is involved in medical massage. The point is to determine what
type of massage career you prefer, and then focus your search on the
type of training that specific massage therapy schools provide. Planning
ahead like this can really help you achieve your dreams.</div>
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Where do
you intend to practice massage? Keep in mind, massage practices can be
highly regulated in some states, requiring massage certification, a
license, and sometimes regular continuing massage education; while other
regions have few or no massage regulations. Better look into the
requirements before you even get started. Check with local and national
massage therapy organizations for good advice, or just contact schools
for massage therapy that seem to meet your goals, and talk it over with
the admissions department.</div>
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</div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-86171068090415733492012-05-03T14:31:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:31:53.628-07:00Opportunities for Obtaining an Education and Career in Engineering<div style="text-align: justify;">
Students have numerous opportunities available to them when gaining
an education in engineering. The industry is concerned with taking
scientific and mathematical components and applying them to the design
and development of products. Students should begin their educational
training by exploring the options available at accredited universities
across the United States.</div>
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Training is challenging but students
walk away with the skills to apply mathematics and science to solving a
variety of technical problems. Curriculums are dedicated to teaching
students the processes required to create, design, and produce products
and structures. Education is offered at all degree levels and students
can choose from various specializations that prepare them for their
professional goals.</div>
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Students that enter degree programs learn
specific implementation procedures that have been used in realistic
situations. Procedures will look different according to the
concentration chosen but all programs focus on teaching students design
practices and cost management, which work together to solve monetary
issues. For example, a biomedical engineer uses a particular system and
research-based approach to design new prosthetic limbs. Available
concentration areas include:
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<li>Civil Engineering</li>
<li>Environmental Engineering</li>
<li>Mechanical Engineering</li>
<li>Electrical Engineering</li>
</ul>
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These options only show a limited selection of the possible career
field's students can enter after completing degree programs. Students
typically begin their education at the bachelor's degree level because
most entry-level careers require employees to have obtained a four-year
degree in their specialty.</div>
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Civil engineering is seen everyday
in bridges, public infrastructures, roads, and more. Education covers
multiple practices in order to accomplish the engineering aspects that
go into designing and constructing products. Programs provide students
with the skills to calculate the stress on buildings, monitor hazardous
wastes, evaluate structural designs, and estimate the composition of
soils. Engineering physics, economics, hydraulics, and technical
communications are some main courses that are completed within a
program.</div>
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Students interested in working to protect the Earth may
want to consider working through degree programs in environmental
engineering. All areas of hazardous waste disposal are explored.
Training is based on the Environmental Protection Agency's regulations,
which include producing systems that correctly and safely store
hazardous materials. Courses teach students disposal practices, Earth
science standards, and engineering principles that prepare them to
become professionals. Subjects include hazardous materials such as acid
rain, polluted water, and gas. Students become vital members of firms
that act on a company's behalf to correct problems associated with these
different components.</div>
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Mechanical engineering is another popular
educational training option. Training teaches students to design
mechanical systems and machines. The practices used to analyze and
create mechanical aspects of numerous machines are heavily studied
inside a degree program. Electric circuits, differential equations,
planning systems, and computer graphics are all course subjects that
train students for several careers. Upon graduation students can enter
careers in agriculture, tool design, and machine design.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
The
engineering field is broad making it a viable option for a plethora of
students that are interested in careers that combine mathematics,
science, and technical areas. Students should research the options to
find programs available to them that match their future career
aspirations, and carry full accreditation from an agency like the
Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology <a href="http://www.abet.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_new"></a>. Step inside an engineering degree program and begin learning to become a successful engineer.</div>
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</div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-40261545661395886822012-04-30T14:28:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:28:15.411-07:00How Educational Toys Can Be Beneficial to Children<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
When your tiny tot grows in to a preschooler, you will find it
very difficult to keep them busy. They will get easily bored of doing
the same things over and over again and may even get hooked to watching
television. Parents of today don't have enough time for their
kids-that's a fact-and sending them out to play with the other children
isn't always safe either. At such a time, investing in educational toys
could be a great solution.<br />
Educational toys are manufactured
keeping in mind the various characteristics of kids in a particular age
group. These toys are designed to keep kids engaged in paying for
several hours. Along with entertaining the kids, educational toys can
also provide children with some basic education that they will require
in their school. As a parent, you just have to introduce your kids to
such educational toys. These educational toys will improve your kids'
fine motor skills and make them think logically.<br />
Mentioned below are some of the very popular educational toys used all over the world, and how they can benefit your children.<br />
• <strong>Building Blocks and Puzzles</strong>
- You can select puzzles that are suitable for your kids' age group.
Jigsaw puzzles are very good for your kids, as these puzzles make your
kids think analytically. Building blocks are quite imaginative toys too.
Your kids can make anything out of their imagination.<br />
• <strong>Playing Computer Games</strong>
- There are several video games that your kids can play in their spare
time. There are various interesting and informative computer games that
you should allow your kids to play. This will also teach your kids how
to use the computer as well. It will be like preparing your kids to
become computer-friendly.<br />
• <strong>Chess</strong> - If you want
your kids to become good in subjects like science and math, then
introduce them to playing chess. Your kids will develop the skill of
reasoning which is very important for their future.<br />
• <strong>Board Game</strong>s
- You can teach your kids' some board games that they can play with
their siblings or friends. These board games will bring the healthy
competitive spirit in your kids. They will learn to accept success and
failure in a better manner.<br />
• <strong>Word Games</strong> - You
can improve your kids' language by bring word games for them. There are
several of them available right now, apart from the quintessential
Scrabble.<br />
As a parent, you certainly want your kids to be good at
everything. Introducing your kids to educational toys will definitely be
a good start for them. If you really want to unleash the potential of
your child, choosing the right educational toy is of vital significance.<br />
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</div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-81004995041773485892012-04-23T14:27:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:27:27.390-07:00A Rewarding Career Awaits You in Education Jobs<div style="text-align: justify;">
As an education graduate, there are many job opportunities waiting
for you. Schools and training centers are everywhere and they need the
services of professionals just like you. However, you need to possess a
degree in education in order to apply. In some countries, you need to
pass their licensure examinations in order to teach. Once you've
accomplished all requirements, you can land a job as a teacher in the
following:</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Early Childhood/Preschool
<br />Do you enjoy toddlers? Do you love hanging out with little children?
Being a preschool teacher offers lots of fun, excitement, and
challenges. Here you get to spend a few hours everyday teaching kids how
to draw, sing, dance, and many more. Most institutions require
preschool teachers to hold an Early Childhood diploma or have relevant
training in the field.</div>
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Primary and Intermediate
<br />Being with older children is also rewarding. During these school
years, students are introduced to the different subject areas to signal
the beginning of their formal education. As a teacher, you'll be tasked
to teach subjects like English, Science, Math, History, and many more.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
High School
<br />If teaching teenagers is what you're after, then being a high school
teacher is just what you need. Aside from teaching the regular
subjects, you may be assigned to serve as club adviser in student
organizations like the school choir, glee club, school publication, and
many others.</div>
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College
<br />If you possess a Master's or Doctorate degree, teaching in college
is your best option. You can teach in your specialized area or handle
basic courses. The good thing about being a college professor is you
have a more flexible schedule and lighter load compared to those
teaching in the lower levels.</div>
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Special Education
<br />One of the most highly paid education jobs is in the field of
special education. If you've graduated with a degree in special
education or have undergone training in teaching special or gifted
children, you can apply in such education jobs. Special education
teachers are paid higher and are very in demand abroad.</div>
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In case
you don't want to work in the traditional school setting, you have the
option to teach at the comfort of your own home. Being an online teacher
or tutor proves to be one of the most popular education jobs today.
Many foreign, non-English speakers are now using the web to learn a new
language. You can either join a group of tutors or find your own
students in the internet.</div>
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As a teacher, you can also expand your
horizons and advance you career. After a few years in teaching, you can
apply for administrative or supervisory education positions. You can
work as a school principal, head of a particular department, or
spearhead educational programs and reforms sponsored by the government
or private sectors.</div>
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<br /></div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-87450276544982296002012-04-16T14:26:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:26:29.222-07:00Working in the Education Sector<div style="text-align: justify;">
If you are smart and looking for a career that allows you to give
back, than working in the education sector may be the right move for
you. It can be a rewarding career choice and there are a variety of
different education jobs to choose from. Several individuals have
enjoyed their careers as educational leaders.</div>
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Teachers</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
The
first position that comes to mind in the education sector is a teacher.
Teaching is probably the most popular education job. Many people seek
out teaching jobs because they offer flexibility. In addition, these
individuals are often more gifted when it comes to training and
coaching.</div>
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Faculty</div>
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In addition to teachers, there are a
variety of different faculty positions available in the education field.
A career as a faculty member is a rewarding choice. It allows you to
influence the lives on many. Although you may not be directly involved
with students, you will get to have a say on the policies that are
created in the schools. This will indirectly affect many, and it will
also be far reaching.</div>
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Staff</div>
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In addition to the members of
the faculty, there are staff members that keep the school running.
Without these people a school could not survive. Consider the value of a
guidance counselor, a librarian, and a football coach. In addition, the
support staff is extremely beneficial to the overall operations of the
school. They get things done.</div>
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Many Levels</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
In addition to the
different types of jobs available, there are many levels to the
academic world. A person could teach kindergarten or they could choose
to pursue a career as a professor. While one may require more work and
time than the other, both are still great options. It depends on how
much you want to invest into your career and where you see yourself in
the future.</div>
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Research Opportunities</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Those individuals that do
pursue education careers at a higher level will have an opportunity to
work with intelligent individuals. One of their jobs will be to
continually research their specialty. Research opportunities on a
college level could lead to books and more. The sky is the limit. It
depends on what you want to make out of your career and what your goals
are</div>
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<br /></div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-43427845925734694002012-04-10T14:25:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:25:33.812-07:00Global Education<div style="text-align: justify;">
If we could represent the demographics of the world into a village of
100 people, what would it look like? If we gave that global village
access to 161 billion gigabytes of data, what would they do with it? If
six billion gigabytes of data were shared in email in 2006, what would
it contain? Most important of all, how is this incredible rate of
exponential change be reflected in the education of children today?
Where is the education really coming from, in schools, at home or
on-line?</div>
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A Global Village of 100 People</div>
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If we could reduce
the world's population to a village of precisely 100 people, with all
existing human ratios remaining the same, the demographics would look
something like this:</div>
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60 Asian</div>
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14 African</div>
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12 European</div>
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8 Latin American</div>
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5 US American and Canadian</div>
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Out of those 100 people:</div>
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51 would be male</div>
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49 would be female</div>
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The Standards of Living:</div>
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5 people (US citizens) would control 32% or the total wealth</div>
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80 would live in substandard housing</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
24 would not have any electricity</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
50 would be malnourished and 1 starving</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
33 would be without access to a safe water supply</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
67 are unable to read</div>
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7 people would have access to the Internet</div>
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1 would have a college education</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Information Data Explosion in the Global Village</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
161 billion gigabytes of digital information was created, captured and replicated worldwide in 2006</div>
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More than one billion MP3 files were shared over the Internet in 2006</div>
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Almost 100 billion digital images were captured and shared using cell phone cameras</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
More than 500 billion digital images will be captured by 2010</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Six billion gigabytes of data were emailed from one person to another in 2006 (excluding spam)</div>
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The number of emails grew three times faster than the number of people emailing from 1998 to 2006</div>
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Source: IDC & EMC Corp / The Expanding Digital Universe: A Forecast of Worldwide Information Growth Through 2010</div>
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What does this mean to Education?</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
A better question should be, "How should this be impacting are attention to education for children today?"</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Did
you know that 34 babies will be born in the next 8 seconds, 5 in India,
4 in China and 1 in the US. What will the world be like for them?</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
In
2006 there were over 1.3 million college graduates in the US, 3.1
million college graduates in India and 3.3 million college graduates in
China.</div>
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How many of the college graduates in India speak English? 100%</div>
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In the next ten years it is predicted that China will be the number one English speaking country in the world.</div>
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The
rate of change and development is increasing at an exponential pace. In
ten years there will be courses and technology and topics that have not
been invented yet. Social and cultural barriers are colliding,
collapsing, merging and conflicting as rapidly as the access to real
time communications, and far faster than political procedural doctrine
can respond. How will the next generation use computers that are faster
than the human brain, or capable of storing more data than the
collective minds of the world population? How will the next generation
be prepared for access to such knowledge in a changing world?</div>
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<br /></div>mekihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13582427783527363803noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428874816266803024.post-19601333295491386482012-04-04T14:23:00.000-07:002012-07-13T14:24:04.926-07:00Tax Savvy Ways to Save For Your Child's Education<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
No matter how young your child may be, now is the time to start
saving for their education. Here are a few excellent ways to start
saving now.<br />
One of the best ways to save money when it is time to
withdraw funds for your child's education is with a Coverdell Education
Savings Account. You can contribute up to $2000 annually until your
child reaches eighteen years of age. The deposits are not pre-tax, but
the funds are not taxable upon withdrawal as long as they are used for
education.<br />
529 College Savings Plans are among the most popular
educational savings programs. There are two different types of 529
plans available. The 529 College Savings Plan allows you different
options for investing and your investment returns are not taxed as long
as the money is used for education expenses. The second 529 plan is the
529 Prepaid Tuition Plan. It works sort of like prepaid fuel oil
purchases. You pay tuition based on the current cost and the plan
allows you to hold that cost until your child begins attending college.<br />
If
you invest in special Savings Bonds for Education early enough, they
can prove to be a good option for saving toward your child's education.
The program allows you to invest in bonds that can be withdrawn tax
free if used for educational purposes. You can, however, cash out the
bonds in the event of some financial crisis, but you'll have to pay the
taxes on the withdrawal since you are not using the funds for education.<br />
If
you have an older child and you are concerned about their college
education because you have no savings in place, there are deductions,
tax credits, and exemptions for which your child may qualify before and
after enrollment. For example, The American Opportunity Tax Credit has
been improved and extended. There is also the classroom expenses
deduction, higher education tuition and fees deductions, as well as the
lifetime learning credit.<br />
It is important, if at all possible, to
get a head start on your child's higher education costs. Tuition and
fees are reaching dramatic highs and as your children grow older, these
cost promise only to rise. One of the most important financial
investments you can make as a parent is in the future education of your
children. Research and plan as far in advance as you possibly can in
order to take advantage of the best programs available for your child's
education.<br />
Perhaps you should begin preparing for those education
costs now, by consulting a financial planner. A financial planner can
give you top-notch recommendations on how to invest now, in order to
guarantee your child's educational future.<br />
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The education of your child is very important expenses for you
and sooner you start planning for it, better. There are many plans and
schemes available there in the market. What are they? Which one will be
just right for you? Chintamani Abhyankar provides useful tips and
advice.</div>
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