Small businesses bore the brunt of the economic damage caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to data collected by the U.S. Census Bureau in the last week of May 2021, 26.2% of U.S. small business owners report that the pandemic had a large negative effect on their company, and an additional 42.7% state that the…
The good news for people planning to attend college is that tuition fees are expected to hold steady in the coming year, as Forbes reports. The not-so-good news is that the average cost of tuition at a public four-year university in the U.S. for the 2021-2022 school year is $10,740 for in-state students and $27,560 ...
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Only 23% of public schools have fully mapped out their curriculum, a recent Chalk survey found. Coordinated instruction, however, helps teachers deliver engaging lessons that inspire and support students. It gives teachers measurable goals, and helps them align their lessons across grade levels and subject areas.
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Teachers everywhere are getting ready for a school year like none other. Whether returning to the classroom or teaching online the upcoming semester, thank you for your dedication. This fall is also an ideal time to consider your own future. With online learning taking a front seat for so many busy adults in need of ...
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According to a 2021 Harris Poll, 52% of people surveyed said they were considering a job change; what’s more, 44% of those surveyed had already made concrete plans to change jobs. Those plans can encompass a range of steps, one of which can be earning a second bachelor’s degree.
Almost half of full-time college undergraduates work, according to a recent report from the National Center for Education Statistics. Many of them, especially those enrolled in online programs, juggle family responsibilities as well. It’s a challenge. However, college students can develop productive strategies to balance school, work and family obligations.
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Each year, more and more students are pursuing an education online. According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), of the nearly 20 million students enrolled in higher education in the fall of 2019, more than 7.3 million (37.2%) were enrolled in some distance education courses and nearly 3.5 million (17.6%) were exclusively online ...
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Teachers are among the most important members of the workforce. They impart vital knowledge and prepare students to be good citizens and workers. Teachers are often the first role models young people encounter outside of their families, and many students cite teachers as having a significant, lasting positive impact on their lives. According to a ...
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Small businesses bore the brunt of the economic damage caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to data collected by the U.S. Census Bureau in the last week of May 2021, 26.2% of U.S. small business owners report that the pandemic had a large negative effect on their company, and an additional 42.7% state that the ...
With a growing emphasis on academic achievement, test scores and preparation for postgraduate study, it is an exciting time for a career in educational consulting. Professionals in this field not only play an important role in assisting students with their educational planning, but in some instances they work directly with schools and universities to train ...
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Meet Danny Hayes, MFS, a criminal justice instructor at Peru State College. With extensive experience in corrections, Hayes discusses his educational background and career path and offers valuable insight regarding where a degree in criminal justice can lead.
