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Many Students Choose School Over The Beach

July 22, 2008 – 2:45 pm by Kim

It seems that summer school is no longer for the students who flunked classes or slacked off during the school year, but is now used voluntarily by students looking to get a head start on the school year. In the Wauwatosa School District in Wisconsin, summer school enrollment has doubled since 2004, with 2,066 students taking summer classes. School officials say these students are getting their core classes, such as English, Math and Science, done over the summer to allow for more time during the school year to enroll in elective offerings and take advanced placement courses. Other students are taking summer courses so they have more time during the school year to apply for internships, graduate early or begin attaining college credits. Many colleges offer summer programs ...

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Meet Scott Frangos: Social Media and Web Hosting Master

July 22, 2008 – 10:25 am by Kelly

I think one of the biggest advantages of online tutoring is that you have access to subject matter experts with real-world experience in any subject you need help.  These tutors aren't just book smart, they pay their bills based on how well they know their stuff.  For example, on GlobalScholar, you can take courses in Web Development, Photoshop, and Blogging from Scott Frangos. Scott Frangos received a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications/Business from the University of Portland and holds certifications in Web Design, Advertising, eCommerce, and Adobe Photoshop. He has been a College level instructor for close to 20 years and has also managed two different web hosting companies. As Managing Editor of WebHelperMagazine.com, he discusses blogging techniques, tips for SEO, and other social media matters. Here's what Scott told me ...

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Meet Vanamali: English Tutor Extraordinaire

July 14, 2008 – 4:44 pm by Kelly

S.Vanamali, a member of Classof1, received his Bachelors degree in Commerce (with Honors) from the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. In 2001, he passed the National English Language Testing Service (NELTS) exam, conducted by the Central Institute of English and Foreign Languages (CIEFL). Vanamali feels that his core strength lies in his language skills and he has been tutoring students in English for the past 7 years. On GlobalScholar, Vanamali offers SAT Prep tutoring and English courses for Kindergarten through College level students.  Here is what Vanamali had to say about himself and his tutoring experiences: What was your favorite subject when you were a student? Why? Vanamali: When I was a student, English was my favorite subject. I liked to read lots of stories and ...

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College Advisor: Your Personal Online College Admissions Counselor

July 14, 2008 – 2:17 pm by Kim

In the United States alone there are 2,364 colleges and universities offering four-year degree programs. Within this number 612 are public institutions and the remaining 1,752 are private. Each college offers a unique campus and classroom experience, varies in cost, location, admissions and degree programs. With so many options available it can be a bit overwhelming when deciding which one to choose. Additionally, if each college has to be researched individually, just imagine how much time that could take! Allow me to introduce you to College Advisor, your online step-by-step personal college admissions counselor. College Advisor is a sophisticated, yet simple six-step process to help you find the colleges that fit you best. Once you have selected the criteria most important to you, such as location, cost, ...

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The Benefits of Tutoring Online

July 14, 2008 – 9:29 am by GlobalScholar

Online tutoring started in the late 90s and has quickly expanded since then. Some remain skeptical of online learning and claim that it is less effective than face-to-face instruction. I admit, change can be a scary thing, but evolution is what makes the world live on, and often works out for the better. Below I have compiled a list of the benefits of tutoring online.  Saves time and money Tutoring online will save you time and money commuting, since you can have the session from the comfort of your home. You can prepare for a session in 5 minutes and stay in your pajamas and slippers.  Online tutoring costs are usually 30-40% less than face-to-face Since tutors can accommodate a higher volume of students through online tutoring, they often charge ...

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California Places Much Needed Emphasis on Algebra

July 11, 2008 – 11:53 am by Kim

Algebra is a branch of mathematics that focuses on the study of structure, relation and quantity. It is one of the main branches of math and a fundamental building block for advancing in the mathematical world. So what happens when students graduate from middle school without a good grasp on the subject? This is the problem that many state educational boards are facing. California is the first state in the nation to face this problem head-on and have decided to make taking algebra and the state algebra exam by the eighth grade mandatory. The mandate will go into effect in 2011. The decision was made after half of the state’s public school eighth-graders took the Algebra I exam in 2007 and only 38% scored proficient or better. ...

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Meet Conchita Garnett: Spreading the Love of Computer Languages

July 7, 2008 – 1:59 pm by Kelly

Conchita Garnett earned a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from LaSalle University and has over 17 years of experience working in computer programming. Her extensive knowledge comes from holding the positions of Systems Analyst and Database Programmer at several large corporations.  Currently, Conchita offers homework help courses in ASP.NET, C#, HTML, Visual Basic, SQL and database development in Microsoft Access.  Here's what Conchita told us about herself and her tutoring experiences: What was your favorite subject when you were a student? Why? Conchita: Computer Science and programming courses were my favorite subjects when I was in college.  I found it very interesting to try to figure out what makes a computer perform thousands of calculations and processes in such a short time.  I also loved going to the computer lab to ...

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Summer Camp Ideas

July 1, 2008 – 11:27 am by Kim

Summer camps help children gain independence, meet new friends and try new things. They are a great way for children to experience being away from home and get the most out of their summer. There are thousands of options available around the country, so I have selected a few that I found to be most interesting. If you are looking to fix fun with education, check out a few of these intellectually exciting camps: Supercamp Supercamp is a 10-day program for kids in grades 4 through 12 and focuses on improving reading comprehension, improving study skills, sharpening writing skills, note taking skills, memorization skills and test preparation for the SAT, PSAT and ACT. Digital Media Academy Summer Computer Camp At DMA there are two programs, one for teens and one ...

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Meet Edmond Johnsen: Math and Science Tutor and Scuba Diver

July 1, 2008 – 11:11 am by Kelly

There are so many highly skilled and talented tutors on GlobalScholar, it can be a daunting task to choose just one.  So, why not try them all?!  Well, in case you don't want to spend every hour of the rest of your life tutoring, I have another option.  I'm going to introduce you to our tutoring community...one by one. Edmond Johnsen: Explorer of Oceans and the Worlds of Math and Science Edmond Johnsen recently obtained a Bachelor's degree in Physics from Colorado State University and offers courses in both Physics and Calculus for high school and college students.  In college, he was the one that his friends ran to for help in math and science which made him realize that he had a gift for teaching.  His GlobalScholar students agree: one student wrote in his ...

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GlobalScholar Announces the Launch of Preschool Finder!

June 30, 2008 – 3:53 pm by Kim

What is just as important as teaching your child to eat right and play well with others? Enrolling them in a high quality preschool program, of course! At GlobalScholar it has been our mission to enhance the world of education, both through 24/7 online tutoring and our online directories of all U.S. schools - elementary through college. We acknowledge the importance of education at all levels, which is why we are now expanding our reach and including a directory of preschools and early education programs on our newest site: Preschool Finder!Preschool Finder offers similar search features as SchoolFinder and CollegeFinder and the same abilities to browse and compare schools. Preschools are organized by neighborhood, rather than by the state alone, making your search for the perfect school ...

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