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MyStudentCare Launches: Web-Based Communications System Aims to Ease Administrative Burden and Improve Efficiency of School-to-Parent Communications
Schools looking to improve the efficiency of communications with parents while reducing administrative and materials costs have a new way to communicate directly via the internet, email and text messaging, thanks to a new web-based communications tool called MyStudentCare. MyStudentCare is... - June 02, 2012 - MyStudentCare
Win a Free Subscription to Music Teacher’s Helper for Life
Music Teacher's Helper is having a contest starting on June 15th, 2012 and ending on June 30th, 2012 with several prizes including a free subscription to Music Teacher’s Helper for life. - June 02, 2012 - Music Teacher's Helper
360 Education Solutions Obtains New EDU Partnerships
360 Education Solutions is becoming a more relevant player in lead generation because of a niche' focus on direct marketing to school districts and other public enterprises. Now they are expanding services by partnering with exciting new online options for professional development courses, GMAT, GRE and other test prep courses, and affordable online freshman prerequisite courses for those wishing to enter the convenient world of continuing education via the internet. - May 31, 2012 - 360 Education Solutions
Virtual Speech Center Releases an iPad App to Practice Plurals
Expedition with Plurals was created by a certified speech and language pathologist for PK–3 students to practice regular (e.g., cat/cats) and irregular plurals (foot/feet) in multiple contexts, targeting both receptive and expressive language skills and accompanied by recorded audio instructions. This fun and colorful app includes both an audio recording feature that allows students to hear their productions and a fun memory game that can be customized. - May 31, 2012 - Virtual Speech Center Inc.
Tutors International are Recruiting Two Full-Time Private Tutors for Four Children Based Primarily in Malta
Travelling between Malta, France and Ireland, two enthusiastic full time live-in tutors are required to share the long-term home schooling of four children. - May 31, 2012 - Tutors International
Link-Systems International Unveils Revolutionary Web-based Whiteboard Designed for the Mobile Learning Environment
Link-Systems International redesigns the WorldWideWhiteboard® using HTML5 to make online collaboration for educators and students more engaging, accessible, and easy to use. - May 31, 2012 - Link-Systems International, Inc.
New Report Calls for an End to Costly "Talent Wars"
Five-year investigation uncovers a more affordable route to high performance. - May 30, 2012 - Adaptation Ltd
Darylgreen.org - How to Assist American Businesses Compete Professors Breakdown Magical Ingredients
Is America in trouble? On a daily basis Americans are being required to answer that question both subconsciously and openly by today’s media pundits. - May 30, 2012 - darylgreen.org
Upside Learning Sponsors ASTD Research Report – "Mobile Learning: Delivering Learning in a Connected World"
Upside Learning is pleased to sponsor ASTD Research Report, titled "Mobile Learning - Delivering Learning in a Connected World." The report, covering the current status of mobile learning in the world, roadblocks, and strategies to implement mobile learning in the workplace, is available for download on ASTD’s website. - May 30, 2012 - Upside Learning Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Yukon Learning Launches the Extreme Course Makeover Blog
Yukon Learning is proud to announce the launch of its new blog from Ron Price, "Extreme Course Makeover." - May 29, 2012 - Yukon Group Inc
Smart Apps 4 Kids Release New Educational App - Rhyme-N-Time for iPad
Smart Apps 4 Kids announced the immediate availability of its new app called Rhyme-N-Time. The app, created for the iPad, combines a rhyming storybook and charming game wrapped in an educational learning tool. Rhyme-N-Time keeps track of how the child is performing with various statistics as they move throughout the game. The app allows the child to see uppercase or lowercase letters, plus the ability to use images and words or just the word for clues when trying to match rhyming words. - May 29, 2012 - Smart Apps 4 Kids
Pilgrim Institute Announces Launch of Restoring America’s Biblical Foundations
Pilgrim Institute, an educational ministry, announces the launch of Restoring America’s Biblical Foundations, a power-packed study that will help direct your thinking concerning the influence of the Word of God upon our nation. - May 27, 2012 - Pilgrim Institute
International American University College of Medicine and Tapion Hospital Enters Into Partnership
IAUCOM enters in an affiliation with Tapion Hospital to provide clinical training to its medical students. - May 27, 2012 - International american university College of medicine
Last Chance for Summer Engineering Courses with the Smallpeice Trust
Students interested in learning about careers in engineering, design and technology are running out of time to book for this summer’s residential courses provided by educational charity The Smallpeice Trust. The closing date of 31st May is fast approaching and many of the courses are already... - May 27, 2012 - The Smallpeice Trust
Wexford University Offers Online Sport Psychology Degree
Now offering a popular Sport Psychology degree for students, Wexford University provides a variety of online degree programs. The online Sport Psychology program is available to students from around the world. - May 25, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
DreamWorks Recruiters Get Eyeful at Exceptional Minds Studio Presenting Young Talent on the Autism Spectrum
DreamWorks recruiters visit Exceptional Minds studios, the only vocational school and working production studio in Sherman Oaks, California, for young adults on the autism spectrum. Exceptional Minds studios was formed in 2011 to prepare ASD individuals for work in movie production and animation; one in three young adults with autism lack the experience or education to get a job, according to recent report prepared for U.S. Department of Education. - May 25, 2012 - Exceptional Minds
Wauton Samuel Awarded Onto GPS and DfE National Framework Agreement for Information Management and Learning Services (IMLS)
School Management Information Systems Software Supplier framework contract. - May 25, 2012 - Wauton Samuel
Studying English as a Second Language? Try These Bilingual Books Free on Kindle.
Author is offering Free Kindle downloads of bilingual children's books. - May 24, 2012 - Creations By Crouch L.L.C.
Upside Learning’s Newsletter – Upside Learning Buzz – Completes One Year. Subscriber Base Reaches 3000.
Upside Learning’ corporate newsletter, Upside Learning Buzz, which was launched back in May 2011 has completed one successful year. The newsletter now boasts of a subscription of 3000, indicating a robust growth in readership. - May 24, 2012 - Upside Learning Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Udgam School Introduces Entrepreneurship as a Subject in Higher Secondary Commerce Stream
Udgam School for Children introduces Entrepreneurship as a subject for Class 11 and 12 students of CBSE board Commerce stream. - May 24, 2012 - Udgam School
Yukon Learning Moves Its Corporate Headquarters
Yukon Learning, a leading provider of e-Learning content, training and development, announces the move of their corporate headquarters to the Innsbrook business complex in Glen Allen, Virginia. - May 23, 2012 - Yukon Group Inc
The Francis P. and Mary J. Brennan Memorial Lecture “Every Four Years: Presidential Elections and American History” Presented by Sol Gittleman, Ph.D.
The Annual Brennan Lecture, sponsored by the Winchester Seniors Association and the Winchester Council on Aging, will be held on Wednesday, May 23 at 7 p.m. in the Pond Room. The topic of Dr. Sol Gittleman’s lecture is “Every Four Years: Presidential Elections and American... - May 23, 2012 - Winchester Town of COA
Seon Forde Recently Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Seon Forde of Brooklyn, New York, has recently been recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of professional tutoring. About Seon Forde Seon Forde was born in Trinidad, West Indies. He attained his M.S. in... - May 23, 2012 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Florida Literacy Coalition Announces Annual State Literacy Award Winners
Three individuals and two organizations were honored at the Florida Literacy Awards Banquet for their excellence in literacy service. - May 23, 2012 - Florida Literacy Coalition
Superior Grocers Donates Funds to Local Schools Through Its "Superior for Education" Program
Superior Grocers, one of the largest independent supermarket chains in Southern California, is proud to announce its latest donation to nearby schools through its “Superior for Education” Program. With support from Colgate-Palmolive Company, Superior Grocers will be awarding 19 area... - May 22, 2012 - Superior Grocers
Lorikeet Learning LLC Cites Mounting Evidence That Touch Screen Technology is the Future for Reaching Children with Autism
Lorikeet Learning, LLC is an education solution company providing resources to educators and parents working to reach the most challenging students. By providing educational resources and products, forums, a digital community, and expertise Lorikeet will be the “go to brand” for teachers and parents of children with severe learning differences. - May 20, 2012 - Lorikeet Learning
Director of Northern Virginia Tutoring Service Receives Award from NVCC Educational Foundation
Dr. Ralph G. Perrino, Founder and Director of Northern Virginia Tutoring Service, has been awarded the prestigious Northern Virginia Community College Educational Foundation Outstanding Service to the College Award for 2012. - May 19, 2012 - Northern Virginia Tutoring Service, LLC
Capita Announce Details of Their National Effective Procurement in Schools Conference
Capita’s National Effective Procurement in Schools Conference delivers practical solutions to complicated procurement challenges. Ensure that you are achieving value for money from all contracts through a variety of solutions including; successful contract management, collaborative buying power and skilled negotiation strategies. - May 19, 2012 - Capita Conferences
Netball America Participating at President's Active Lifestyle Award Presentation
Netball America has announced that Dr. Jayne Greenberg [District Director of Physical Education and Health Literacy of Miami-Dade] has invited Netball America President Sonya Ottaway and American Idol Finalist, Michael Johns to attend the President’s Active Lifestyle Award (PALA +)... - May 18, 2012 - Netball America Inc.
Green Education Foundation (GEF) and Gardener’s Supply Company Announce $5,000 Grant for Outstanding Youth Garden Project
National grant contest supports sustainability of K-12 garden projects - May 18, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Lemon Frog Learning Announces the Drop-In Ceiling Mount
Lemon Frog Learning adds the world’s easiest projector mount to their product line. - May 18, 2012 - Lemon Frog Learning
A Revolutionary New Program is Giving Indonesians the Chance to Learn English from Native Speakers
English First, the world’s largest private education company specializing in English training, has already helped 15 million students with its innovative e-learning program called Englishtown. So far, the majority of these students have been from Brazil, Russia, China, Germany, France and Spain, but now Indonesians are able to benefit from the service too. Englishtown's launch in Indonesia builds on an already strong network of 63 English First schools serving kids and teens across the country. - May 18, 2012 - EF Education First
Celestron Prepares for Two Rare and Exciting Celestial Events
Telescope Pioneer is Offering an Easy Way to View the 2012 Annular Solar Eclipse and Transit of Venus - May 17, 2012 - Celestron
Lawline.com, Among Best Companies to Work for in New York
Continuing education company, Lawline.com, named one of the best companies to work for in New York State for second year in a row. - May 17, 2012 - FurtherEd
Aesthetic VideoSource Presents “Eyelash Extensions” Videos. Learn How to Apply Eyelash Extensions from an Award-Winning Makeup Artist.
Eyelash extensions are rapidly growing in popularity. In “Eyelash Extensions” volumes 1 & 2, Leslie Graham demonstrates how to provide this profitable service. Each volume features step-by-step instruction and extreme close-ups. - May 17, 2012 - Aesthetic VideoSource
Green Energy Challenge Energy Spotlight School Promotes Conservation and Awareness
Norman E. Day Elementary School in Westford, MA Stands Out as Energy Champion - May 17, 2012 - Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Upside Learning Expands Its Catalogue of Courses by Partnering with THE Group to Offer ILM Qualifications
Upside Learning has announced its recent collaboration with THE Group UK, to provide the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) Level 3 qualifications in First Line Management (Award, Certificate, Diploma,) and the Level 3 Award in Leadership qualification to its customers and prospects. This partnership has expanded Upside Learning’s existing portfolio of 3000+ ready-to-use courses to include over 26 optional units of ILM validated courses and content. - May 17, 2012 - Upside Learning Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Students Enjoy Engineering Construction Course with the Smallpeice Trust
From 2nd to 5th April, 100 promising students from across the UK benefited from a unique learning experience at the University of Wolverhampton’s Telford Campus. Sponsored by the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) and delivered by educational charity The Smallpeice... - May 17, 2012 - The Smallpeice Trust
50 Students Enjoy Engineering Experience with BAE and the Smallpeice Trust
From 10th to 13th April, fifty promising 13 and 14 year olds from across the UK benefited from a unique hands-on learning experience at Harper Adams University College in Shropshire. This four-day residential programme was organised by The Smallpeice Trust and sponsored by BAE Systems to engage... - May 17, 2012 - The Smallpeice Trust
ORT America ''Lunch with an Artistic View" Raises $124,000 for Science Education in Israel
ORT America is Jewish organization committed to strengthening communities throughout the world by educating people against all odds and obstacles. A division of ORT, ORT America supports a global network of schools and training programs that reach throughout the United States, Latin America, Israel, Europe, the Baltic and Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and Africa, fulfilling the dreams and aspirations of over 300,000 people in over 60 countries every year. www.ORTamerica.com - May 16, 2012 - ORT America
Virtual Speech Center Releases a Multiple Meanings iPad App for Speech Language Pathologists
Virtual Speech Center Inc., the provider of mobile applications for speech therapy, announced today the release of Multiple Meanings Library, an iPad application available for download on Apple’s iTunes App store. - May 16, 2012 - Virtual Speech Center Inc.
Students on Track with Smallpeice Trust Railway Engineering Course
From 10th to 13th April, one hundred students gathered at the University of Liverpool to attend a specially designed Railway Engineering residential course. Sponsored by the National Skills Academy for Railway Engineering (NSARE) and The Lloyd’s Register Educational Trust (The LRET), this... - May 16, 2012 - The Smallpeice Trust
50 Students Enjoy EDF Low Carbon Energy Course with the Smallpeice Trust
From 18th to 21st April, fifty students from schools in the Somerset region have been learning how to solve some of the challenges facing the low carbon energy industry. Led by educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust and sponsored by EDF Energy, the four-day residential course, which took place... - May 16, 2012 - The Smallpeice Trust
Education Online Services Corporation Announces Upcoming Launch of an Online RN to BSN Degree for Southern University, School of Nursing in Baton Rouge
Education Online Services and Southern University’s School of Nursing announce the launch of online RN to BSN degree - May 15, 2012 - Education Online Services Corp
Dr. Leigh-Davis, Popular Legal Analyst, Expounds on the Dire State of Science and Math Education
In an upcoming documentary film, Dr. Leigh-Davis, media personality, college professor, and legal analyst; expresses her dismay with children not becoming proficient in math and science. - May 14, 2012 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
Nuclear Course a Resounding Success for the Smallpeice Trust
From 11th to 13th April, forty students from North Wales have been learning how to solve some of the challenges facing the nuclear industry. Sponsored by Bangor University and the National Nuclear Laboratory and led by educational charity, The Smallpeice Trust, the four-day residential course... - May 13, 2012 - The Smallpeice Trust
Free New Training Video with John Spencer Ellis and Mike Mahler Offers Secrets and Strategies for Fitness Business Success
In a free online video interview, fitness pros John Spencer Ellis and Mike Mahler share their top tips for success in the fitness industry. Mahler is the author of “Live Life Aggressively: What Self-help Gurus Should Be Telling You.” - May 12, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
O’Dell Announces Breakthrough in Educating Developmentally Challenged
Jacob’s Ladder founding director Amy O’Dell announces a breakthrough in educating developmentally challenged children. - May 12, 2012 - Jacob's Ladder Neurodevelopmental School and Therapy Center
Self Review Helps Schools Towards Personalized Learning
G&D Associates launch School Self-Review at the MFF; Share Fair May 05th 2012: Free resource for schools nationwide - May 12, 2012 - G&D Associates
Wellspring Learning to Offer Scientific Learning Fast ForWord® and Reading Assistant™ Products Designed to Build Language and Reading Skills
Students struggling to read need specific, research-based approaches for decoding, sight word recognition, vocabulary development and retention, the ability to spell, and reading comprehension. To be a proficient reader and successful learner a student must have a phonemic awareness for decoding, the ability to rapidly identify sight words and retain vocabulary, and the ability to comprehend what is read. - May 12, 2012 - Wellspring Learning, LLC