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LearnCAx Becomes First Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) Platform for CFD Learning
Centre for Computational Technologies – CCTech today announced joining of massive open online course (MOOC) movement by making LearnCAx (www.learncax.com) platform free for CFD learning. Now any individual can access LearnCAx premium CFD courses on ANSYS, CD-adapco and Autodesk software for... - May 18, 2015 - LearnCAx
High School Students Selected to Participate in the 13th USA Biology Olympiad Finals at Purdue University
The Center for Excellence in Education and Purdue University jointly sponsor the USA Biology Olympiad. This program concentrates on stimulating young scholars’ intellectual curiosity and developing their critical thinking skills in biological reasoning, and culminates with the U.S. Team’s participation in the International Biology Olympiad. - May 16, 2015 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
PECB International Signs a Partnership Agreement with Belmonte Consulting
“We make sure we offer our clients the best training material that is accurate, credible and practical. Our engagement and responsibilities in providing great experience will be efficiently allocated to partnership efforts to ensure that these efforts are well-managed and maintained,” said Elizabeth Bradshaw, Managing Director of PECB International. - May 16, 2015 - PECB
Capita Conferences Announce Their Secondary Mathematics Conference
With the first teaching of the new GCSE and Core Math qualifications beginning in September 2015 and the A Levels planned for 2017, the Secondary Mathematics Conference has been designed to provide the crucial information you need to ensure students and staff are ready for this period of... - May 15, 2015 - Capita Conferences
PECB International Signs a Partnership Agreement with Sin-Yun Pte Ltd
“We are very excited for this agreement, and we promise we will provide our full-time services and best efforts on behalf of this partnership. I personally feel profoundly honored and exceedingly delighted to sign this agreement with Sin-Yun Pte Ltd,” said Elizabeth Bradshaw, Managing Director of PECB International. - May 15, 2015 - PECB
Margaret "Peg" Tracey Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Margaret “Peg” Tracey of San Bernardino, California has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Educators for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Margaret “Peg” Tracey Ms. - May 13, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Career Step and Army Wife Network Announce Winner of 2015 Military Spouse Scholarship
Career Step, in partnership with Army Wife Network, is proud to announce that the winner of its 2015 military spouse scholarship is Megan Malone, a junior at San Diego State University. - May 13, 2015 - Career Step
VistaMind, India's Premier Entrance Coaching Institute, is Now in AnnaNagar, Chennai
VistaMind, India's premier entrance coaching institute, is now in AnnaNagar, Chennai. VistaMind was founded by some of India’s best CAT and MBA entrance Trainers. They have over 10 years of experience in setting up and/or running successfully the centers of a Leading Coaching Institute in... - May 13, 2015 - VistaMind
Summer Camp Open House at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA invites families to explore summer camp. - May 10, 2015 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Platinum Educational Group Announces EMS Scholarships Program
Platinum Educational Group, The Testing and Scheduling Specialists, has started a new EMS scholarships program for students pursuing a career in the Emergency Medical Services field. Platinum’s co-founders, Doug Smith and Tom Gottschalk, were both Paramedics before turning educators in the software industry and started this program as a way to give back to the EMS community. - May 10, 2015 - Platinum Educational Group
Capita Conferences Announce Their Improving Primary Literacy and Numeracy Conference – 15th July 2015 – Central London
With the implementation of the revised national curriculum and changes to the assessment framework well underway, the National Improving Primary Literacy and Numeracy Conference helps you to support the development of high quality literacy and numeracy teaching and learning in your school at this... - May 09, 2015 - Capita Conferences
The Power of 2! Leveraging Social Media & Closing the Deal Seminar
Sandler Training and Sigma7 Group are teaming to deliver this free informative seminar which will give business owners and managers ways to improve your closing ratio. In addition, specific insights will be presented in developing the right strategy in leveraging social media as a way to find, obtain, and retain customers, ultimately improving both top line and bottom line results. - May 08, 2015 - Greg Nanigian and Associates, Inc
Number 1 Trusted eLearning Service Site Launches Affiliate Program
Educator.com teams up with AffiliateManager.com to promote high school and college-leveled courses via the affiliate marketing model. - May 08, 2015 - AffiliateManager.com
PECB International Signs a Partnership Agreement with BLUEFIELD d.o.o.
“We believe that working with Bluefield d.o.o. is a great opportunity to provide our services for people in Croatia, and outspread our network of professionals. Bluefield d.o.o. strives to meet the needs of clients, to provide them with healthy choices and ongoing commitment with its presence in Croatia, we are excited for this partnership and encourage others to join in the effort,” said Elizabeth Bradshaw. - May 08, 2015 - PECB
PECB International Signs a Partnership Agreement with Zenith Quality Assessors Pvt. Ltd.
“PECB International has built a strong reputation in the international market for its expertise and ability to develop and deliver trainings on many ISO standards,” said Elizabeth Bradshaw, Managing Director of PECB International. - May 08, 2015 - PECB
Capita Conferences’ School Exam Reform Event Announced – 29th June, Newcastle
School Exam Reform Conference - Teaching the New GCSEs and A Levels from September - May 08, 2015 - Capita Conferences
WakeEd Partnership Welcomes Four New Board Members
WRDC, BB&T, Lenovo and Quintiles Join Companies Working to Improve Education in the Wake County Public School System. - May 08, 2015 - Wake Education
Erie 2 BOCES Educators Advocate on Capitol Hill for Career and Technical Education Support
Meet with lawmakers to enlighten validity of CTE programs. - May 07, 2015 - Erie 2 Chatauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES
Intel Diamond Sponsor for SABC Education African EduWeek
Intel, for the second year running, is the diamond sponsor for the upcoming SABC Education African EduWeek. The annual conference, now in its ninth year, is back from 1-2 July at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, with more free-to-attend educational training and development for teachers, providing a futuristic look at teaching with even more suppliers with the latest classroom technology and services. - May 07, 2015 - African Education Week
PECB International Signs a Partnership Agreement with OSALP International
“This agreement is a celebration of a strong relationship between OSALP International and PECB International, we believe that our training courses perfectly complement one another and this partnership will enable us to provide people in Pakistan a cost-effective way to invest in their professional careers and future,” said Elizabeth Bradshaw. - May 07, 2015 - PECB
Michigan: Crowdfunding Advances to Grow Economy with Startups
CrowdFund Connect Director of Compliance Services and Head of Business Development, Thomas Coke, to Speak and Educate about Crowdfunding - May 06, 2015 - CrowdFundConnect
Perrino Addresses Students and Faculty at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Dr. Ralph G. Perrino, Associate Professor of Sociology at Northern Virginia Community College and Owner of Northern Virginia Tutoring Service, speaks at Annual Sociology Scholarship and Honor Society Luncheon at UNC Greensboro. - May 06, 2015 - Northern Virginia Tutoring Service, LLC
Galvanize Partners with Silicon Valley Bank to Provide Scholarships for Latinos in STEM
Galvanize, a leader in industry-focused education, today announced it has partnered with Silicon Valley Bank to launch the SVB Scholars Fund, funded with $50,000 in scholarships made available for Latino students interested in beginning careers in the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields. - May 06, 2015 - Galvanize
A-Z Bus Sales Announces New School Bus Territory Sales Manager for Central California
A-Z Bus Sales, California's Blue Bird Bus Distributor, names Terry White as New School Bus Territory Manager for Central California. - May 04, 2015 - A-Z Bus Sales
Cristo Rey High School is One Step Closer to Opening in Tampa
Cristo Rey Tampa is pleased to announce that Richard Gonzmart, president and CEO of Columbia Restaurant Corporation, received the Lightning Heroes grant on April, 25, 2015. Mr. Gonzmart donated $10,000 of this grant to the Cristo Rey Tampa High School. The school will provide an invaluable service... - May 03, 2015 - Avesta Communities
SIIA Honors Industry Veterans with Lifetime Achievement Award and Ed Tech Impact Award
Founder of Tom Snyder Productions, senior vice president for strategy and alliances of Copia Interactive to be honored with prestigious industry awards at premiere education industry event. - May 02, 2015 - SIIA
PECB International Signs a Partnership Agreement with Training Heights
“We are happy that Training Heights will be joining PECB International,” said Elizabeth Bradshaw, Managing Director of PECB International. - May 02, 2015 - PECB
CEE and the University of Dammam in Saudi Arabia Inaugurate the Research Science Initiative 2015 for Young Females
The goal of the Initiative is to challenge young female scholars and propel them to a greater curiosity to pursue studies and careers in STEM fields. - May 01, 2015 - Center for Excellence in Education (CEE)
A Call for Equity in DML Design
Hundreds to Converge in Los Angeles June 11-13 for 6th Annual Digital Media and Learning Conference - May 01, 2015 - DML Research Hub
Denver Seminary Celebrates 10 Years in Littleton, Colorado
As the City of Littleton celebrates its 125th birthday, the Seminary celebrates its anniversary in the Littleton community. - May 01, 2015 - Denver Seminary
PECB International Signs a Partnership Agreement with Secura Star LLC
“We make sure we offer our clients the best training material that is accurate, credible and practical. Our engagement and responsibilities in providing great experience will be efficiently allocated to partnership efforts to ensure that these efforts are well-managed and maintained,” said Elizabeth Bradshaw. - May 01, 2015 - PECB
PECB International Signs a Partnership Agreement with SMS Consulting SARL
“We make sure we offer our clients the best training material that is accurate, credible and practical. Our engagement and responsibilities in providing great experience will be efficiently allocated to partnership efforts to ensure that these efforts are well-managed and maintained,” said Elizabeth Bradshaw. - May 01, 2015 - PECB
PECB International Signs a Partnership Agreement with Consulting Services International - CSI Group
“We are very thrilled to work with our new partner CSI Group,” said Elizabeth Bradshaw, Managing Director of PECB International. - May 01, 2015 - PECB
Start of Paris HUB Executive Education
Start of Paris HUB Executive Education (PHEE) as a key institution to develop skills and unlock potential with innovative professional education. - April 30, 2015 - Paris HUB
American Society of Safety Engineers-New Jersey Chapter Focuses on Transportation and Teen Safety Issues During National Observance
The New Jersey Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers Celebrates North American Occupational Safety and Health Week. - April 29, 2015 - American Society of Safety Professionals-New Jersey Chapter
Young Innovators from All Over the World Will Compete at MEF Schools, Istanbul
The countdown started for the 24th International Science Research Project Competition organized by the cooperation of MEF Schools and MEF University, Istanbul, Turkey. 1434 Students from 25 different nations will participate in the contest with 771 distinct science projects between May 5 and May 8, 2015. The qualifying 163 high-school students will compete for the top spot in the finals at MEF University Campus. - April 29, 2015 - MEF Education Institutions
First Major Renovation in 30 Years Allows Family Gateway to Continue Providing Homeless Families and Children Safe Shelter, Innovative and Comprehensive Services and Hope
Family Gateway is leading the Dallas community to end child homelessness. For the first time in 30 years, the primary facility, Annette G. Strauss Family Gateway Center (Center) dedicated to homeless children and families has received a significant renovation. In the last 3 years, the number of families served by Family Gateway grew 750%. Each night in Dallas, an estimated 5,000 children and their families will not have a safe place to sleep. - April 29, 2015 - Family Gateway
Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Opens for Business in Gwinnett County
Gwinnett County now has a unique option for parents and struggling students: affordable, one-on-one tutoring, by qualified teachers, in your home. - April 29, 2015 - Club Z!
Vigilant PPS to Provide Personal Alarms to College Bookstores for Resale to Students Nationwide
For the first time ever, Vigilant will make the #1 best selling line of personal alarms available to colleges and universities nationwide, just in time for back to school. - April 28, 2015 - Vigilant Personal Protection Systems
Sharon Tower Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sharon Tower of Columbus, Indiana has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of education. About Sharon Tower Ms. Tower has almost 20 years experience in the education field. She is the Dean of... - April 28, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Newport Sea Base Rowing to Send 20 Athletes to South West Regional Youth Championships
Sea Base Rowing inaugural year will close on a high note. - April 28, 2015 - Newport Sea Base Rowing
Artist-in-Residence Holds Open Studio for Visitors in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park’s current Artist-in-Residence, Rick Makanaaloha Kia'imeaokekanaka San Nicolas, is back. This accomplished feather artist invites visitors to join him during his residency, effective immediately, from 10 AM to 3 PM Mondays through Fridays, April 20th... - April 27, 2015 - National Parks Arts Foundation
Macintosh Electric Corp Teams Up with Riverdale New York's Daycare Learning Center
Macintosh Electric Corp teams up with the Bronx - Riverdale New York Daycare Learning Center Project; New York City’s own Macintosh Electric Corp are excited to announce its completion. The Bronx, New York, specifically Riverdale, New York will benefit from the Learning Center's presence in... - April 27, 2015 - Macintosh Electric
PECB International Signs a Partnership Agreement with Investment & Consulting Services SARL
“We make sure we offer our clients the best training material that is accurate, credible and practical. Our engagement and responsibilities in providing great experience will be efficiently allocated to partnership efforts to ensure that these efforts are well-managed and maintained,” said Elizabeth Bradshaw. - April 26, 2015 - PECB
PECB International Signs a Partnership Agreement with INTELIZ
“We welcome INTELIZ for joining PECB International worldwide partners,” said Elizabeth Bradshaw, Managing Director of PECB International. “This will enable us to meet customer demands for education in regard to ISO Standards and will play a key role in providing the skills, training and expertise needed in the future,” added Bradshaw. - April 26, 2015 - PECB
PECB International Signs a Partnership Agreement with Center for Professional Systems and Services Ltd.
“PECB International has built a strong reputation in the international market for its expertise and ability to develop and deliver trainings on many ISO standards,” said Elizabeth Bradshaw, Managing Director of PECB International. - April 26, 2015 - PECB
Esteemed Lifetime Member of America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals, Dr. Gilbert Gordon, Has Been Selected as Bio of the Month, November 2015
Dr. Gilbert Gordon of Oxford, Ohio has been selected as Biography of the Month (November 2015) for his accomplishments and achievements in the field of Analytical Chemistry by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals. - April 25, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Cathedral Arts Project Raises Record-Breaking Funds for Arts Education and Receives National Recognition
Raising more than half-a-million dollars, the 11th Annual Spring for the Arts brought in record-breaking funds to support the arts education programs of the Cathedral Arts Project. Earlier in the day, it was also announced that the Cathedral Arts Project has been chosen for recognition as a 2015 National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award Finalist by the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities. - April 25, 2015 - Cathedral Arts Project Inc.
ETIN of SIIA to Hold Education Industry Summit May 3-5
Nation's premier education technology industry conference to explore what's coming next in the teaching and learning process in a post-PC world. - April 25, 2015 - SIIA
Capita Announce Details of Their Summer/Autumn 2015 Training Directory
See why 99% of their delegates would recommend Capita Learning & Development to colleagues. - April 25, 2015 - Capita Learning & Development