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Chinese and Japanese Learning Tool Skritter.com Secures Investor Financing Commitment
Skritter.com, a website aimed at learning Chinese characters (Hanzi) and Japanese Kanji announces commitment of angel investors. The startup expects to use the financing to improve and market the site. - March 16, 2010 - Inkren (Skritter.com)
Bar Exam Doctor, a California Bar Review, Releases Patent Pending Software for Students to Take Real Performance Exams Online
Bar Exam Doctor, a California Bar Review launches brand new service that allows a student to take an entire performance exam online. All you need is a laptop and 3 hours. - March 15, 2010 - bar exam doctor
“Building Thinking Skills® Beginning” Wins iParenting Media Award
The Critical Thinking Co.™ continues its award-winning tradition with another 2010 iParenting Media Award. - March 13, 2010 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Resources Global Professionals Partners with IASeminars to Offer Training Courses on International Accounting Standards (IFRS)
Resources Global Professionals, a leading multinational provider of professional services and the operating subsidiary of Resources Connection, Inc. (NASDAQ: RECN), is partnering with IASeminars, a prominent global International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) training provider, to offer CPAs... - March 12, 2010 - IASeminars Ltd
Free SAT -All 11th Grade students - The School District of Palm Beach County - Wednesday, April 14, 2010
The School District of Palm Beach County is proud to announce that all 11th grade students in the District will be given the SAT (formerly Scholastic Aptitude Test/Scholastic Assessment Test) free of charge on Wednesday, April 14th. Through a partnership with the College Board, Palm Beach County... - March 09, 2010 - The School District of Palm Beach County
Teaching Versus Entertaining Students: Toronto English School Chelsea Urges a Rethink of English Education Based on New Research
Robbie McMullan, principal of Chelsea Language Academy in Toronto, Canada offers new advice to ESL / English teachers everywhere based on a recent survey of online comments from other schools and teachers - March 06, 2010 - Chelsea Language Academy
Dixon Hughes Teams with IASeminars to Offer Training on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Dixon Hughes PLLC is collaborating with IASeminars, a leading provider of training courses on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), to offer CPAs and other financial professionals a comprehensive global range of IFRS training solutions. “The SEC will clarify the roadmap for the... - March 05, 2010 - IASeminars Ltd
Tutors International Seeks Exemplary Tutor for Full-Time Private Tutoring Role in Amman, Jordan
Tutors International is in the early stages of recruitment for an extraordinary full-time tutoring role available in Amman, Jordan. The role involves extensive academic and also emotional support of a bilingual student, requiring a trustworthy, experienced tutor. - March 02, 2010 - Tutors International
California Company Trains LEED Professionals
PTL Exam Prep prepares the next generation of green building professionals. - February 25, 2010 - PTL Exam Prep
“Bangalore Entrepreneurs” - Promoting Entrepreneurship
Most people wish to transition from being an employee to an employer but lack the support or the know how of starting ones own business. Bangalore Entrepreneurs is the place to get just that. - February 22, 2010 - Neovette Technologies Pvt Ltd
Beautiful Models Help ESL Students to Understand English Better, Claims Principal of Toronto English School Chelsea Language Academy
Although the typical supermodel is not a big believer in formal education, they are actually good English teachers for ESL students, proclaims Robbie McMullan, principal of Chelsea Language Academy in Toronto, Canada. - February 20, 2010 - Chelsea Language Academy
Toronto English School Chelsea Language Academy Announces New Online Store for ESL Students and English Teachers at cafepress.ca/Languagini_Shop
Chelsea opens eCommerce shop selling funny products to English Teachers and ESL students. Featured products include high quality bags and T-Shirts with funny sayings relevant to the ESL / EFL market. - February 18, 2010 - Chelsea Language Academy
Broward County Students and Parents Get Valuable Tips at Free Seminar Presented by SAT Preparation Group and College Counselors in Coral Springs, FL
SAT Preparation Group, a South Florida company based in Parkland that specializes in coaching students how to succeed in the classroom, on the SAT test, and in life, teamed with International College Counselors to share valuable information at the free “Ultimate SAT and College Admissions Seminar” with a group of Broward County high school students and parents. They educated attendees on achieving top scores on the SAT and how to choose, apply for and afford the best college for the student. - February 14, 2010 - SAT Preparation Group
Core Curriculum “Mathematical Reasoning™” Book Earns iParenting Media Award
Mathematical Reasoning™ Level D honored with iParenting Media 2010 Excellent Products Award. - February 13, 2010 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Online Tutoring from Growing Stars: One Month Risk-Free Trial Extended
With One-Month of Risk-Free Online Tutoring, customers get eight scheduled tutoring sessions (two per week), everyday homework help, an Initial Assessment Test, access to Growing Stars Classroom Software, and periodic conferences with Growing Stars' Academic Directors. The customer needs to pay only if completely satisfied at the end of the one-month risk-free trial period. - February 11, 2010 - Growing Stars Inc.
SAT Tuition Provider, Tutors International London, Offers New US College Application Support Service to Help UK Students Apply for American Universities
Tutors International London, a specialist provider of SAT tuition for students in London applying to American universities, has launched a new college advice service, designed to support students and families through the US College application process. - February 10, 2010 - Tutors International
The Critical Thinking Company™ Announces New “Balance Benders™” Series for Algebraic Thinking
Does your child excel in math, but struggle with algebraic thinking or need help with standardized tests? - February 09, 2010 - The Critical Thinking Co.
BKD LLP and IASeminars Team Up on IFRS
Top 10 firm joins forces with leading training organization to teach accounting courses. - February 05, 2010 - IASeminars Ltd
Think Factor Critical Writing Workshop
Is your child prepared? - February 03, 2010 - Think Factor
IASeminars Announces IFRS Learning Passport
Global IFRS training leader IASeminars announces new unlimited learning passport, valid globally on over 100 technical accounting topics. - February 02, 2010 - IASeminars Ltd
Tutors International to Launch Sister Company TI Journeys, Offering Unique Gap Year Programmes and Residential Courses for Students Applying to University
Tutors International has announced plans to launch a sister company called TI Journeys, offering unique gap year courses and residential courses for students applying to universities that require evidence of exemplary extracurricular activities. - February 02, 2010 - Tutors International
Inkren’s Skritter.com Launches Japanese Version of Its Character Learning System
Inkren, makers of Skritter.com’s Chinese character learning system launch their automated Japanese character learning service. Japanese characters (Kanji) are a logical extension for Skritter.com as the character sets for both languages came from the same original set of ancient Chinese characters. Says co-founder Nick Winter “Japanese learning technology is way ahead of Chinese, but those 2000 daily-use Kanji are still titans looming on the path to fluency. We want to topple them.” - January 30, 2010 - Inkren (Skritter.com)
Miss ESL Canada: Toronto English School Chelsea Sponsors Beauty and Brains Contest Featuring ESL Students, Teachers and Staff
After a year of challenges for the ESL industry worldwide, finally a bit of fun for hardworking staff, students and observers with the inaugural Miss ESL Canada contest, sponsored by Chelsea Language Academy. Pretty girls with accents: can it get any better than this? - January 29, 2010 - Chelsea Language Academy
Specialist SAT Private Tuition Provider, Tutors International London, Expands Range of SAT Tuition Services to Families with New Consultation Service
Tutors International London, a specialist provider of private SAT tuition for students in London who wish to apply to American universities, has expanded its range of SAT tuition services in response to requests for more information and support during the US university application process. The SAT... - January 27, 2010 - Tutors International
Loqu8 at Microsoft SocialFest - Developing Enterprise 2.0 Application for Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Platform
Loqu8 has been invited to the first SharePoint 2010 SocialFest at Microsoft’s Silicon Valley Campus during the week of January 25, 2010. The company will be extending their "augmented learning" knowledge management engine to deliver corporate information via pop-up window. - January 27, 2010 - Loqu8, Inc.
Tutors International Cancels Private Tutoring Contract with Student Due to Suspicions of Cheating
Tutors International has canceled a substantial private tutoring contract with a university student in their final year when suspicions of cheating on their dissertation were raised by the tutor - January 25, 2010 - Tutors International
Brad Strum Joins Loqu8 as Vice President of Sales
Loqu8 announced the appointment of Brad Strum as VP of Sales for Loqu8. Mr. Strum will be leading Loqu8’s sales efforts and driving new sales, strategic partnership and business development efforts for the company. - January 24, 2010 - Loqu8, Inc.
SAT Prep Courses in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio by A+ Advanced Learning Center a Boon for Younger Students
SAT classes in Mason, OH have been filled by what some would call unlikely candidates in a group of middle school students. These students' PSAT and SAT preparation program, started in January by Michael DiSalvo, MA eq and Madhu Sanakari, MBA, has become a new way of thinking about academic achievement in today's competitive world. - January 20, 2010 - A+ Advanced Learning and Test Prep Centers
International College Counselors 2010 Scholarship Deadline Approaching
The 2010 International College Counselors Scholarship deadline is February 27, 2010. All students in 9th through 11th grade are encouraged to participate. Apply now. - January 20, 2010 - International College Counselors
East and West Collaborate to Open Elite SAT Preparation Center in Cincinnati, Ohio
A+ Advanced Learning and Test Prep Center has opened its new location in Mason, OH, forming a team of Michael DiSalvo, MA eq (specializing in Reading Comprehension, Grammar and Writing) and Madhu Sanakari, MBA (specializing in Mathematics). The two have formed an impressive duo that has been able to raise students' scores into the 99th percentile on the SAT and ACT. - January 16, 2010 - A+ Advanced Learning and Test Prep Centers
CPLP Knowledge Exam Prep Online Facilitated Course from the Owl's Ledge CPLP Mastery Series Starts January 2010
Trish Uhl, a Certified Professional in Learning & Performance (CPLP), a Training Magazine Top Young Trainer award recipient, and the founder & CEO of Owl's Ledge LLC collaborates with other CPLPs to launch the CPLP Mastery Series. The CPLP Mastery Series focuses on helping working learning & performance professionals to be successful in the CPLP credentialing process. - January 12, 2010 - Owl's Ledge LLC
SAT Preparation Group, Parkland, FL, Presents “The Ultimate SAT and College Admissions Seminar,” Free to Broward County Students and Parents in Coral Springs, FL
SAT Preparation Group, a South Florida company based in Parkland that specializes in coaching students how to succeed in the classroom, on the SAT test, and in life, is partnering with International College Counselors to present “The Ultimate SAT and College Admissions Seminar”, free to... - January 10, 2010 - SAT Preparation Group
Growing Stars Launches One-Month, Risk-Free, Online Tutoring Trial Offer
With One-Month of Risk-Free Online Tutoring, customers get eight scheduled tutoring sessions (two per week), everyday homework help, an Initial Assessment Test, access to Growing Stars Classroom Software, and periodic conferences with Growing Stars’ Academic Directors. The customer needs to pay only if completely satisfied at the end of the one-month risk-free trial period. This offer comes with absolutely no long-term contracts. - January 08, 2010 - Growing Stars Inc.
Tutors International, Providers of Private Tutors for Home Schooling, Supports Government Registration and Offers Help to Homeschooling Families
Tutors International has spoken out in support of government plans to register home schooling families in the UK, and outlines plans to help families with the registration process. - January 07, 2010 - Tutors International
BrainQuotient Partners with KYKO
BrainQuotient, KYKO Join Hands to take Education to a New Level. - January 06, 2010 - brainquotient.com
Tutors International Urges Parents Considering Hiring a Full-Time Private Tutor to Begin in September 2010 to Apply Now
Adam Caller, founder of Tutors International, explains the reasons why parents considering hiring a full-time private tutor need to begin the process so far in advance - January 05, 2010 - Tutors International
Are Old-World Values Holding Back Korean and Japanese ESL Students? Toronto English School Chelsea Calls for Change at Start of New Decade.
English school principal calls for revolutionary change in New Year away from outmoded values he says are limiting East Asian ESL students’ progress. - January 04, 2010 - Chelsea Language Academy
The Math Doctor Tutoring Service Receives 2009 Best of Glendale Award
The Math Doctor Tutoring Service has been selected for the 2009 Best of Glendale Award in the Tutoring School category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA). The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the... - December 26, 2009 - The Math Doctor Tutoring Service
A Year on from the Credit Crunch, Tutors International Reports a 60% Growth in Full-Time Private Tuition Provided to UK Families
A recent analysis of enquiries and sales figures during the last five years has revealed a 60% growth for Tutors International in private tuition contracts, as a proportion of last year's UK based figures - December 23, 2009 - Tutors International
SAT Preparation Group, Parkland, FL, Implements New Tool, EyeQ, to Enhance Students' Exam and Scholastic Performances
SAT Preparation Group, a South Florida company based in Parkland, is implementing a new tool, EyeQ, that has been shown to improve the brain’s information processing speed and enhance student scholastic and examination performances. - December 21, 2009 - SAT Preparation Group
SMART Recognized as Sixth Most Admired Nonprofit in Oregon
Achieves Top Ten Ranking Out of 150 Nonprofits - December 20, 2009 - SMART (Start Making A Reader Today)
Donovan & Watkins Partners with IASeminars to Offer Training Courses on IFRS
Donovan & Watkins, a subsidiary of Willis Group Companies, is pleased to announce their collaboration with IASeminars, a leading global provider of training courses on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), in order to offer CPA consultants and other financial professionals a... - December 17, 2009 - IASeminars Ltd
KGW Making Readers Campaign Raises Over $40,000 for Literacy Group
Wells Fargo, Portland Trail Blazers, SMART and KGW NewsChannel 8 Give More Than 16,000 Books to Local Kids. - December 16, 2009 - SMART (Start Making A Reader Today)
Tutors International Reports Significant Increase in Enquiries from American Families Regarding Full-Time Private Tutors
Tutors International has reported a reversal of American sales enquiry trends with regards to demand for full-time private tutors following the end of the recession in America. - December 16, 2009 - Tutors International
SMARTHINKING Forms K-12 Partnership with Florida School District
SMARTHINKING, Inc. (www.smarthinking.com), the market leader in products and services to bolster student performance, persistence and retention, has announced its first public K-12 partnership in Florida with the Osceola School District. Students in Osceola’s nine high schools will have... - December 16, 2009 - SMARTHINKING
NihongoUp - Serious Games Showcase & Challenge Winner
divita (http://divita.eu/) is proud to announce that the final results of the Serious Games Showcase & Challenge (SGS&C) were announced and NihongoUp (http://nihongoup.com/) was chosen as the Best Game in the Student category. The game was selected among many other entries including the... - December 14, 2009 - NihongoUp
The Critical Thinking Co.™ Donates Five-Percent of 2009 Gross Sales in Product to Charities and Children in Need
As aid to U.S. charities shrinks for a second consecutive year, 50-year-old family-owned educational publisher substantially increases charitable giving - December 12, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Recent Independent Schools Show a Great Success for Specialist Private Tutor Agency Tutors International
Tutors International made their first exhibition appearance at the Independent Schools Show held in Battersea at the end of October, founder Adam Caller explains why attending the exhibition was so beneficial. - December 12, 2009 - Tutors International
Four Community Leaders Join SMART Board of Directors: Eric Parsons, Janae Sorenson, Joey Harrington, Linda Moore
SMART welcomes the following individuals to its board of directors: Eric Parsons, Janae Sorenson, Joey Harrington, and Linda Moore. Each member brings to SMART a wealth of experience and a commitment to the cause of children’s literacy. Eric Parsons is chair of the board of directors of... - December 10, 2009 - SMART (Start Making A Reader Today)
SMARTHINKING Appoints Chief Technology Officer
SMARTHINKING, Inc. (www.smarthinking.com), the market leader in products and services to bolster student performance, persistence and retention, has announced that Sudeep Dharan has been appointed as the firm’s new chief technology officer. Dharan is charged with managing the company’s... - December 09, 2009 - SMARTHINKING