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Top Online High School Myths

Sunday September 5, 2010

Is it true that:

  • colleges won't accept diplomas from online high schools?
  • online high schools are easier than traditional schools?
  • online high school students suffer due to a lack of socialization?

Find out by reading this article on the 10 most common online high school myths.

Unpaid Training for Online Teachers

Saturday September 4, 2010

Sure, online teachers get to conduct class without even getting out of bed. But, did you know that many online teachers go through weeks (or even months) of unpaid training before being offered a job? Without the chance for a personalized interview, online colleges often make teaching candidates prove themselves by logging in daily for instruction training or by teaching a trial course.

Is all the hard work worth it? Check out these articles to see what it's really like to be an online teacher:

Highest Paying Jobs You Can Get with an Online Degree

Wednesday September 1, 2010

Many adults are returning to college in the hopes that a new degree will help them cope in the troubled economy. But, not all degrees guarantee a high paying job. If potential salary is important to you, take a look at this list of the highest paying jobs you can get with an online degree.

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Free Textbooks, Cheap Textbooks

Sunday August 29, 2010

It's that time of the year again: time to pull out those credit cards and watch the bookstore cash register as the dollars add up. Fortunately, you don't have to spend a fortune on college textbooks if you know how to shop. Take a look at this article for time-tested tips on how to find your textbooks for cheap or even free.

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