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Jamie's Distance Learning Blog July 2005 Archive

By Jamie Littlefield, About.com Guide to Distance Learning since 2004

This Week's Education Quote

Saturday July 30, 2005
"Education costs money, but then so does ignorance." -Sir Claus Moser

Money, Money, Money

Saturday July 30, 2005
You can save yourself a lot if you plan ahead. From scholarships and discounts to school selection and tax credits, check out these wallet sparing resources.

Study Skills for Summer

Thursday July 28, 2005
Summer is a great time to brush up on your study skills. Check out these 5 tips and tricks that have worked wonders with my own students.

Regional Accreditation

Monday July 25, 2005
If you want your online degree to be accepted by employers and associates, your best bet is to make sure that your school is accredited by the appropriate regional associations.

This Week's Distance Learning Quote

Monday July 25, 2005
"The best thing for being sad,' replied Merlin, beginning to puff and blow, 'is to learn something. That's the only thing that never fails. You may grow old and trembling ... Read More

Go to College Without a High School Diploma

Thursday July 21, 2005
Didn't finish high school? Never fear. Using these quick tips, you can still enroll in an online college.

This Week's Distance Learning Quote

Sunday July 17, 2005
"The world does not pay for what a person knows. But it pays for what a person does with what he knows." -Laurence Lee

Plug In

Friday July 15, 2005
If you’re trying to engage in an online class discussion or post your midterm essay to your course website, the last thing you want to worry about is whether or ... Read More

When Cats Get Masters Degrees

Thursday July 14, 2005
Have you heard of the cat who was granted a Masters degree in Business Administration? "Colby Nolan," a cuddly feline, was granted the degree from Trinity Southern University based on ... Read More

This Week's Distance Learning Quote

Sunday July 10, 2005
"The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you." -B.B. King

Don't Make These Mistakes

Friday July 8, 2005
Watch out! Many distance learners get fooled into paying more money, wasting time, or not getting the quality they deserve. If you're thinking about taking an online course, or are ... Read More

Distance Learning Scholarships

Thursday July 7, 2005
Summer is the time to line up any last scholarships for the fall. Don't think you can qualify? Think again. There are thousands of scholarships waiting for all sorts of ... Read More

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