Since the beginning of the human race, humans have been learning in some form or another. The first schools were started in Ancient Greece. They took place in storefronts and under trees. Students used papyrus to learn how to read and write. Education has become much more evolved since those days. A major catalyst for the evolution of education is technology. Of all the … [Read more...]

Holding down a job while studying for a qualification can seem like an unenviable task. Not only do you have to balance your lifestyle to accommodate additional workloads, but there is also the chance of mental exhaustion! Still, it is possible, and despite the demands on your time, there are the advantages to consider, such as helping your career plans and giving you a … [Read more...]

Over the last few years, the way that people learn has changed in big ways. Gone are the days when chalkboards reigned supreme, and a lot of people don’t miss the times of old. Nowadays, in most lecture halls, you’ll find a huge array of technology which is used to enhance the learning experience of students using them. Of course, though, what exactly can be used to make … [Read more...]

So if you’re looking for a way into the career of your dreams, or maybe you’ve been thinking about a change for a while but don’t have the skill for it, don’t fear! There’s plenty of ways to learn these necessary skills in the 21st century, and a different style is available for all types of learners. Here are some of the best ways to keep up with your life and a bit of … [Read more...]

Getting an undergraduate or graduate degree is one of the best investments you can make today. Companies are expanding rapidly and there are more job opportunities to pursue. According to experts, the current level of growth is also sustainable, which means there will be more jobs for those deciding to pursue a bachelor’s or a master’s degree today. Unfortunately, the … [Read more...]

In the past, Pennsylvania could proudly say that a substantial proportion of full-time students enrolled in public and private colleges were graduating on time. But, having held this position, the numbers began to stagnate. Although many pointed their finger at the recession as the main reason that Philadelphia area college students were withdrawing from classes, dropping … [Read more...]

There will come a point in life when you say to yourself... “Did I just waste a decade of my life studying for something I don’t enjoy?” You might be frightened to ask yourself that question, and it might be slowly brewing trouble in your mind, but it’s perfectly fine to accept it and cope with your perceived mistake. If you think that your degree choice has let you down, … [Read more...]

So, you’ve decided that you’re going to head back to college and get a degree to help you reach your career goals. That’s awesome! But, now you’re faced with the issue of rising college tuition fees. Whether you’re taking your first bachelor’s degree or returning to the classroom as a postgraduate, the idea of being lumbered with thousands of dollars of student debt … [Read more...]

Studying isn’t cheap. While free education is the dream for many, it’s an ever distant one. Instead, we build up serious amounts of debt in an attempt to make a good life. It seems to many like a backward way of doing things. When we leave college, the majority of us are in a terrible financial position. We move back in with our parents. We start our job hunts already … [Read more...]

When university is over and you are faced with the reality of what to do next it can be a bit daunting.  Knowing what to do next in terms of whether to continue in education, find employment, travel or even whether to move back with your parents presents choices that not everyone is ready to face. Here is a handy guide to facing life after study.   What to do … [Read more...]