My Education blog

If you are a school administrator or a member of your local school district, you likely know just how much of a struggle it is to get the most out of your budget each year while providing the most benefit to your students.  Unfortunately, this often means that school systems have to make choices that [...]

Since its major collapse the American financial system has been weak with only a few signs of improvement. Many people have lost jobs, and finding new employment has been difficult. In some job fields there is little room for new workers. By many projections these dismal circumstances could continue for many more months or even [...]

The best money is free money, especially when it comes to paying for a college education. And the biggest sources of free money these days are scholarships  and are a much better deal than loans, of course, because you don’t have to pay the money back when you get free scholarships for mothers. Grant and [...]

To many people junior college isn’t “real” school. For busy moms community college can be a wonderful idea. Personal benefits and academic challenges are part of the package for smart students who want to earn a degree. Add in a financial advantage or two and your education is within reach. Despite the jokes and put-downs, [...]

It still remains true that learning and gaining knowledge are important to high achievement. Some people have suffered from lack of opportunity, and that category too often includes young mothers. Mothers who are in need of education can make a difference in their lives and the lives of their children by seeking education. The Grants [...]

Could it be that what’s stopping you from maximizing your MTTC Study Guide review sessions… …Are traditional MTTC test preparation rules themselves? Let’s face it: there certainly isn’t a lack of MTTC test prep rules out there for you to follow.  It seems like wherever you turn, there’s another test “guru” who’s shoving the same [...]

As a FTCE Study coach and FTCE practice test author, I often make it a point to follow up with my students outside of the classroom.  If they ever encounter a problem, usually a little advice and encouragement gives them the motivation they need to keep going with their FTCE practice. But not always. Take [...]

In the midst of my NCLEX-RN Exam Review , I often prayed that I would suddenly become a psychic. With my new psychic powers, I’d have unprecedented access to all of the NCLEX-RN review questions out there.  I’d know what competencies would be on the exam, and when.  And I’d be able to predict, with [...]

Ever wonder why GACE Study Guide success loves speed? Think about it: you can spend months cramming for your GACE test by using the very best GACE study materials.  You shun your social life, your responsibilities and even turn off your cell phone for hours at a time. And yet, when it comes down to [...]

Do you ever wonder why some people succeed at their Praxis II Test … …While others are left struggling to even reach the minimum pass mark? It has less to do with natural talent than you might think.  After all, every potential teacher has learned the same educational competencies and theories – so why do [...]