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teaching experiences at Walden University? school of ed?

jjfjr — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:35:49 GMT

Hi;

I'm applying for an online faculty position at Walden University; specifically their Education school in the instructional technology area. Has anyone ever taught there? Been a student there? What is it like? Pros and cons. Any help is greatly appreciated.

Thanks;

jjfjr

Pursuing MBA online, Will I get a high-paying job?

judylynch — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:14:23 GMT

Currently I am working in a private banking sector and also pursuing an online MBA course form an accredited university. Will it get equal weightage like an on-campus program? And after my couse, will I get a high-paying job and if yes, what are those?

I have an ailing mother to look after. That's the reason why didn't join a on-campus couse. I have research a lot and found out accredited institutes are good enough. What's your opinion?

Anybody teach at Post University?

jjfjr — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:20:46 GMT

Hi;

I'm thinking about applying for an online faculty position at Post University. Has anyone ever taught there? Been a student there? What is it like? Pros and cons. Any help is greatly appreciated.

Thanks;

jjfjr

Multiple Masters Degrees

decostop — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 04:00:05 GMT

Hi any & all,

I am about to embark on additional education, most likely another Masters of some sort (I have an MBA already), and have 2 on-line/distance programs identified already. I'm just in the final stages of getting my employer to agree to pay for the education (they are very progressive that way, and paid for my MBA).

My question is, how many of you have earned two Masters degrees, and did it have any effect on your career progression? I'll do the MS or M.Sc. (depends on the program) anyway, simply to keep challenging myself, but I'm wondering how many people are like me (do it because its fun), and how many are doing it to claw their way up the corporate ladder?

Thanks,

Resume Writing Service?

ccmtpl — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 00:46:26 GMT

Hi Everyone,

I have a somewhat scattered work history and am thinking of hiring a resume writing company and am wondering if anyone has used http://resumes-for-teachers.com

They do resumes for people in all fields, not just teachers and have great reviews on the site but I would like to know if anybody has dealt with this company personally to get any useful feedback. Thanks so much in advance!!

Christina

B.S. in Healthcare Management

Islandgurrl — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:18:43 GMT

Does anyone has a degree in B.S. in Healthcare Mangement? If so, what is your job title and what is your day like? This degree has a such a broad span of career choices and I'm curious as to what other's are doing.

Islandgurrl

Give your best.

monaliza — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 07:34:38 GMT

Many of the youth today cannot decide what career to take just like me. Career after college is one of the hardest topic to discuss. Some students do not plan their career, they just let it come their way. I believe that if I do a great job today, there will also be a great thing waiting for me in the future. So, I'm just living one day at a time, put my little plans on my head and give my best shot every moment.

Monaliza Ceria

Student

Manila, Philippines

Job Search: Look during graduation? Or wait...

JaynaB — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 03:26:36 GMT

As you guys may or may not have read, I'm graduating with a Masters degree in Counseling Studies from Capella University in Dec. 2009...I'm about to become a single mother (in the process of a divorce, ugh)....however, I am thinking about moving from Memphis to Nashville by March or April 2010 (I've lived in Nashville for 2.5 yrs and I loved it!). Reason I want to leave is, I want a fresh start and I want to leave my local area because it is very professionally unhealthy here (lack of jobs, lot of crime, below average education). In my field, there is not many jobs here AT ALL. My question is, do you think I should look around right around November/Dec. or wait? I'm stacking up cash and getting ready to move on and I want to have my ducks in a row. What do you guys think?

Jobs or Areas I'm looking into:

Program Manager/Director, Job Readiness/Career Development, Therapist position, Adjunct Instruction, Higher Education....

Since the job market is a little unhealthy for everyone, Nashville has a greater database of job positions than Memphis. I'm excited, but I'm nervous.

A COLLEGE DEGREE OR JOB SKILLS

irelandforever — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 16:17:51 GMT

Right now I am working on getting my GED .I am not sure what I will do after that or where I will go .I have been having something of a debate with the US economy in the tank .I have family members telling me from opposite ends of the country that college degree holders are putting in applications in at fast food chains for cash jobs.Cause they can't find work anywhere else .My question is with the economy not seeming to get any better what would be better somebody with skills or with a degree.To my family's thinking ,' so what that's just a piece of paper that doesn't give you any relist skills " Who's right ?

Starter jobs for people 40+

dankje — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:14:42 GMT

Going (back) to school, in order to get a degree, makes sense in more ways than one. In theory, one could say that it will not only help in personal development, but it also increases chances of landing an interesting, well paid job.How true is this?

I've spent the last 4 years teaching at an elementary school. During this time I completed a teacher aide program and I'm still working on an Associate in education.

Next, I want to study for a bachelor's in marketing and hopefuly start a new career in about 3 years time. Around that time I will be 42 years old. Is this a plausible age to start a new career? I have been in sales for about 7 years when I was 18: timeshares, advertising...ECT. But I don't have any experience on BA level marketing.

Are there people who have experience with this? Are there maybe website that specialized in these matters?

I'm a bit concerned if a 42 year old can easily get a starter position or not :-)

Dankje

Do you have a backup plan?

SamKrening — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 17:13:30 GMT

What backup plans do your have if you can't find a job? How long do you think is reasonable to search for a degree-related position before jumping on the first job you can get?

From Online Student to Online Teacher?

JessicaElizabeth — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 16:46:53 GMT

Just out of curiosity, I was wondering if any of you have direct experience with teaching online. What are your thoughts about it? What do you like about it ? What do you dislike about it ? Does it pay enough to live comfortably on, or do you have to suppliment your income?

Ofcourse, I am relatively new as a student, and have quite a while before I could apply to be an instructor; Actually, I never even thought about doing that until now, and it's just a thought and not necessarily a plan. I am interested in feedback though from those who have had experience with teaching online, or who do teach online. Thanks

Not another resume question

harris30 — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 22:49:37 GMT

I am currently using a chronological resume format and I am looking to apply for a job in which I have no experience in. However i feel that my MBA (graduate in Jan 2010) might of actually given me enough to maybe pull it off. I was wondering how one might taylor a resume for a position (financial industry) that they have no experince and all thier adult life they have been nothing but electronics technicians(me). I know people change carrers and given a chance in an interview I can wow them but I need advice the best method for setting up a resume for such.

resume help

elizabethcvmartinez — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 14:00:12 GMT

Where can I buy high quality resume ? Thanks a lot!

Master's Degree in specific criminal justice avenue

Mwturtle1 — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 04:58:58 GMT

Hello. I am going for my master's degree and I am trying to figure what will be better to go after in the criminal justice program. The two avenues I am drawn between are a managerial focus or an internet/computer security focus. Each has its own merits and I realize that I must decide what is truly better for me based on what I want to do. However, I would like to know if anyone out there has any advice based on their experiences about what approach worked for them in their career.

Thank you for your time and responses!

Sincerely,

Anthony B.

I want to make money online- from home

mahmud5715 — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 16:07:37 GMT

I am tired of searching the internet for finding a good job which can be done from home through internet. There ar numbers of these types of sites in the internet bul believe in me 99.9999% are scams.

Please help me finding a good job of this type.

Hope to hear from you soon.

Employers and online degrees

LadyKT — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 20:38:36 GMT

Hi all -

I posted a question somewhat similar to what i'm asking, but this time i'm going to be less specific - anyway i'm in the legal field and looking to get my degree in Paralegal. No matter what career you are in, did your employer accept your online degree? I don't want to jump into the convenience of an online degree and then learn that *poof* because i didn't graduate from a brick-and-mortar (even tho they have a brick-and-mortar campus in IA), it's worthless.

Has anyone ever had an experience like this?

Thanks in advance!

Katie

other than online learning...

lern09 — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 13:55:03 GMT

Hi guys,

I have been learning language through online programs and using other tools like subscribe to podcasts and language learning softwares. While I think they do help me a lot, I am thinking of trying to take some "real" class by myslef phsycally going into the classroom.

I am currently learning Chinese. Hoping that by learning Chinese, I might have more chance to have a more promising future..

Do you have any suggestions, a Chinese language school or any types of good programs provided by univeristies..

thank you

Help: Career Advice

filmguy — Fri, 15 May 2009 16:38:42 GMT

Hey Everyone,

I am in desperate need of some advice since I feel as though I am at a crossroads... Currently, I am doing my MA in English Literature online and about halfway done... I want very much to teach at a college (preferably in Florida) in the US as soon as possible because there are problems where I currently work... I am wondering if some colleges (Junior Colleges) would hire me even though I have not completed my MA (I hope and pray to be done by September 2009) ??

I am also thinking of starting an online PhD in September to improve my chances of finding employment...My passion is for film though I am not sure that there are that many teaching positions in that field so I not want to limit my opportunities so I am thinking that I should continue in English Literature...

As mentioned, I am pretty desperate to relocate and want very much to secure some sort of full-time position as soon as possible so I would be extremely grateful for any and all advice you can give...

Thanks in advance...

Any Medical Assitants out there?

kburns — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 18:35:21 GMT

I've recently looked into medical assiting, so Im curious to know how any of you enjoy the job? Do you like it? Is it worth doing?

Thanks!

English degrees/majors?

CoffeeBlack12 — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 22:36:45 GMT

Hi everyone! I am a married mother of one and another on the way. I have a full time job, but I have been considering going back to college for some time now. When I graduated high school, I went straight to college that summer. I only went for two semesters, and then I dropped out. One of the main reasons that I dropped out was due to my indecisiveness in regard to choosing a major. I thoroughly enjoy English. I believe that is what I would like to study when I return to college. Being that I am a mother of two, I feel my best option would be an online degree/school. However, I worry about what I can do with an English degree.

Has anyone out there earned a degree in English? If so, any ideas as to what sort of job I can get with this degree?

Also, anyone have any suggestions as to what college would be a good choice?

Thanks in advance for the help!

Jenna

Interview with University of Phoenix/Axia

PhrozenPhury — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 02:36:00 GMT

I have a telephone interview with the University of Phoenix/Axia for an on-line teaching position with the college of education, and was just wonering what kind of questions outside the norm, would I be asked? Also, what kind of questions should I ask the interviewer?

Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

Main Page Content: Graduates who figure out the best courses land highest-paid jobs

SamKrening — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 16:44:45 GMT

Students hoping to land the highest paid jobs after graduation should study subjects based on numbers rather than words, suggests an analysis of graduate salaries published this week.

Graduates of numerate disciplines, such as statistics or economics, are commanding mean salaries of £22,828, the latest Graduate Market Trends report reveals. Overall, mean graduate salaries remain static at Pounds 18,362.

The report shows that management consultancy offers the highest mean salary at £22,418.

The highest salary is £45,000. No details are given about the company offering it, but the report says the highest salaries are for recruitment consultants with a "proven track record" and commercial analysts in the energy sector with two years' commercial experience. The lowest salaries are Pounds 10,000 - for a project coordinator/manager in a laboratory and sales positions in a recruitment company.

Telephone job interview

Glenntd — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 22:54:57 GMT

I completed all of my degree requirements with Ashford University this past November. After 6 1/2 years in the military I feel like it is time for me to settle down somewhere. This thursday I was contacted by the human resources director after they reviewed my resume online. Thanks to completing my degree in Organizational Management with Ashford I fit the qualifications that this company was looking for. The company went on to schedule a telephone interview with me for Monday since they are in VA. I will be interviewing with the VP of the department that I would be working for. Thank you elearners.com and all of the people who have written blogs or answered my questions in the forums. I actually found Ashford University on this site!