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October 29, 2009
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October 04, 2009
The Schools United are pleased to announce the launch of a new recruitment tool for schools. Registered schools can now post vacancies for free.
Furthermore, any teachers seeking employment can apply for the jobs posted. Job seakers do not need to be registered with TSU.
The Schools United can help take the strain and much of the cost out of recruiting teaching staff. With instant access to a worldwide database of schools and teachers, TSU can offer the perfect match for your vacancies. Post your vacancies and watch responses flow in from around the world. Help solve the recruitment issues facing your school.
To visit the recruitment area please click here
Keywords: School Jobs, School Recruitment, The Schools United
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September 10, 2009
We apolgise for any downtime over the past couple of days. This was due to TSU switching to a new server.
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September 01, 2009
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6wRkzCW5qI&feature=PlayList&p=2E71AF02E8ED7D82&index=4
try this out for fun motivation and think of our futures BRONTE
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August 31, 2009
ESL Kingdom has been updated. Check out the new material at: http://www.eslkingdom.com!
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August 27, 2009
As computer, Internet, and other technologies advance, they are playing a major role in our daily lives. They are now a part of our work lives and we use it at home for financial reasons, acquiring news stories, research and education, and communicating with friends and families. It is playing more of a significant role in our lives.
These high-tech tools are important for children to learn and use. Technology is a doorway to education and job skills. The necessity of learning and understanding emerging technologies has resulted in the need to offer it in public and private schools.
The advantages of using high tech devices and learning in schools include:
1. Because of the internet, students now have an abundance of knowledge at their finger tips. It is no longer textbooks that teach children. The internet offers a host of knowledge resources to help children learn. The Internet also has an abundance of interactive programs that can be downloaded or used online that will help children improve their reading, language, math, science, and other course skills, There are games and exercises appropriate for any age. They can help assess a child's level of learning and understanding as well as identify any learning weaknesses. The high tech tools can also help with memory and hand/eye coordination.
2. There is also an increasingly more of a need for more high school graduates to major in high-technology related fields when they enter college. Many jobs now involve high tech tools. Preparing a child for a productive future will greatly improve the chances of them acquiring a rewarding and lucrative career
3. Students that learn about high-tech tools in a hands-on way will help them overcome any insecurity that they may have about advanced technology. It will show them that high tech is something to be embraced, not feared.
4. New high tech tools in such areas as science provides students with new ways of experimenting and observing in more detailed and graphic ways. For example, this will help improve their overall understanding because the students can remotely control microscopes at laboratories that may be thousands of miles away from the independent school and they can speak to experts in just about any field. The students will be more compelled to learn.
5. It can improve the skills needed for success on standardized tests. It helps with the development of critical and innovative thinking skills. They will learn not to regurgitate information, but to explain it in a more comprehensive way.
6. Studies have shown that technology-based learning environments have helped at-risk students overcome barriers and have contributed to increased success rates.
7. Technology enhances work projects through such processes as computer word processing, and creating charts, tables, and graphs. It will give them an insight into the work world.
These high-tech tools are important for children to learn and use. Technology is a doorway to education and job skills. The necessity of learning and understanding emerging technologies has resulted in the need to offer it in public and private schools.
The advantages of using high tech devices and learning in schools include:
1. Because of the internet, students now have an abundance of knowledge at their finger tips. It is no longer textbooks that teach children. The internet offers a host of knowledge resources to help children learn. The Internet also has an abundance of interactive programs that can be downloaded or used online that will help children improve their reading, language, math, science, and other course skills, There are games and exercises appropriate for any age. They can help assess a child's level of learning and understanding as well as identify any learning weaknesses. The high tech tools can also help with memory and hand/eye coordination.
2. There is also an increasingly more of a need for more high school graduates to major in high-technology related fields when they enter college. Many jobs now involve high tech tools. Preparing a child for a productive future will greatly improve the chances of them acquiring a rewarding and lucrative career
3. Students that learn about high-tech tools in a hands-on way will help them overcome any insecurity that they may have about advanced technology. It will show them that high tech is something to be embraced, not feared.
4. New high tech tools in such areas as science provides students with new ways of experimenting and observing in more detailed and graphic ways. For example, this will help improve their overall understanding because the students can remotely control microscopes at laboratories that may be thousands of miles away from the independent school and they can speak to experts in just about any field. The students will be more compelled to learn.
5. It can improve the skills needed for success on standardized tests. It helps with the development of critical and innovative thinking skills. They will learn not to regurgitate information, but to explain it in a more comprehensive way.
6. Studies have shown that technology-based learning environments have helped at-risk students overcome barriers and have contributed to increased success rates.
7. Technology enhances work projects through such processes as computer word processing, and creating charts, tables, and graphs. It will give them an insight into the work world.
Keywords: academics, Awards, college, education, financial, prep school, preparatory school, private school, Scholarship, school, technology, tuition, university
Posted by Independent School Ca | 1 comment(s)
In today's technologically driven world, children's futures are no longer shaped by only their ability to learn such basics as reading, writing, science, and math. High tech learning must be achieved in order to ensure children have every opportunity to succeed as adults. Now, e-learning is becoming an important part of the classroom for many private schools. However, more schools need to implement e-learning into their educational programs.
E-learning in schools can include a number of different types of technology-enhanced learning (TEL), where technology is utilized to support and enhance the learning process. When a teacher incorporates e-Learning into their classroom, children of all ages have access to the most current and best e-learning material in such study areas as math, science, and reading. Programs are designed and developed by leading e-learning providers and qualified instructional designers, and reviewed by Educational professionals. Schools can incorporate online courses into their curriculum. Quality e-learning programs are designed to engage children at an appropriate level where they can obtain a wealth of knowledge.
E-Learning lessons are commonly designed to assist students with working through information for better understanding and to help students perform specific functions. Information based e-Learning content communicates information to the student. For instance, content such as math, sciences, and history, focus on the factual information. With performance functions, lessons include the students performing a specific skill.
E-Learning can provide a number of benefits for students, teachers, and parents. It can provide a quality education at an affordable price. The students will acquire the best information from experts in the field they are studying. E-learning is also self-paced so students have the chance to ask questions and review information as many times as they want or need. Teachers can work with their students on specific skills and children can access the self-paced programs independently.
E-learning programs allow students in rural areas that may be isolated to receive the same quality of information as more urban areas. Teachers can customize courses to meet the students and their teaching needs. They can also meet online with other teachers to discuss learning development strategies. Parents will also be encouraged to get more involved in their children's education. Corporations can also make use of e-learning by providing charitable donations to the schools such as computers and learning software.
E-Learning is basically Internet-facilitated learning. Mechanisms can include the distribution of content in numerous formats, as well as an online community of learners, subject matter developers, and knowledgeable experts. E-learning provides faster learning at reduced costs, increased access to innovative learning programs, and accountability for all those involved in the learning process.
More school boards are choosing to participate in e-learning programs. When they participate, they will have access to thousands of resources as well as valuable software programs designed to help students learn. With the world moving to a technology based way of working and living, the importance of e-learning has never been more important for both very young children and teens. Education must adapt to a technology changing world.
E-learning in schools can include a number of different types of technology-enhanced learning (TEL), where technology is utilized to support and enhance the learning process. When a teacher incorporates e-Learning into their classroom, children of all ages have access to the most current and best e-learning material in such study areas as math, science, and reading. Programs are designed and developed by leading e-learning providers and qualified instructional designers, and reviewed by Educational professionals. Schools can incorporate online courses into their curriculum. Quality e-learning programs are designed to engage children at an appropriate level where they can obtain a wealth of knowledge.
E-Learning lessons are commonly designed to assist students with working through information for better understanding and to help students perform specific functions. Information based e-Learning content communicates information to the student. For instance, content such as math, sciences, and history, focus on the factual information. With performance functions, lessons include the students performing a specific skill.
E-Learning can provide a number of benefits for students, teachers, and parents. It can provide a quality education at an affordable price. The students will acquire the best information from experts in the field they are studying. E-learning is also self-paced so students have the chance to ask questions and review information as many times as they want or need. Teachers can work with their students on specific skills and children can access the self-paced programs independently.
E-learning programs allow students in rural areas that may be isolated to receive the same quality of information as more urban areas. Teachers can customize courses to meet the students and their teaching needs. They can also meet online with other teachers to discuss learning development strategies. Parents will also be encouraged to get more involved in their children's education. Corporations can also make use of e-learning by providing charitable donations to the schools such as computers and learning software.
E-Learning is basically Internet-facilitated learning. Mechanisms can include the distribution of content in numerous formats, as well as an online community of learners, subject matter developers, and knowledgeable experts. E-learning provides faster learning at reduced costs, increased access to innovative learning programs, and accountability for all those involved in the learning process.
More school boards are choosing to participate in e-learning programs. When they participate, they will have access to thousands of resources as well as valuable software programs designed to help students learn. With the world moving to a technology based way of working and living, the importance of e-learning has never been more important for both very young children and teens. Education must adapt to a technology changing world.
Keywords: academics, college, e-learning, education, high tech, independent school, prep school, private school, technology, tuition, university
Posted by Prep School Ca | 1 comment(s)
August 06, 2009
Here we are, already nearly halfway through August and, as it tends to do, the summer that we so anxiously await each year is flying by. But don’t fret! There’s still plenty of time to turn summer 2009 into an unforgettable experience of a lifetime, so if you’re looking for a fun, unique and rewarding summer adventure to tell your friends about, Spain has just what you’re looking for.
Spaniards adore the long, sunny days and warm evenings of summer and make the most out of each day, enjoying all that their country has to offer and happily encouraging visitors to do the same. Along with year-round attractions like museums, palaces and historical sights spanning the centuries, there are a few aspects of Spain that are best experienced in summer, so don’t let this opportunity pass you by!
First of all, Spain boasts over 5,000 miles (8,045 kilometers) of spectacular, postcard-worthy coastlines, so it’s no wonder that a happy mix of beach-going local and international vacationers come to soak up the sun and cool off in the sea in cities like Barcelona, Alicante and Marbella.
What’s more, the warm evenings are ideal for sipping on cool drinks at sidewalk cafés, taking seaside strolls and enjoying summer cultural festivals like the Grec Festival in Barcelona or the Veranos de la Villa Festival in Madrid, two fantastic summer-long cultural extravaganzas featuring all sorts of open-air concerts, theatre, opera, dance, film, exhibitions and much more.
If you want a fantastic excuse to hop on a plane to Spain for a few weeks, a Spanish course with Enforex will not only give you a chance to discover Spain’s sights and culture but it will also provide you with useful Spanish skills to last you a lifetime! Plus, where else could your list of school supplies include a towel and sunscreen?
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August 02, 2009
Coming soon - The Schools United can help take the strain and much of the cost out of recruiting teaching staff.
With instant access to a worldwide database of schools and teachers, TSU can offer the perfect match for your vacancies.
Post your vacancies and watch responses flow in from around the world. Help solve the recruitment issues facing your school.
From September, visit theschoolsunited.com and find out how to post your first vacancy.
The Schools United - more than just the premier networking facility for the global education community.
Keywords: Employment, News, Staff, Teacher, The Schools United, Vacancies
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July 11, 2009
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