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First Tutors: Tutoring Business Booms During Recession
Many graduates, business owners and people who were recently laid off work are turning to tutoring to sustain themselves and their families during these tough times. - August 16, 2009 - First Tutors
UniversalExams.com Launches a New, Comprehensive ISEB Certification Self-Study Training Bundle
UniversalExams.com announces the launch of the ISEB Master Bundle, a comprehensive set of self-study training packages covering all 4 ISEB software testing certification exams: ISEB Foundation, ISEB Intermediate, ISEB Practitioner in Test Analysis, and ISEB Practitioner in Test Management. - August 16, 2009 - UniversalExams.com
The Critical Thinking Co.™ Announces the Release of ThinkAnalogy™ Puzzles A1 Software
Enhanced and updated software provides children in Grades 3-5 with challenging, fun activities that develop razor-sharp analogy, word analysis, and vocabulary skills. - August 14, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
The Critical Thinking Co.™ Announces the Release of Mind Benders Beginning 1 and Beginning 2 Software
Bestselling logic books for toddlers now available as interactive learning adventure for PC & Mac. - August 14, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Tutors International Confirms Reports of Increased Inquiries from Struggling Undergraduates Looking for Private Tutoring to Supplement Course Provision
Adam Caller, founder of Tutors International has confirmed media reports that private tutors are being sought by struggling undergraduates, and highlights the potential for abuse of the system. - August 12, 2009 - Tutors International
Varsity Tutors Selects New Director for St. Louis Operations
Varsity Tutors has appointed Martha Hicks as the new director of St. Louis operations. - August 10, 2009 - Varsity Tutors
SAT Preparation Group, Parkland, FL, Supports USA Today Article on Value of 30-Point Increase in SAT Score
SAT Preparation Group, a South Florida company that specializes in coaching students how to succeed in the classroom, on the SAT test, and in life, supports a recent article in USA Today titled “Mere 30-point bump on SAT can pay off big.” SAT Preparation Group coaches work closely with... - August 09, 2009 - SAT Preparation Group
SAT Preparation Group, Parkland, FL, Rebrands and Remakes Its Website
SAT Preparation Group, a Florida company based in Parkland, has rebranded and revised its Website, www.PrepSATTest.com. SATPG, whose new tagline is “Beyond tutoring: preparing students for life,” focuses on teaching South Florida students how to succeed both in the classroom and in life. Over the last 10 years, their life skills coaching and peak performance techniques have helped students in Broward and Palm Beach counties achieve SAT score increases that are unprecedented in the industry. - August 09, 2009 - SAT Preparation Group
Publisher Debuts New Series 63 iPhone Application
Solomon Exam Prep is Changing the Way Financial Planners Study for Required Exams. - August 09, 2009 - First Books
SAT Preparation Group, Parkland, FL, Retains Internet Marketing and Management Group, Coral Springs, FL, for Rebranding and Expansion
SAT Preparation Group, a South Florida company based in Parkland, has retained Coral Springs company Internet Marketing and Management Group to rebrand and expand. SATPG coaches offer classes and tutoring that prepare students to succeed not only on the SAT test, but also in life. Over the last 10 years, their life skills coaching and peak performance techniques have helped students in Broward and Palm Beach counties achieve SAT score increases that are unprecedented in the industry. - August 01, 2009 - SAT Preparation Group
Online MBA Prep Website www.testfunda.com Celebrates One Lakh Users in Just One Year with a Week Long Celebration
Testfunda.com, the leader in Online MBA prep, now celebrates One Lakh registered users on its site within the short span of a year. To commemorate this milestone, www.TestFunda.com is hosting the “TestFunda ONE LAKH Users – A Week of Serious Fun.” - August 01, 2009 - Enabilon Learning PVT Ltd
Tutor Agency Prepares for Secondment of Full-Time Private Tutors to Schools to Help Failing Students
Adam Caller, founder of Tutors International, discusses how the government announcement to provide one on one tuition to struggling students has prompted the development of a new kind of contract for full-time private tutors. - July 31, 2009 - Tutors International
102 Educational Institutions Sign Up with SMARTHINKING
SMARTHINKING, Inc. (www.smarthinking.com), the market leader in providing online tutoring and academic support to students, has announced a continued increase in contracts from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009. During the last year, 102 educational institutions representing 30 states and three... - July 30, 2009 - SMARTHINKING
English First Seeks Modern Day Marco Polos
English First (EF), the world’s largest language training organization, has launched a search for two teachers to travel the world and share their experiences with EF students as part of a new initiative dubbed The Marco Polo Project. Successful candidates will be based in Shanghai and... - July 30, 2009 - English First
Leading National Tutoring Service, WyzAnt, Launches New Mobile Website
Tutoring service, WyzAnt, has recently launched a new mobile website that allows the company's network of instructors, from calculus to physics tutors, to check e-mail, search for jobs and contact students, all from their mobile devices. - July 28, 2009 - WyzAnt
Tutors International Reports Busiest Month Ever as Prestigious Dubai Schools Suffer Staffing Crisis as a Result of Property Industry Collapse
June has been the busiest month since Tutors International was founded. Founder Adam Caller explains how increased demand for full-time private tutors in Dubai is a result of the Dubai property industry collapse. - July 24, 2009 - Tutors International
Win a Tropical Island 7-Night Stay in Belize, an Apple iPod Touch, or $100 in Product from The Critical Thinking Company™ by Using Twitter
The Critical Thinking Co™ invites you to Tweet your way to an exotic, tropical setting - July 23, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
SAT Preparation Group, Parkland, FL, Gears Up for October 3rd 2009 SATs
SAT Preparation Group, a South Florida company based in Parkland, is gearing up for the SATs, on October 3rd 2009. Students can begin preparing now for maximum success. SATPG coaches offer classes and tutoring that prepare students to succeed not only on the SAT test, but also in life. Over the last 10 years, their life skills coaching and peak performance techniques have helped students achieve SAT score increases that are unprecedented in the industry. For more info, visit www.PrepSATtest.com - July 23, 2009 - SAT Preparation Group
SAT Preparation Group to Offer Group SAT Preparation Lessons in Broward and Palm Beach Counties, FL
SAT Preparation Group, a south Florida company based in Parkland, will offer group SAT preparation lessons in Broward and Palm Beach counties. SATPG coaches offer classes and tutoring that prepare students to succeed not only on the SAT test, but also in life. Over the last 10 years, their life skills coaching and peak performance techniques have helped Florida students achieve SAT score increases that are unprecedented in the industry. For class dates and info, visit www.PrepSATTest.com. - July 23, 2009 - SAT Preparation Group
Math Analogies Beginning Wins Best Vacation Children’s Product from Dr. Toy
Math Analogies Beginning Among Best Vacation Children’s Products for 2009. - July 22, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Vast Talent CEO to Speak at APRIA 2009 Conference in Beijing
CEO of Vast Talent, a provider of compliance training and systems, is to speak at 13th Annual APRIA Conference in Beijing, China. The topic is China's Basic Standard for Enterprise Internal Control. - July 18, 2009 - Vast Talent Development Ltd
Claro Software Announces the Release of ClaroRead for Mac v4
Claro Software (www.ClaroRead.com), makers of the ClaroRead and Lightning lines of assistive software, announced the release of ClaroRead for Mac v4. This improved program now offers more support tools than previous versions to aid Mac users who struggle with reading and writing. Closely... - July 15, 2009 - Claro Software
Private Tutoring Service, WyzAnt, Now Offers Text Message Alerts
WyzAnt, a home tutor service, recently announced it now offers text message alerts to all its tutors. The messages give tutors the opportunity to respond more quickly to urgent study requests from students. The text message alerts will make it easier for tutors to know exactly what concepts are... - July 14, 2009 - WyzAnt
NetTutor Roots for Student Athletes at N4A in Miami Beach
Academic Advisors at N4A Declare the NetTutor® Online Tutoring Service Beneficial to Student Athletes On-the-Road. - July 08, 2009 - Link-Systems International, Inc.
Enquiries Regarding Full-Time Private Tuition Tailored to Children Gifted in Sport Rise Following Laura Robson's Wimbledon Defeat
Tutors International reports a rise in enquiries for full-time private tuition tailored to children gifted in sport following Robson's Wimbledon defeat as parents try to balance educational needs with intensive sport coaching. - July 08, 2009 - Tutors International
UniversalExams.com Launches New Training Kit for the ISEB Practitioner Certificate in Test Management Exam
UniversalExams.com is proud to announce the launch of a comprehensive self-study training package for the ISEB Practitioner Certificate in Test Management Exam. The course is comprehensive, cost-effective, and fully guaranteed. - July 02, 2009 - UniversalExams.com
New CAT Prep Related Interactive Learning Games Released by MBA Test Preparation Site www.TestFunda.com
TestFunda.com has released two new games - Number Tetris and Word Tetris - to its collection of interactive learning games to help students prepare for MBA entrance exams like CAT, XAT, SNAP, CET, etc. - July 02, 2009 - Enabilon Learning PVT Ltd
Demand for Tutors International's Private SAT Tuition in London Remains High Despite Confusion Caused by Reporting of American SAT Tuition Studies
Tutors International, providers of private SAT tuition in London, report no drop in demand for SAT tutors following the recent SAT tuition studies in America. - July 01, 2009 - Tutors International
Private Tutoring Service, WyzAnt, Launches Rewards Program for Tutors
Private tutoring service, WyzAnt, recently launched a new incentive program available to its more than 15,000 certified tutors. The program, called WyzAnt Rewards, gives tutors the opportunity to receive a variety of rewards by earning points. Tutors are rewarded with points every time they leave... - June 30, 2009 - WyzAnt
Tutors International is in Talks with Private Tutor Agencies to Form New Association of Private Tutors
Adam Caller, founder of Tutors International, is spearheading discussions regarding the formation of a new Association of Private Tutors with two fellow private tuition agencies. - June 29, 2009 - Tutors International
bab.la Vocabulary Lessons Receives Award as an Exceptional Online-Education Medium
The bab.la language portal (http://bab.la/) has received the celebrated Comenius EduMedia-Award for exceptional online-education media. Presenting the award for the 14th time, the Germany Society for Pedagogy and Information (Gesellschaft für Pädagogik und Information e.V.) has marked out... - June 27, 2009 - bab.la GmbH
Revolutionary Online Learning Program Delivers Dramatic Improvements for Students Taking the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)
Series of online videos launches to educate educators on the value BrainX. - June 26, 2009 - BrainX, Inc.
New Vast Talent White Paper Analyzes Key Technologies for Compliance with “China SOX”
New whitepaper from Vast Talent, the first company to launch a comprehensive compliance suite for China's Basic Standard for Enterprise Internal Control (C-SOX) - June 26, 2009 - Vast Talent Development Ltd
Daily Mind Builders™ Wins Best Vacation Children’s Product from Dr. Toy
Daily Mind Builders™: Language Arts among Best Vacation Children’s Products for 2009 - June 25, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Business Analysis Course on BABOK 2.0 for CBAP© Certification
Online courses based on the newly released Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK) 2.0 are now being offered by BAMentor, LLC in an effort to provide continuing professional development to Business Analysts around the world, and prepare them to become certified, without breaking the bank. - June 19, 2009 - BAMentor, LLC
TestFunda.com Announces a National Seminar Series on ‘Strategies for Cbt-Cat 2009’
EducationTimes in association with TestFunda.com presents a National Seminar Series on ‘Strategies for CBT-CAT 2009’. The seminars will be held in more than 20 cities over the next 4 weeks. Students and prospective TestFunda will invite CAT 100 percentilers and CAT experts to share... - June 17, 2009 - Enabilon Learning PVT Ltd
Professional Training in Business Analysis
As companies are recognizing the value and need for Business Analysts, BAMentor, LLC is dedicated to providing continuing professional education in this field to produce knowledgeable and marketable Business Analysts (BA’s). - June 15, 2009 - BAMentor, LLC
Academy of Broadcasting Student Creates Limca Book Record
RJ Rohit a popular radio jockey on Big 92.7 FM, Patiala and a student of the renowned Academy of Broadcasting hosts radio show for continuous 105 hours and creates new RJ marathon record for Limca Book of Records. - June 15, 2009 - Academy of Broadcasting
Seeking a Career in Health Care? Explore and Prepare to Succeed
A recent survey by the American Medical Association (AMA) indicates that most health care career seekers lack adequate preparation to pursue professional education programs - June 14, 2009 - Online Career Advancement
Sharpening Young Minds, Preparing Future Teachers
Right now, students all across America are preparing for their summer vacations. Unfortunately their minds might be going on an extended vacation. Extensive studies by Johns Hopkins University have shown that kids can lose up to two months or more of math and reading skills each summer. Those same... - June 13, 2009 - Knowledge College, Inc.
LEED® Green Associate Exam Prep Class to be Held in Boston, MA and Orlando, FL
PPI’s Award-Winning LEED AP Instructors Hosts LEED Green Associate Exam Prep Classes for June 20th - June 12, 2009 - PPI - Professional Publications
Live Paramedic & EMT Webinar Training Launched at EMS Boot Camp
This joint venture between Greg and Jim will offer a monthly webinar that will be open to all EMS professionals and paramedic or EMT students. Topics will include exams, skill sets, assessments, EMS trends and product use to name a few. EMS Boot Camp will also have guest speakers along with Greg and Jim to make for exciting and engaging events. - June 11, 2009 - The EMS Professional
Loqu8 Teaches Chinese with Digital Cameras, Photo Frames and Mobile Phones
Loqu8 Copyworks personalizes learning with Copysheets, FlashTiles and Digital Images. - June 10, 2009 - Loqu8, Inc.
SMARTHINKING Inks Deal Benefiting New Jersey Public Higher Education
SMARTHINKING, Inc. (www.smarthinking.com), the market leader in providing online tutoring and academic support to students, has announced the creation of the New Jersey Public Higher Education/SMARTHINKING Buying Group, an initiative to provide its service to students across the state. The New... - June 10, 2009 - SMARTHINKING
Leading Provider of LEED® Exam Prep Materials Announces New LEED Green Associate (GA) Classes
Classes Taught by Award-Winning LEED AP Instructors Coming to New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Boston, Orlando, and Houston - June 07, 2009 - PPI - Professional Publications
New Vast Talent White Paper Helps Jump Start Compliance with China’s Basic Standard for Enterprise Internal Control
Vast Talent today announced that it has launched a new white paper to help companies in China start complying with the Basic Standard for Enterprise Internal Control. The white paper, Getting a Head Start on Your C-SOX Compliance Process, can be downloaded from Vast Talent’s website free of charge. - June 04, 2009 - Vast Talent Development Ltd
Mathematical Reasoning™ Earns iParenting Media Award
The Critical Thinking Co.™, award-winning publisher of educational books and software for all ages, is proud to announce that Mathematical Reasoning™ Beginning 1 has been named as one of iParenting Media’s 2009 Excellent Products. - May 29, 2009 - The Critical Thinking Co.
Varsity Tutors is Now on Twitter
Follow Varsity Tutors on Twitter, @varsitytutors. - May 23, 2009 - Varsity Tutors
Career Step Approved to Train Military Spouses with Department of Defense MyCAA Funds
Career Step has been approved by the Department of Defense to train military spouses under the department’s MyCAA education funding program. - May 21, 2009 - Career Step
Female Math and Science Pros Offer Summer SAT Prep and Tips for Girls to Get Ahead
Female students can achieve the same level of success as their male counterparts on the SAT when they have female educators to serve as their teachers and mentors counsels Marlisa Johnson of Mathtopian Preparation, Inc. Johnson’s best tip for girls and their parents: “start early!” - May 21, 2009 - Mathtopian Preparation