British online travel training course provider Online Travel Training has secured the affiliations of nearly all the major air carriers in the world. Its online airline training courses, which are aimed at providing the necessary knowledge and information to would-be air crew or airport workers, are now officially endorsed by pretty much all the big names in the air travel industry.

The move comes as part of a mutually beneficial package: Online Travel Training (www.onlinetraveltraining.co.uk) is assured of plenty of traffic through its site as candidates come to sign up for the training courses provided by the major carriers; while the major carriers themselves are able to prime candidates for interview and future employment by making sure they already know half the stuff they’ll need to know to get into, or though, an interview situation.

The SANS Institute has officially integrated Apple iPad into its OnDemand training service, an online based courseware offering.  A new product rollout today, enables SANS OnDemand customers the flexibility to access the course training they need via these popular handheld devices. There is no need to download  an app, to run your courseware. The iPad is just another way SANS customers can engage with their training whenever it's most convenient to them.

"The iPad is truly an amazing learning tool that is revolutionizing the training industry. Enabling SANS OnDemand courses for the iPad continues SANS' commitment to delivering the most trusted online security training anytime, anywhere," says Alan Paller, director of research at the SANS Institute.

Andrew Williams, a director at SANS, adds: "All SANS OnDemand courses have been redesigned to take advantage of the iPad's unique features and functionality. Customers can use the iPad's multi-touch screen to effortlessly search the entire breadth and depth of a SANS OnDemand course to access and use the exact content they need."

In addition product launch, SANS would like to give away a free iPad to new customers who sign up for an OnDemand course through the month of November.

Whether you're new to information security or have years of experience, SANS training delivers relevant and pragmatic training solutions. Additionally, OnDemand provides comprehensive Web-based information security training, certification and research. The distance-learning program offers world-renowned computer, software, network security training, and certification through SANS' GIAC affiliate.

Apple iPad's retail price starts at $499, but sign up for an OnDemand course through this month for your free device. For more information please contact Andrew Williams (awilliams@sans.org) or visit www.sans.org/ondemand/.

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The Princeton Review, Inc. (Nasdaq: REVU), a leading provider of test preparation, educational support services and online career education services, announced that the National Labor College has received approval from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education to move forward with its contractual joint venture with The Princeton Review. The approval will become effective upon the State of Maryland's recognition of the NLC's initial programs under this joint venture, which is expected by year end.

The Princeton Review's joint venture with the NLC brings the technical and financial resources of The Princeton Review and its subsidiary, Penn Foster, to support the NLC's delivery of new academic programs and expanded educational opportunities for over 13 million working adults who are members of AFL-CIO unions.

"We are pleased that the NLC will now move forward with its expansion plan," said Michael Perik, President and CEO of The Princeton Review. "This is an important milestone for our joint venture with the NLC and the expansion of our support for higher education. We are continuing to work toward an expected launch of the program in the Spring of 2011."

About The Princeton Review

The Princeton Review (Nasdaq: REVU) has been a pioneer and leader in helping students achieve their higher education goals for more than 28 years through college and graduate school test preparation and private tutoring. With more than 165 print and digital publications and a free website, www.PrincetonReview.com, the company provides students and their parents with the resources to research, apply to, prepare for, and learn how to pay for higher education. The Princeton Review partners with schools and guidance counselors throughout the U.S. to assist in college readiness, test preparation and career planning services, helping more students pursue postsecondary education.

The company also owns and operates Penn Foster Education Group, a global leader in online education, providing career-focused degree and vocational programs in the fields of allied health, business, technology, education, and select trades through the Penn Foster High School and Penn Foster Career School (www.pennfoster.edu). Penn Foster creates the platform to leverage the company's Career Education Partnerships division which is comprised of ventures with the National Labor College (NLC) and Community College Partnerships (CCP). The venture with the NLC was formed to bring high-quality bachelor degree completion and certificate programs to the AFL-CIO's 13 million members and the working adults in their families. The CCP venture is a partnership with community colleges to expand distance and hybrid learning opportunities. For more information, visit www.PrincetonReview.com.

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Study.Net Corporation today announced the launch of Study.Net Foundation, an independent non-profit organization.  The new foundation will support the development of innovative online learning content; and subsidize the purchase of required electronic course material by college and university students.

According to Jay McGoodwin, a Foundation board member, "This is the fruition of an idea that my colleagues and I have discussed for years.  We're in a position to lead the way toward something that could have a lasting impact.  Through our pioneering work with the delivery of electronic material, we are very aware of the opportunities and the needs.  To match our enthusiasm, Study.Net Corporation will make an initial gift to jump-start the Foundation."

The Foundation also plans to raise funds from a variety of philanthropic sources to support two initiatives.  Through the first, Study.Net Foundation will award financial grants to selected content creators and authors of innovative web-based, electronic learning material.  The goal is to encourage and support the development of effective learning products that can be delivered online and used by students, worldwide.

The second initiative will address the growing cost of academic course material by encouraging electronic delivery and directly subsidize student purchases.  On the basis of an application and need, the Foundation will selectively assist college and university students with the purchase of electronic course content through an award of up to $250 per student per term.

The Foundation's board expects to name an Executive Director shortly and begin awarding content development grants and material purchase awards by the first of the year.  Study.Net Foundation's website can be found at: http://foundation.study.net.  Content creators can apply directly for consideration of a development grant.  Similarly, students can apply online for a purchase award that can be used to obtain required web-based academic content.

Study.Net Corporation has been a leader for the past decade in the field of online content delivery for higher education students.  More than 8,000 professors at greater than 900 colleges and universities worldwide have registered to use the company's free services that allow electronic content from practically any source to be quickly assembled and delivered securely to students on the device of their choice.  The company maintains offices in the US and Europe.

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China Distance Education Holdings Limited (NYSE: DL)  ("CDEL"  or  the  "Company"),  a  leading  provider  of online education in China focusing on professional education, today announced that it has obtained approval to offer its study process monitoring program in Guangxi Province, and has signed a three-year exclusive contract  with the Guangxi Provincial Education Examination Authority ("Guangxi EEA"), the designated administrator of self-taught higher education in Guangxi Province, to offer the program.

As part of the agreement, CDEL and Guangxi EEA will jointly develop and operate a new self-taught study process monitoring supplementary education online platform, guangxi.zikao365.com.

The self-taught higher education program is a self-study program designed to allow learners in China to obtain post-secondary education without having to pass the Uniform Entrance Exams ("Gaokao") or attend a traditional college or university. Degrees are granted by the Ministry of Education ("MOE") to self-taught learners who have passed all exams relating to the diploma or degree courses and who satisfy certain other requirements. Traditionally, 100% of the credits needed to pass self taught programs are earned through final exam scores administered by the MOE. Through CDEL's study process monitoring program, learners can earn up to 30% of their credits from attendance, assignments and quizzes. The program is designed to foster meaningful learning habits and strengthen the overall educational process.

Mr. Zhengdong Zhu, Chairman and CEO of CDEL commented, "We are pleased to announce the continued expansion of our self-taught program with this new partnership with the Guangxi EEA.  As one of our main business development initiatives, we have focused our efforts on expanding our geographical footprint in key self-taught higher education markets in an effort to establish a strong market position.  With the addition of Guangxi Province and the recent platform development contract signed with Sichuan Province, we are now active in nine self-taught higher education markets, representing a total addressable market of over 4 million students.  As competition in this segment remains limited, and as many of our self-taught higher education contracts have been awarded on an exclusive basis, we believe we are well positioned to command a leading market share as we begin to roll out the program in more provinces.  With over 54,000 enrollments in fiscal year 2010, our self-taught initiative is clearly gaining momentum.  We believe that the long-term growth potential from this segment is strong, and we expect the program to grow at an accelerated pace in the coming year."

About China Distance Education Holdings Limited

China Distance Education Holdings Limited is a leading provider of online education in China focusing on professional education. The courses offered by the Company through its websites are designed to help professionals and other course participants obtain and maintain the skills, licenses and certifications necessary to pursue careers in  China  in  the  areas  of  accounting,  law,  healthcare,  construction  engineering, information technology and other industries. The Company also offers online test preparation courses to self-taught learners pursuing higher education diplomas or degrees and to secondary school and college students preparing for various academic and entrance exams.  In addition, the Company offers online foreign language courses, offline GaoKao retake courses and offline business start-up training courses.  For further information please visit http://ir.cdeledu.com.

Contacts:

China Distance Education Holdings Limited

Lingling Kong, IR Manager

Tel: +86-10-8231-9999 x1805

Email: IR@cdeledu.com

Investor Relations (HK):

Ruby Yim, Managing Director

Taylor Rafferty

Tel: +852-2167-2008

Email: cdel@taylor-rafferty.com

Investor Relations (US):

Mahmoud Siddig, Director

Taylor Rafferty

Tel: +1 (212)889-4350

Email: cdel@taylor-rafferty.com

SOURCE China Distance Education Holdings Limited

Bridgepoint Education, Inc. (NYSE: BPI), a provider of postsecondary education services focused on providing higher access to higher education, has announced Ashford University's new Bachelor of Arts in Gerontology. This degree is designed to instruct students about the intricacies of America's aging citizenry, and give potential caregivers and supporters a leg up in the rapidly expanding fields of aged care and support.

As more Americans enjoy longer lives, the social and healthcare mechanisms supporting them will require additional professionals who understand those longer lives. The trend is borne out by statistics: the U.S. Census projects that by the year 2030, 22 percent of America's citizens will be older than 65, and the number of Americans over 85 will double between 2003 and 2030, doubling again by 2050. As described in the U.S. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-2011 Edition, increases in our elderly population, including the pending wave of retiring baby boomers, will put further pressure on applicable social services and spur demand for trained providers who can satisfy the needs of the aged and elderly (www.bls.gov/oco).

Created in direct response to this growing population, Ashford's BA in Gerontology addresses the swing of America's demographic scale toward a greater average age. This degree has been shaped to target developing trends, and contains courses that can form a platform for careers dealing with all aspects of the elderly: healthcare, daily support, community services, counseling, research, advocacy, business opportunities and lifestyle enhancement.

According to Dr. Alice Vestergaard, Ashford University's College of Health, Human Services, and Sciences program director, "This new interdisciplinary degree provides graduates with insights and understanding of aging based on current research, in order to work with and advocate for a growing aging population." Dr. Vestergaard added, "Students who study in this degree program will develop the skills necessary to analyze aging issues, policies and challenges, and make recommendations for improvement and change to promote positive aging models."

As retiree and senior populations continue to expand, careers focusing on their needs must grow as well. The corresponding increase in opportunity will demand professionals who have been educated in the requirements of supporting elderly and aging citizens. Ashford University's Bachelor of Arts in Gerontology is ideally suited for this, and is one of the few Bachelor's-level degrees in this field that is available completely online. To that end, students who are already in the workforce can use this program to enhance careers they've already begun.

Ashford University's Bachelor of Arts in Gerontology is currently available online. This degree does not lead to licensure or certification of any kind.

About Bridgepoint Education

Bridgepoint Education's postsecondary education services focus on offering associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs in such disciplines as business, education, psychology, social sciences and health sciences. Bridgepoint Education's regionally accredited academic institutions – Ashford University and University of the Rockies – deliver their programs online as well as at traditional campuses located in Clinton, Iowa, and Colorado Springs, Colorado. For more information about Bridgepoint Education, visit www.bridgepointeducation.com or call Shari Rodriguez, associate vice president of Public Relations, at 858.668.2580.

About Ashford University

Founded in 1918, Ashford University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (www.ncahlc.org). The University offers graduate and undergraduate degree programs online and at its Clinton, Iowa, campus. The University is known for its high quality yet highly affordable online and on-campus programs. For more information, please visit www.ashford.edu or call Shari Rodriguez, associate vice president of Public Relations, at 858.513.9240 x2513.

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As the only major publisher to submit digital learning programs to the California Learning Resource Network, McGraw-Hill Education will provide unprecedented access to many of its K-12 online programs. Part of the Statewide Education Technology Services initiative from the California Department of Education, CLRN provides educators with a "one-stop shop" for the selection of digital learning resources aligned to the State Board of Education academic content standards.

As part of McGraw-Hill's broad commitment to developing and providing electronic teaching and learning tools to classrooms in nearly every district in the U.S.,  the company has submitted seven interactive digital programs to Phase 3 of the CLRN Digital Textbook Initiative – the only major publisher to provide content through this phase of the initiative. McGraw-Hill's interactive online courses are under review by CLRN and include some of the company's most popular titles for history, government, economics, and biology .

"At McGraw-Hill, we realize that access to digital content allows greater opportunities for success of teachers and students alike," said Dan Caton, executive vice president, McGraw-Hill School Education Group.  "We are happy to be able to provide our digital programs through CLRN, and look forward to continuing to develop digital programs that meet Common Core State Standards and empower students in California and across the nation to succeed in the classroom and the 21st century global economy."

CLRN is intended to provide K-12 educators with the information they need to make informed decisions about selection, procurement and instructional use of supplemental digital learning resources. All content provided through CLRN is required to be aligned to the California Content Standards, and support, enhance or extend standards-based classroom instruction, providing additional materials for teachers.

About McGraw-Hill School Education Group

The McGraw-Hill School Education Group, a unit of McGraw-Hill Education, is a leading innovator in the development of 21st century teaching and learning solutions for K-12 education markets, offering traditional and digital instructional, assessment, and reference content and tools for teachers and students. The School Education Group addresses critical areas in primary and secondary education through Learning Solutions Centers focused on improving student learning outcomes and promoting digital innovation in literacy, STEM, college and career readiness, and intervention and special needs education. All of McGraw-Hill's content for elementary schools and secondary schools is available in digital form. McGraw-Hill Education, a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies (NYSE: MHP), has offices in 33 countries and publishes in more than 65 languages. Additional information is available at http://www.mheducation.com.

TuTecnologia.org, the leading Spanish-language online technology community intended to educate the Hispanic community about a variety of technology-related subjects, announces the launch of its new website TuTecnologia.org.  Through free resources such as video tutorials, a forum and podcasts, the new multi-platform website, which replaces the former TuTecnologia.com, will continue to help break down the barrier of technology assimilation for the Hispanic community and encourage the adoption of technology, in order to capitalize on its benefits, for both personal and professional growth. With these tools, Tu Tecnologia members can overcome their language and financial barriers and use technology to progress toward their goals.

Founded in 2008 by Ariel Coro, the leading Technology Expert for Hispanics in the U.S. syndicated columnist and TV personality, the website continues to be a go-to resource for Hispanics on technology.  From its inception, the website's mission has been to synthesize complex concepts and teach in a manner that everyone can understand.  Today, members can access new features like the TuTV video channel which contains online classes and practical tutorials.  TuTecnologia.org also offers comprehensive educational tutorials on programs such as Excel, Photoshop and Google Voice – and even how to create a Twitter account.  Members can also access podcasts created by site collaborators with information on the latest technologies and product reviews.  

"The Tu Tecnologia website grew from the real need of having a central location where everyone could have access to educational resources and information about technology in Spanish," explains Coro.  "The participation of our community is integral and their feedback has led to the development of the new website, with innovative features that will help community members advance on a personal and professional level."  

The TuTecnologia.org website will continue to maintain popular features including a community blog with articles by founder Ariel Coro, that promote a better understanding of technology and enables blog submissions from its members as well. With "Pregunta a la Comunidad" (Ask the Community), members can also post questions about all-things technology and receive answers from members and collaborators of the community almost instantly. With new and old favorite features alike, the TuTecnologia site continues its mission of bridging the technological divide within the Hispanic community.

For more information, visit www.TuTecnologia.org.

SOURCE Tu Tecnologia

The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership at Walden University today announced the recipients of its 2010 Educator for a Day grants. As part of the nationwide celebration of the National Education Association's (NEA) American Education Week, observed Nov. 14–20, 2010, Walden will award the $5,000 grants to three P–12 schools that are offering Educator for a Day events on Thursday, Nov. 18. Each school will host at least one aspiring educator who will shadow a teacher during the school day.

"Every year, Walden offers these grants that serve as a call to action for educators to shed light on the successes and challenges of our nation's schools," said Dr. Kate Steffens, dean of Walden's Riley College of Education and Leadership. "Each recipient chosen for a grant this year demonstrates a firm commitment to bringing together parents, friends and the community to work toward the success of their students."

The 2010 Educator for a Day grant recipients are:

Greenview Child Development Center, Greenville, S.C. — With 180 preschool-aged children who are considered physically and academically at-risk, Greenview Child Development Center will use the grant to help provide learning experiences that enhance the children's curiosity, imagination and physical well-being while meeting standards-based math and language-based reading skills. For its "Getaway to Greenview" Educator for a Day celebration, the school is inviting its Greenville community to experience the daily life of an early childhood educator. In keeping with the airline theme, students created flight and boarding passes that will allow participants to select their activities for the day.

McNary Heights Elementary School, Umatilla, Ore. — The school, with 260 students from disadvantaged backgrounds, is currently experiencing low mathematics test scores. The grant funds will be used to purchase math manipulatives that provide a hands-on teaching approach and will help the school meet new state math standards. On Nov. 18, McNary Heights Elementary School teachers will invite parents to "walk in their shoes" for a day and use specifically designed math lessons to teach the children.

Yellowstone Academy, Houston, Texas — The Pre-K through 7th grade school, which teaches some of Houston's most impoverished children, will use the grant to purchase much-needed supplies to enhance its learning environment, including flash drives, recess equipment and items for the conduct-reinforcement store. For its Educator for a Day event, Yellowstone Academy will host a student in Walden's B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies program who will shadow teachers in classrooms and assist with lessons as well as help perform other regular teaching duties, including serving as a monitor in the lunchroom and the library.

Walden's 40-year history of educating educators has created a community of more than 45,000 students and alumni who are leaders in their classrooms and schools. As a leading provider of online education degrees, the Riley College of Education and Leadership is dedicated to increasing teacher effectiveness and student achievement by connecting its students with nationally recognized education experts, researchers and scholars. Walden's programs, while strongly grounded in theory, emphasize practical skills and analytical tools educators can immediately use to enhance student learning and outcomes.

For more information about The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership at Walden University, visit www.WaldenU.edu.

About Walden University

For 40 years, Walden University has supported working professionals in achieving their academic goals and making a greater impact in their professions and their communities. Today, more than 42,500 students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are pursuing their bachelor's, master's or doctoral degrees at Walden. The university provides students with an engaging educational experience that connects them with expert faculty and peers around the world. Walden is the flagship online university in the Laureate International Universities network — a global network of 50 online and campus-based universities in 24 countries.

Walden offers more than 45 degree programs with more than 195 specializations and concentrations. Areas of study include health sciences, counseling, human services, management, psychology, education, public health, nursing, public administration, technology and engineering. For more information, visit www.WaldenU.edu. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org.

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Ashworth College, a leader in online education, today announced that the institution's Vice President of Education, Dr. Leslie Gargiulo, and the Military Education Coordinator, Melissa Maddox, will be featured guests on Army Wife Talk Radio, to be aired live on http://armywifenetwork.com beginning at 8:00 PM EST, Monday, November 15, 2010.

With the recent re-launch of the Department of Defense's MyCAA program which provides education funding for military spouses, Dr. Gargiulo and Maddox are expected to comment on current occupational trends and career training opportunities that are available to spouses as well as focusing on the benefits of distance education.

As part of the interview, listeners will have the opportunity to engage in a live, interactive question and answer session, which can be accessed from the main room at http://blogtalkradio.com/awtr.  A taped recording of the interview will be archived and available on http://www.armywifenetwork.com shortly after the conclusion of the live Internet broadcast. Viewers can also download episodes available through many podcast directories including Apple® iTunes.

About Ashworth College and Ashworth High School

Ashworth College, a leader in online education, offers students worldwide more than 100 online college degrees, online career certificates, online career training and high school online diplomas that are affordable and fit the busy schedules of working adults. Ashworth also offers military education online as well as specialized programs for corporate partners and homeschoolers.

Headquartered in Norcross, GA, Ashworth is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). The Accrediting Commission of the DETC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency. Ashworth High School is further accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI). For more information, visit http://www.ashworthcollege.edu.

About Army Wife Network Radio

Army Wife Network (AWN) is the Internet's leading website for Army wives, by Army wives. AWN boasts the only Internet talk radio show designed specifically for military spouses – Army Wife Talk Radio, currently in its fifth year of broadcasting.

Army Wife Talk Radio is a weekly 120 minute live show for Army wives by Army wives. A resource and networking podcast, each broadcast strives to "bridge the gap" between military and civilian resources and the families that they support. Listeners can participate in a variety of discussions on topics ranging from military acronyms to relationship builders and care package ideas. AWTR airs Monday evenings via the Army Wife Network website.

Available Topic Expert(s): For information on the listed expert(s), click appropriate link.
 

Dr. Leslie Gargiulo, Ph.D.

https://profnet.prnewswire.com/Subscriber/ExpertProfile.aspx?ei=96829

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