It's an age old question when one considers how best to get ahead in their career: should I just concentrate on getting more relevant experience? should I beef up my academic qualifications? do I need a bit of both? The answer is it depends, though it is also fair to say that having an associated masters degree in whatever field you're working would never do you any harm. The field of design (and all its associated sub-sections is no different) and one can add the crucial qualifier that a master's degree in design is essential if you're ever looking to teach your particular discipline at a University or College. This article will look at the various sub-categories of design in which one can pursue a design masters degree.
Those who pursue a career in design usually do so because they have a certain amount of visual flair and an interest in combining the aesthetic with the functional. Because our society is in a state of flux and always subject to new influences, there is a constant need for designers to create new designs (regardless of the field) which are reflective of the environment and the times in which we live - and at the same time deliver functionality that hopefully makes our lives a little easier.
There are various design fields in which one can specialize. The field of graphic design is aimed at adding visual impact to corporate communications; web design is about producing appealing and useful websites; industrial design is concerned with producing new products which are both functional and have aesthetic appeal; fashion design is an applied art relating to clothing and accessories whilst interior design and landscape design can loosely be described as the indoors and outdoors of design: landscape design being about creating functional and aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces and interior design being about designing those spaces in which people live and work.
All of these fields will have an associated bachelor's or associate degree attached to them. Students who are looking for professional advancement and certainly people who are looking to teach within their given field - may want to check out the design masters degrees that are on offer. A design master's degree will be available at a number of different schools. A student should already have a bachelor's degree in the field in which they wish to pursue post graduate studies (or at least in a substantially related field) although there are some schools that will offer foundation courses with the aim of bringing a student up to speed before he/she enrolls in the masters program.
Design masters programs will take 1-2 years to complete if being pursued full time and obviously longer if being studied part time. Most post graduate courses have been developed in such a way that professionals can pursue their studies at night and on weekends.
There are an increasing number of schools that are now offering an online design degree via the Distance Education Network. The curricula on offer via online postgraduate programs are not substantially different than those on offer to those attending a campus. An online degree obviously gives a graduate greater flexibility in how they go about pursuing their studies and indeed a greater choice of schools.
Thursday, August 7, 2008
How to Properly Prepare For Your First Day of College
I was not a confident college student when I was 18.
When I first started college, I was quiet, shy, and I didn't even ask anybody for directions on how to find my class because I didn't want to look stupid.
It wasn't until I went through a personal transformation about a year or so later that my confidence shifted as well as my entire life, including my grades and my overall experience in college.
Since that shift, I started getting better grades in my classes, I started learning new ways to study that actually helped me remember the topics and these techniques made studying actually fun, believe it or not.
I also started meeting new people and making more friends in college. College actually started becoming a fun experience, rather than just something I needed to do to get a degree. Back then I would think, "Even when I get my degree, I don't know what I'm going to do with it."
So it is important to make a purpose for yourself and set an intention before you start college.
Here's a good example:.
Since now is the perfect time to prepare for your next semester, take a piece of paper and write down what you intend to learn or become over the next four or five months.
Write out, "During this next semester in college, I will..." and then write out what you want to learn, become, or do.
It can be anything from learn a new language, learn a new subject that you have always wanted to learn about, play a musical instrument, make more friends, find a good relationship, or anything else that you truly desire for yourself.
Make this a goal for yourself and after you write it out, either print it or just post the piece of paper up on the wall to remind yourself what you are going to accomplish this next semester.
Give yourself an end date too. Say, "By December 21, 2008, I will..." and then write out your goal.
Here's mine. "By December 21, 2008, I will be moved out of my house and living with my two friends in Sacramento. I will have residual income flowing to me, so that I will be able to work for myself full time and I will love getting up in the morning to take action and fulfill my destiny."
If you notice, there isn't anything about college in there. That is because I have already received my AA degree. However, once I move out and get settled, I might be going to Sacramento State to get my Bachelor's Degree. When that becomes part of the picture I will be putting that into my next goal statement.
So stop here for a second and take a few minutes to write out your semester goal statement for yourself. Just take a piece of paper and write down the statement, "By December 21, 2008, I will be..." and then write out your goals for yourself. Do that now. Then, when you've done that, continue reading....
So now that you have your semester statement for yourself, you're now ready to hear about my secrets of college success.
First of all, if this is your first semester in college, then I want to tell you that you can relax because it's pretty laid back on campus. There aren't people there to bully you or push you around. This isn't like high school. Most people are pretty cool and laid back.
You can even do what I never did on my first day and ask somebody for directions if you need to. However, I'm going to give you a nice little tip here, which may allow you to not need to ask anyone for directions; unless they're really cute and you want to start a conversation with them. : )
A few days before your semester begins, go to the campus and take a walk around. Get familiar with the buildings and if you have your class schedule, bring that and take a trial run through your actual class schedule. This will help tremendously if you haven't been to the campus before.
I remember I didn't do this on my first day and I had the hardest time trying to find my classes.
Save yourself the stress and take a personal tour of the campus a few days before the semester starts. You will feel a lot better when you walk onto the campus on the first day.
Another problem that many students face is not knowing anybody in their class on the first day. This is a problem that caused me a lot of stress back when I first started college. I didn't want to speak to anyone else, just in case I said something stupid. God forbid I would say something stupid!
But to avoid this problem, I'd like to give you some simple confidence tips that will help you feel better with going to college for the first time.
Make it a habit to walk with your back straight. This is important in order to give yourself some confidence. Not only does this show other people that you are confident, but once you get used to doing it, you find yourself becoming more confident. It has been proven time and time again that your body language can actually change your state of being. So walk tall and be proud that you are in college!
Also, offer a smile to the people around you while you are walking on campus.
How do you feel when somebody smiles at you?
Good, right?
Well how would you like to be the person that makes somebody else feel that way?
You can literally change somebody's day with just a simple smile.
I remember driving one day and somebody on the side of the street waved to me. I waved back and then I couldn't help but smile after that. By them just making the time and consideration to wave, it changed my whole perspective and even changed my life, since I am still talking about them here and now.
So here's the rundown of how to prepare for your first day at college.
First, set a Semester Goal or Intention for yourself. Set some personal goals that will help you grow as a person and have a great time while in college.
Second, take a personal tour of the campus to help familiarize yourself with the campus. This can be a priceless tip to the shy or quiet person that is starting college in the fall.
Third, walk confidently. Make a habit of walking up right and also looking up. You don't want to be the person who walks up straight and has their head down the whole time. That'd be weird to see. So keep your back straight, walk straight, and then of course...
Fourth, give people smiles. It will make you feel better and it will make them feel better too. You may even be able to make a new friend this way...or possibly even find your next relationship. ; )
So these are some simple tips that you would be smart to use to your advantage. College is the perfect time to expand yourself as a person and grow in new ways. This means doing new things that you haven't done before.
If you want to do more in Life, you will have to do more in Life. It's just that simple. So step outside of your comfort zone and see what these new experiences can teach you.
When I first started college, I was quiet, shy, and I didn't even ask anybody for directions on how to find my class because I didn't want to look stupid.
It wasn't until I went through a personal transformation about a year or so later that my confidence shifted as well as my entire life, including my grades and my overall experience in college.
Since that shift, I started getting better grades in my classes, I started learning new ways to study that actually helped me remember the topics and these techniques made studying actually fun, believe it or not.
I also started meeting new people and making more friends in college. College actually started becoming a fun experience, rather than just something I needed to do to get a degree. Back then I would think, "Even when I get my degree, I don't know what I'm going to do with it."
So it is important to make a purpose for yourself and set an intention before you start college.
Here's a good example:.
Since now is the perfect time to prepare for your next semester, take a piece of paper and write down what you intend to learn or become over the next four or five months.
Write out, "During this next semester in college, I will..." and then write out what you want to learn, become, or do.
It can be anything from learn a new language, learn a new subject that you have always wanted to learn about, play a musical instrument, make more friends, find a good relationship, or anything else that you truly desire for yourself.
Make this a goal for yourself and after you write it out, either print it or just post the piece of paper up on the wall to remind yourself what you are going to accomplish this next semester.
Give yourself an end date too. Say, "By December 21, 2008, I will..." and then write out your goal.
Here's mine. "By December 21, 2008, I will be moved out of my house and living with my two friends in Sacramento. I will have residual income flowing to me, so that I will be able to work for myself full time and I will love getting up in the morning to take action and fulfill my destiny."
If you notice, there isn't anything about college in there. That is because I have already received my AA degree. However, once I move out and get settled, I might be going to Sacramento State to get my Bachelor's Degree. When that becomes part of the picture I will be putting that into my next goal statement.
So stop here for a second and take a few minutes to write out your semester goal statement for yourself. Just take a piece of paper and write down the statement, "By December 21, 2008, I will be..." and then write out your goals for yourself. Do that now. Then, when you've done that, continue reading....
So now that you have your semester statement for yourself, you're now ready to hear about my secrets of college success.
First of all, if this is your first semester in college, then I want to tell you that you can relax because it's pretty laid back on campus. There aren't people there to bully you or push you around. This isn't like high school. Most people are pretty cool and laid back.
You can even do what I never did on my first day and ask somebody for directions if you need to. However, I'm going to give you a nice little tip here, which may allow you to not need to ask anyone for directions; unless they're really cute and you want to start a conversation with them. : )
A few days before your semester begins, go to the campus and take a walk around. Get familiar with the buildings and if you have your class schedule, bring that and take a trial run through your actual class schedule. This will help tremendously if you haven't been to the campus before.
I remember I didn't do this on my first day and I had the hardest time trying to find my classes.
Save yourself the stress and take a personal tour of the campus a few days before the semester starts. You will feel a lot better when you walk onto the campus on the first day.
Another problem that many students face is not knowing anybody in their class on the first day. This is a problem that caused me a lot of stress back when I first started college. I didn't want to speak to anyone else, just in case I said something stupid. God forbid I would say something stupid!
But to avoid this problem, I'd like to give you some simple confidence tips that will help you feel better with going to college for the first time.
Make it a habit to walk with your back straight. This is important in order to give yourself some confidence. Not only does this show other people that you are confident, but once you get used to doing it, you find yourself becoming more confident. It has been proven time and time again that your body language can actually change your state of being. So walk tall and be proud that you are in college!
Also, offer a smile to the people around you while you are walking on campus.
How do you feel when somebody smiles at you?
Good, right?
Well how would you like to be the person that makes somebody else feel that way?
You can literally change somebody's day with just a simple smile.
I remember driving one day and somebody on the side of the street waved to me. I waved back and then I couldn't help but smile after that. By them just making the time and consideration to wave, it changed my whole perspective and even changed my life, since I am still talking about them here and now.
So here's the rundown of how to prepare for your first day at college.
First, set a Semester Goal or Intention for yourself. Set some personal goals that will help you grow as a person and have a great time while in college.
Second, take a personal tour of the campus to help familiarize yourself with the campus. This can be a priceless tip to the shy or quiet person that is starting college in the fall.
Third, walk confidently. Make a habit of walking up right and also looking up. You don't want to be the person who walks up straight and has their head down the whole time. That'd be weird to see. So keep your back straight, walk straight, and then of course...
Fourth, give people smiles. It will make you feel better and it will make them feel better too. You may even be able to make a new friend this way...or possibly even find your next relationship. ; )
So these are some simple tips that you would be smart to use to your advantage. College is the perfect time to expand yourself as a person and grow in new ways. This means doing new things that you haven't done before.
If you want to do more in Life, you will have to do more in Life. It's just that simple. So step outside of your comfort zone and see what these new experiences can teach you.
Know These Excellent Study Habit Rules to Study Well
Study Habits and Scholarship
Study implies investigation of mastery of facts, ideas or procedures which are unknown or partially known to the individual. There are many reasons for a person to desire for study. There are some rules of study with efficiency. A person who desires to study well must know these rules. The result will be more effective with the guidance of an efficient and experienced teacher. The analysis of study habits and the effects show that there are two types of learners. The slower pupils are not able to understand the work, use facts and grasp meanings as in the case of more able pupils.
Many people are able to develop efficient study habits without any special formal training. However, there are several methods of study habits for satisfactory result. One must bear in mind the following points in study habits.
17 Rules to study well
1) Have a definite purpose for study.
2) Have a definite place for study.
3) Definite plan and time schedule.
4) Favourable physical conditions.
5) Have rest with spaced study.
6) Search for the topic sentence of paragraph.
7) Use silent recitation method.
8) Use the whole method of study.
9) Try to read rapidly and carefully.
10) Take brief notes in an organized way.
11) Evaluate the difficulty of the materials.
12) Raise significant questions and try to find answer to them.
13) Study with interest to recall.
14) Study carefully charts, graphs and other illustrations.
15) Prepare a summary and revise.
16) Complete the assigned work without fail.
17) Analyze the statements of authors and get clarified when in doubt.
Forgetting:
In spite of the cautions taken keeping in mind the above mentioned study habit rules, there is a setback for the total result due to a brain factor called 'Forgetting'. Memory is the ability to remember what has been previously learned. Forgetting is just the opposite of memory. It is the mental failure of facts and a setback in the ability of reproducing the experiences of past events. The mind becomes weak to recollect or associate facts of past experience. This is because of the person failing to bring the facts subsequently for use. This may be due to over loading the brain with facts of experience. Learning for a long time without any break or rest, not changing the subject of learning and following the same method of learning without interest. The subject of study without interest and proper motivation result in forgetting easily and quickly. Forgetting is not always an unwanted thing. It is needed sometimes to be free from over burden of thoughts and worries. Indeed, forgetting is a gift for human beings.
Study implies investigation of mastery of facts, ideas or procedures which are unknown or partially known to the individual. There are many reasons for a person to desire for study. There are some rules of study with efficiency. A person who desires to study well must know these rules. The result will be more effective with the guidance of an efficient and experienced teacher. The analysis of study habits and the effects show that there are two types of learners. The slower pupils are not able to understand the work, use facts and grasp meanings as in the case of more able pupils.
Many people are able to develop efficient study habits without any special formal training. However, there are several methods of study habits for satisfactory result. One must bear in mind the following points in study habits.
17 Rules to study well
1) Have a definite purpose for study.
2) Have a definite place for study.
3) Definite plan and time schedule.
4) Favourable physical conditions.
5) Have rest with spaced study.
6) Search for the topic sentence of paragraph.
7) Use silent recitation method.
8) Use the whole method of study.
9) Try to read rapidly and carefully.
10) Take brief notes in an organized way.
11) Evaluate the difficulty of the materials.
12) Raise significant questions and try to find answer to them.
13) Study with interest to recall.
14) Study carefully charts, graphs and other illustrations.
15) Prepare a summary and revise.
16) Complete the assigned work without fail.
17) Analyze the statements of authors and get clarified when in doubt.
Forgetting:
In spite of the cautions taken keeping in mind the above mentioned study habit rules, there is a setback for the total result due to a brain factor called 'Forgetting'. Memory is the ability to remember what has been previously learned. Forgetting is just the opposite of memory. It is the mental failure of facts and a setback in the ability of reproducing the experiences of past events. The mind becomes weak to recollect or associate facts of past experience. This is because of the person failing to bring the facts subsequently for use. This may be due to over loading the brain with facts of experience. Learning for a long time without any break or rest, not changing the subject of learning and following the same method of learning without interest. The subject of study without interest and proper motivation result in forgetting easily and quickly. Forgetting is not always an unwanted thing. It is needed sometimes to be free from over burden of thoughts and worries. Indeed, forgetting is a gift for human beings.
College - 7.5 Principles For Improving Your College Attitude
A successful college life will be mostly determined by your attitude, that's right by your attitude. How you perceive others and your situation will affect everything you do in college. Whether, it's about getting along with your roommate or trying to please your professors your attitude will make the difference.
So here are 7.5 principles to help develop the right attitude toward college life.
#1 Life's Not Fair
The first thing you need to do is realize that life's not fair. It never has been and never will be. Things will not always go your way and at times it will seem that others have it easier than you. So, what if they do? Suck it up and get over it.
#2 Learn to Laugh
It is very important that you learn to laugh at yourself because everyone else is. Laughing is great for your health and mental well being.
#3 Solve Your Problems
Learn to solve your own problems. It's not anyone else's business to solve your problems and no one else will give your problems the same attention you will. You may need to get others to help you solve the problem but it is your responsibility to see that it's solved.
#4 Do What You Love
Never work just for money. If you perform a job solely for the money you will never enjoy what you do. Instead seek to do what you love and then do it so well others will pay you to do it.
#5 Invest in You
Never stop learning. Make time to read, listen to CD's and attend classes that will increase your knowledge and skills. Don't be afraid to spend money on your training. It will be the best investment you have ever made.
#6 Focus on Results
Focus on your strengths and successes. It doesn't pay to spend a lot of resources on things that don't work for you. Learn to recognize what you're good at and put your resources into those things. Pay someone to do those things you can't.
#7 You Cannot Quit
In order for you to succeed in college you will need to be persistent, determined and relentless. You will have tough classes, tough tests and even tougher professors, but you must persist in spite of all opposition. You must never give up!
#7.5 Go the Extra Mile
Always be prepared to do more than what is asked of you. If you make it your habit to do more than what is expected, you will stand out from the crowd.
So here are 7.5 principles to help develop the right attitude toward college life.
#1 Life's Not Fair
The first thing you need to do is realize that life's not fair. It never has been and never will be. Things will not always go your way and at times it will seem that others have it easier than you. So, what if they do? Suck it up and get over it.
#2 Learn to Laugh
It is very important that you learn to laugh at yourself because everyone else is. Laughing is great for your health and mental well being.
#3 Solve Your Problems
Learn to solve your own problems. It's not anyone else's business to solve your problems and no one else will give your problems the same attention you will. You may need to get others to help you solve the problem but it is your responsibility to see that it's solved.
#4 Do What You Love
Never work just for money. If you perform a job solely for the money you will never enjoy what you do. Instead seek to do what you love and then do it so well others will pay you to do it.
#5 Invest in You
Never stop learning. Make time to read, listen to CD's and attend classes that will increase your knowledge and skills. Don't be afraid to spend money on your training. It will be the best investment you have ever made.
#6 Focus on Results
Focus on your strengths and successes. It doesn't pay to spend a lot of resources on things that don't work for you. Learn to recognize what you're good at and put your resources into those things. Pay someone to do those things you can't.
#7 You Cannot Quit
In order for you to succeed in college you will need to be persistent, determined and relentless. You will have tough classes, tough tests and even tougher professors, but you must persist in spite of all opposition. You must never give up!
#7.5 Go the Extra Mile
Always be prepared to do more than what is asked of you. If you make it your habit to do more than what is expected, you will stand out from the crowd.
Practical Advice For College Student Protection
Practical Self Protection alternatives
This article will not address hand guns as it is in my opinion that a fire arm have no place in the public domain. For one reason a person may not have time to use a hand gun and also you stand a chance of having your own gun pointed at you!
We will discuss practical measures that can be used by any adult, or even if you have kids in college, to give them an extra edge of protection. When my daughter began college in a congested city I wanted to know that she would be as safe as possible. Of the many options available there were 3 choices that were the most practical.
Number one is a whistle. These can be purchased almost anywhere and are very easy and practical to keep on your person. Of course there is no danger of injuring self with a whistle and it can be worn on a necklace around the neck. I personally liked the idea of the whistle and I purchased her one, but I didn't feel that it had enough punch really. Naturally this would only be effective in an area where people may be within 100 yards.
The next 2 choices would be a Taser Gun and or Pepper Spray. Both of these are practical choices as the expense is very cheap now days and very portable as well. There are benefits to each.
A Taser gun comes in many voltage ranges, from 20,000 volts to 1.2 million volts. With such a large range many people do know which size would be most beneficial. With my own research I've found that 100,000 volt Taser has plenty of strength to demobilize any attacker for 2 to 4 minutes. The physical size is small and only requires one 9 volt battery for operation. The higher voltage Tasers are just too powerful for a college student to have on their person.
The Taser is ideal for wearing on the wrist with provided wrist strap. It is easily activated by the push of just one button. A Taser is ideally used when there would be more of an ambush attack where a person has little time to prepare. If the Taser gun is held in the hand, secured with the wrist strap as one walks from point A to point B, you will have no problems in fending off an attacker, even with a behind the back assault.
Pepper spray is my preferred choice for a couple of reasons. Number one, if you are on your toes and make sure you can not be surprised by someone jumping out of an ally or out of a car etc. you will have an advantage over the Taser gun. That advantage being you can place 12 feet between you and the attacker as the Pepper Spray can easily shoot 10 to 12 feet. I can assure you that a person looses all interest in completing an assault while their eyes are burning and they are temporarily blind. I also prefer the Pepper Spray due to the fact that my kids could get into less trouble with that, than with a Taser Gun.
However, my daughter is very responsible and with these products being so inexpensive these days I purchased all three products for her. Don't laugh, I'm a Father after all.
Having done this, I took ample time to work with her explaining that none of these products will work if she does not take the preparation to have them with her when she needs too.
I made her promise to always wear the whistle around her neck. I also Velcro the Pepper Spray tube to the outside of her purse where she could easily have access to it if she was out and about. She could also remove this when going into class etc and put it back in her purse. With the Taser gun, I advised her to place it in her hand, with the wrist strap secure anytime she was walking at night time unescorted (which I also told her not to do) heh.
Kids will be kids, and they will not always listen of course. But if I can provide 3 different measures of self protection for Daughter in College, then the chances rise dramatically that she will always have a form of protection available.
This article will not address hand guns as it is in my opinion that a fire arm have no place in the public domain. For one reason a person may not have time to use a hand gun and also you stand a chance of having your own gun pointed at you!
We will discuss practical measures that can be used by any adult, or even if you have kids in college, to give them an extra edge of protection. When my daughter began college in a congested city I wanted to know that she would be as safe as possible. Of the many options available there were 3 choices that were the most practical.
Number one is a whistle. These can be purchased almost anywhere and are very easy and practical to keep on your person. Of course there is no danger of injuring self with a whistle and it can be worn on a necklace around the neck. I personally liked the idea of the whistle and I purchased her one, but I didn't feel that it had enough punch really. Naturally this would only be effective in an area where people may be within 100 yards.
The next 2 choices would be a Taser Gun and or Pepper Spray. Both of these are practical choices as the expense is very cheap now days and very portable as well. There are benefits to each.
A Taser gun comes in many voltage ranges, from 20,000 volts to 1.2 million volts. With such a large range many people do know which size would be most beneficial. With my own research I've found that 100,000 volt Taser has plenty of strength to demobilize any attacker for 2 to 4 minutes. The physical size is small and only requires one 9 volt battery for operation. The higher voltage Tasers are just too powerful for a college student to have on their person.
The Taser is ideal for wearing on the wrist with provided wrist strap. It is easily activated by the push of just one button. A Taser is ideally used when there would be more of an ambush attack where a person has little time to prepare. If the Taser gun is held in the hand, secured with the wrist strap as one walks from point A to point B, you will have no problems in fending off an attacker, even with a behind the back assault.
Pepper spray is my preferred choice for a couple of reasons. Number one, if you are on your toes and make sure you can not be surprised by someone jumping out of an ally or out of a car etc. you will have an advantage over the Taser gun. That advantage being you can place 12 feet between you and the attacker as the Pepper Spray can easily shoot 10 to 12 feet. I can assure you that a person looses all interest in completing an assault while their eyes are burning and they are temporarily blind. I also prefer the Pepper Spray due to the fact that my kids could get into less trouble with that, than with a Taser Gun.
However, my daughter is very responsible and with these products being so inexpensive these days I purchased all three products for her. Don't laugh, I'm a Father after all.
Having done this, I took ample time to work with her explaining that none of these products will work if she does not take the preparation to have them with her when she needs too.
I made her promise to always wear the whistle around her neck. I also Velcro the Pepper Spray tube to the outside of her purse where she could easily have access to it if she was out and about. She could also remove this when going into class etc and put it back in her purse. With the Taser gun, I advised her to place it in her hand, with the wrist strap secure anytime she was walking at night time unescorted (which I also told her not to do) heh.
Kids will be kids, and they will not always listen of course. But if I can provide 3 different measures of self protection for Daughter in College, then the chances rise dramatically that she will always have a form of protection available.
Top 10 Art Schools
The top 10 art schools focus on the visual arts, such as graphic design, illustration, painting, photography, and sculpture according to the author's best research results.
1. The California Institute of Earth Art and Architecture is at the progressive end of Earth Art and Ceramic Architecture technologies today.
2. Creative people require creative careers. The Art Institute of Phoenix leads the way to these opportunities. Programs focus on design- advertising, graphic, interior, and Web design.
3. The Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute offers an self-governing research and academic program designed to encourage new approaches to the understanding of issues and objects from an adaptable style of art.
4. The Cranbrook Academy of Art, located in the affluent Detroit suburb of Bloomfield Hills, MI, is a prominent graduate school of architecture, art and design. Founded in 1932 by philanthropists George Gough Booth and wife Ellen Scripps Booth, it is part of the larger Cranbrook Educational Community, also founded by the couple.
5. The New York Academy of Art or Graduate School of Figurative Art is the only accredited school of its kind in the world. Blending the traditions of the Italian and French Academies, the Academy focuses on the study of the human figure by rigorously studying anatomy, art history, sculpture, painting, and drawing.
6. The New School of Classical Art (NSCA) offers the Atelier Method of art instruction and is based in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, USA. It was founded in 2005 by the Master Painter and Classical Realism (arts)Artist Dana Levin.
7. The China Academy of Art has the most complete range of degree offerings and programs of study in fine arts in China. There are eight schools under its jurisdiction offering Ph.D., master's and bachelor's degrees in fine arts, design, architecture, multi-media and film.
8. Iceland Academy of the Arts (Icelandic: Listaháskóli Íslands) is an Icelandic arts school which offers education in arts at university level.
9. The Royal Academy of Arts is an art institution based in Piccadilly, London. The Royal Academy was formed to rival the Society of Artists after an unseemly leadership dispute between two leading architects, Sir William Chambers and James Paine. in Piccadilly, London.
10. The Royal Swedish Academy of Arts or Kungl. Akademien för de fria konsterna, founded in 1773 by King Gustav III, is one of the Royal Academies in Sweden. The Academy is an independent organization, which acts to promote painting, sculpting, building and the other visual arts.
1. The California Institute of Earth Art and Architecture is at the progressive end of Earth Art and Ceramic Architecture technologies today.
2. Creative people require creative careers. The Art Institute of Phoenix leads the way to these opportunities. Programs focus on design- advertising, graphic, interior, and Web design.
3. The Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute offers an self-governing research and academic program designed to encourage new approaches to the understanding of issues and objects from an adaptable style of art.
4. The Cranbrook Academy of Art, located in the affluent Detroit suburb of Bloomfield Hills, MI, is a prominent graduate school of architecture, art and design. Founded in 1932 by philanthropists George Gough Booth and wife Ellen Scripps Booth, it is part of the larger Cranbrook Educational Community, also founded by the couple.
5. The New York Academy of Art or Graduate School of Figurative Art is the only accredited school of its kind in the world. Blending the traditions of the Italian and French Academies, the Academy focuses on the study of the human figure by rigorously studying anatomy, art history, sculpture, painting, and drawing.
6. The New School of Classical Art (NSCA) offers the Atelier Method of art instruction and is based in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, USA. It was founded in 2005 by the Master Painter and Classical Realism (arts)Artist Dana Levin.
7. The China Academy of Art has the most complete range of degree offerings and programs of study in fine arts in China. There are eight schools under its jurisdiction offering Ph.D., master's and bachelor's degrees in fine arts, design, architecture, multi-media and film.
8. Iceland Academy of the Arts (Icelandic: Listaháskóli Íslands) is an Icelandic arts school which offers education in arts at university level.
9. The Royal Academy of Arts is an art institution based in Piccadilly, London. The Royal Academy was formed to rival the Society of Artists after an unseemly leadership dispute between two leading architects, Sir William Chambers and James Paine. in Piccadilly, London.
10. The Royal Swedish Academy of Arts or Kungl. Akademien för de fria konsterna, founded in 1773 by King Gustav III, is one of the Royal Academies in Sweden. The Academy is an independent organization, which acts to promote painting, sculpting, building and the other visual arts.
Why Are You Going to College?
While in high school, most students begin to select a general career direction. Some make careful choices, while others leave things to chance. Either way, the process usually begins there. When college is in the offing, those young adults will attend college for a wide variety reasons. Those reasons usually fall into four distinct categories: Parents, Career, Money and Interests.
Parents frequently try to steer their children into college. These parents generally recognize that many corporate employers now consider the college degree to be a requirement for administrative, supervisory, technical and management positions. However, college is not right for everyone. Some students aren't ready. Others are better suited for careers in areas where a college education is not all that useful.
Career goals can drive those students who have a specific career in mind. They may want to be an attorney, a doctor, a scientist, an accountant or a social worker, etc. Students who know where they are trying to go usually have an advantage over students who are confused and less focused. Other students may have already entered the world of work and have come to recognize that their career progress may depend on obtaining a degree in their specialty or perhaps in business and management. Such students may attend college on a part-time basis, often at night or on weekends.
Money affects the decisions of some students. These students may select their career direction based on the amount of money they think they can make in that field. People with college degrees often hold higher positions and earn considerably more money than people without a degree, in similar positions. Highly desirable degrees, from the most well-respected colleges, can put high performing students on a career fast track.
Other interests will motivate some students to attend college. Those interests can include a love of learning, athletics, the arts, science, politics and even friendship may come into play (to follow a girl/boyfriend) or for social reasons (meet members of the opposite sex). In other cases, students may attend college by default. These students may go to college simply because all of their friends are going or they don't have a job and don't have a better alternative.
Ultimately, upon graduation from college, most young adults will be starting a new job, going on to Graduate School or seeking a full-time job. And so, the reason that most students are going to college is to obtain the knowledge, wisdom, experience and successes that will impress potential employers and help them land a good job or get into Graduate School.
If students and parents accept this statement, the question then becomes, what can students do to impress potential employers or help them get into Graduate School? And so, if students want to improve the odds for being successful after graduation, they must make the most of the entire four-year college experience.
Employers and Graduate Schools look for seven things:
1. Academic success usually means a "B" average or better. Many employers and Graduate Schools will not even consider you if you don't meet their academic standards.
2. The quality of your college education refers to the rating, reputation and status of your college.
3. A well-rounded college experience.
- Participation in clubs and athletic activities
- Work experience
- Community activities
- Campus events and activities
- Willingness to try things
4. Successes, accomplishments and results.
- Leadership roles and experiences in your area of interest
- Demonstrated strengths that differentiate you from others
- Communication skills (speak, write, present, listen, teach, etc.)
- Examples of competence with technology and computers
- Ability to build relationships and function in a team environment
- Examples of having accepted responsibility
- Ability to overcome obstacles
- Willingness to be held accountable
5. A powerful resume that presents the student's assets and capabilities.
6. Outstanding communication and interviewing skills.
7. Strong references from professors, advisors, coaches, employers, community leaders and other impressive people.
These seven items are the keys to success as students attempt to enter the world of work or be accepted to a desirable Graduate School. If students want their careers to get off on the best foot after college, each student should keep these items in the forefront, as they progress through their college experience.
Visit Bob's web site: www.The4Realities.com. Bob Roth is the author of The 4 Realities Of Success During and After College -and- The College Student's Guide To Landing A Great Job.
Parents frequently try to steer their children into college. These parents generally recognize that many corporate employers now consider the college degree to be a requirement for administrative, supervisory, technical and management positions. However, college is not right for everyone. Some students aren't ready. Others are better suited for careers in areas where a college education is not all that useful.
Career goals can drive those students who have a specific career in mind. They may want to be an attorney, a doctor, a scientist, an accountant or a social worker, etc. Students who know where they are trying to go usually have an advantage over students who are confused and less focused. Other students may have already entered the world of work and have come to recognize that their career progress may depend on obtaining a degree in their specialty or perhaps in business and management. Such students may attend college on a part-time basis, often at night or on weekends.
Money affects the decisions of some students. These students may select their career direction based on the amount of money they think they can make in that field. People with college degrees often hold higher positions and earn considerably more money than people without a degree, in similar positions. Highly desirable degrees, from the most well-respected colleges, can put high performing students on a career fast track.
Other interests will motivate some students to attend college. Those interests can include a love of learning, athletics, the arts, science, politics and even friendship may come into play (to follow a girl/boyfriend) or for social reasons (meet members of the opposite sex). In other cases, students may attend college by default. These students may go to college simply because all of their friends are going or they don't have a job and don't have a better alternative.
Ultimately, upon graduation from college, most young adults will be starting a new job, going on to Graduate School or seeking a full-time job. And so, the reason that most students are going to college is to obtain the knowledge, wisdom, experience and successes that will impress potential employers and help them land a good job or get into Graduate School.
If students and parents accept this statement, the question then becomes, what can students do to impress potential employers or help them get into Graduate School? And so, if students want to improve the odds for being successful after graduation, they must make the most of the entire four-year college experience.
Employers and Graduate Schools look for seven things:
1. Academic success usually means a "B" average or better. Many employers and Graduate Schools will not even consider you if you don't meet their academic standards.
2. The quality of your college education refers to the rating, reputation and status of your college.
3. A well-rounded college experience.
- Participation in clubs and athletic activities
- Work experience
- Community activities
- Campus events and activities
- Willingness to try things
4. Successes, accomplishments and results.
- Leadership roles and experiences in your area of interest
- Demonstrated strengths that differentiate you from others
- Communication skills (speak, write, present, listen, teach, etc.)
- Examples of competence with technology and computers
- Ability to build relationships and function in a team environment
- Examples of having accepted responsibility
- Ability to overcome obstacles
- Willingness to be held accountable
5. A powerful resume that presents the student's assets and capabilities.
6. Outstanding communication and interviewing skills.
7. Strong references from professors, advisors, coaches, employers, community leaders and other impressive people.
These seven items are the keys to success as students attempt to enter the world of work or be accepted to a desirable Graduate School. If students want their careers to get off on the best foot after college, each student should keep these items in the forefront, as they progress through their college experience.
Visit Bob's web site: www.The4Realities.com. Bob Roth is the author of The 4 Realities Of Success During and After College -and- The College Student's Guide To Landing A Great Job.
Suggestions For First Year College Students
After your parents have dropped you off at college and have headed back home, you may experience a slight shutter of apprehension. However, you will get off on the right foot and feel more comfortable with this new and important experience, if you pay close attention to and act on the eight suggestions that follow.
Make Friends - Smile! Be Friendly! Talk to everyone. Do things in groups. Include everyone anytime you go somewhere or do something. Accept people who are different from you. Try to understand the differences. Look for the best in others. The more friends you make in the early days of college, the easier the transition will be.
Explore the Campus - As a group, walk around campus and around town. Find out where everything is located. Learn about the various campus departments, interesting locations (the library, the gym and the pool), activities, organizations and potential employment opportunities. Go to town with a few friends. Check out the shopping, theater and recreational opportunities. In the early going, get out of your dorm. Make a point of going to a variety of campus and community events and activities. Laugh! Have some fun.
Search for a Direction - Check out the fields that already hold some interest for you. Recognize that it is important to select a field of study where you will enjoy the work, one that is in line with your talents and skills. Do some research. Talk to others about your options and opportunities. You can talk with upper class students, alumni, career counselors, employers or faculty advisors and staff members.
Keep Your Grades Up - As you move through your freshman year, it is important to keep up with your grades. Be willing to put in the time, effort and actions necessary to achieve good grades. Since it is easy to stray toward a less demanding path, it takes much discipline to avoid the pitfalls of college life.
Deal With Your Fears - Everyone has fears. You may fear failure, speaking in public, voicing your opinions in class, taking on a leadership role, meeting new people, joining a club or a million other things. Take some small risks, so you can try a few new things. Only by occasionally getting out of your comfort zone can you begin to grow and expand your possibilities for the future. Few people, if any, have achieved great things by staying in their comfort zone 100% of the time. The only way to deal with your fears is to take action, change your behavior and move in a new direction.
Develop a Healthy Curiosity - Curious people are people who learn and grow. They read, research, ask questions, closely observe, experiment, learn from others and regularly try new things. A healthy curiosity is essential for success. College is the ideal place for students to begin to discover and become who they really are.
Operate With a Positive Attitude - The attitude you present to the world tells others who and what you are. Since we all need other people to help us move toward success, it is extremely important for students to present a friendly, upbeat, helpful attitude to the outside world. When that happens, others will be attracted to these positive words, behaviors and traits.
Develop Your Plan of Action - Once you select a direction, create a written plan. Lay out the steps that will lead you to your goal (a great job or acceptance to graduate school). The odds for success are greatly increased when you clearly understand what and how much has to be done, by when. As you move up the ladder of success, you will find that it is highly unlikely that you can regularly achieve your most important goals by winging it.
Most of the time, success is a choice that you make. Since you have the ability to succeed in college and beyond, these recommendations can help to ensure that you begin your college experience with the right approach. When you follow a few sensible suggestions and keep a eye toward your educational and career goals, you will find that your college experience is positive, fun and rewarding.
Visit Bob's web site: www.The4Realities.com. Bob Roth is the author of The 4 Realities Of Success During and After College -and- The College Student's Guide To Landing A Great Job.
Make Friends - Smile! Be Friendly! Talk to everyone. Do things in groups. Include everyone anytime you go somewhere or do something. Accept people who are different from you. Try to understand the differences. Look for the best in others. The more friends you make in the early days of college, the easier the transition will be.
Explore the Campus - As a group, walk around campus and around town. Find out where everything is located. Learn about the various campus departments, interesting locations (the library, the gym and the pool), activities, organizations and potential employment opportunities. Go to town with a few friends. Check out the shopping, theater and recreational opportunities. In the early going, get out of your dorm. Make a point of going to a variety of campus and community events and activities. Laugh! Have some fun.
Search for a Direction - Check out the fields that already hold some interest for you. Recognize that it is important to select a field of study where you will enjoy the work, one that is in line with your talents and skills. Do some research. Talk to others about your options and opportunities. You can talk with upper class students, alumni, career counselors, employers or faculty advisors and staff members.
Keep Your Grades Up - As you move through your freshman year, it is important to keep up with your grades. Be willing to put in the time, effort and actions necessary to achieve good grades. Since it is easy to stray toward a less demanding path, it takes much discipline to avoid the pitfalls of college life.
Deal With Your Fears - Everyone has fears. You may fear failure, speaking in public, voicing your opinions in class, taking on a leadership role, meeting new people, joining a club or a million other things. Take some small risks, so you can try a few new things. Only by occasionally getting out of your comfort zone can you begin to grow and expand your possibilities for the future. Few people, if any, have achieved great things by staying in their comfort zone 100% of the time. The only way to deal with your fears is to take action, change your behavior and move in a new direction.
Develop a Healthy Curiosity - Curious people are people who learn and grow. They read, research, ask questions, closely observe, experiment, learn from others and regularly try new things. A healthy curiosity is essential for success. College is the ideal place for students to begin to discover and become who they really are.
Operate With a Positive Attitude - The attitude you present to the world tells others who and what you are. Since we all need other people to help us move toward success, it is extremely important for students to present a friendly, upbeat, helpful attitude to the outside world. When that happens, others will be attracted to these positive words, behaviors and traits.
Develop Your Plan of Action - Once you select a direction, create a written plan. Lay out the steps that will lead you to your goal (a great job or acceptance to graduate school). The odds for success are greatly increased when you clearly understand what and how much has to be done, by when. As you move up the ladder of success, you will find that it is highly unlikely that you can regularly achieve your most important goals by winging it.
Most of the time, success is a choice that you make. Since you have the ability to succeed in college and beyond, these recommendations can help to ensure that you begin your college experience with the right approach. When you follow a few sensible suggestions and keep a eye toward your educational and career goals, you will find that your college experience is positive, fun and rewarding.
Visit Bob's web site: www.The4Realities.com. Bob Roth is the author of The 4 Realities Of Success During and After College -and- The College Student's Guide To Landing A Great Job.
To Land a Great Job, Students Need a Four-Year Plan
Every college student needs a four-year plan that can lead to a great job. Since nobody wants to spend four years in college only to end up in a dead end job, wise students write out, and periodically update, a comprehensive plan that reveals the steps that will lead their goals.
Here is a brief and simplified example that can be tailored to individual needs.
Freshman Year - As soon as possible, select a general and broad career direction that makes sense for you. With that decision, you will be able to conduct some research. Try to find out what the employers in these fields will require of employment candidates, if you interview with them in your senior year. In that way, you can begin to create a path to follow, set goals and establish a timeline for the steps that are required. Don't worry! You can make changes, as you are able to clarify your direction.
From this point forward, you can begin to follow your initial plan of action. Your plan should contain many of the following:
- Identify influential people who can help you, in the future. You'll need a network.
- Build your credibility with high performing students and influential people.
- Volunteer for something in your area of interest.
- Get to know your Professors, Advisors and Career Services staff.
- Research Campus, Community and Work opportunities.
- Understand yourself - What strengths do you bring to the table?
- Pay attention to your attitude and body language. They tell others who you are.
- Evaluate your Leadership, Communication and People Skills.
- Tend to your grades. They are the gateway to many employers.
Sophomore Year - If it has not already been done, you should select a tentative major in your sophomore year. This does not mean that you have to pick out a specific career or job to shoot for. It is still early. As you take your classes and begin to participate in campus, work and community activities, you will gradually gain a clearer perspective.
Take the time to update or expand your plan of action, based on your current goals. Follow your plan of action during year two. It should contain items like these:
- Build and maintain relationships with influential people. Create your network.
- Continue to build credibility with Professors and high performing students.
- Get involved with something in your area of interest.
- Get to know your Professors, Advisors and Career Services staff.
- Participate in Campus, Community and Work opportunities.
- Seek part-time and/or summer jobs in your field of interest.
- Understand yourself - What are your interests, strengths and weaknesses?
- Present the Attitude and Body Language that will help you.
- Find ways to strengthen your Leadership, Communication and People Skills.
- Identify and research potential employers and job hunting web sites.
- Do what is necessary to keep your grades up.
Since employers love people who are able to get things done, begin to build your list of accomplishments. Generally your accomplishments should be aligned with the goals in your plan of action. Try to excel in your areas of interest and strength.
Junior Year - Look back over the past two years and update or expand your plan of action. At this point, your plan should become quite specific. If you have a better idea of where you are trying to go, your plan should include the steps that will get you there. Follow your plan of action for year three. It should contain items like these:
- Continue to build relationships with influential people to expand your network.
- Do something specific to build credibility with Professors and high performing
students. Find ways to help them achieve their own goals.
- Volunteer for something that is important in your area of interest.
- Work closely with your Professors, Advisors and Career Services staff.
- Play a leadership role in at least one Campus, Community or Work opportunity.
- Continue to work at part-time and/or summer jobs in your field of interest.
- Understand yourself - Focus on your strengths and interests.
- Improve your attitude. Present a positive "can do," "let's give it a try" attitude.
- Be certain that your body language and actions match your words.
- Demonstrate your Leadership, Communication and People Skills.
- Identify and research potential employers, alumni & employment web sites.
- Draft your resume - Emphasize accomplishments in your field of interest.
- Develop and practice your interviewing skills.
- Think references and recommendations: Identify the most influential and respected
people who will speak highly of you. Strengthen these relationships.
- Keep your grades up.
During your Junior year, strive to achieve one or two significant accomplishments that will meet or exceed interviewer/employer expectations. These are the things that will be highlighted on your resume, so you will stand out from the other candidates.
Meet with Career Services to see if you are allowed to sign up for campus interviews. If yes, get some interviewing experience. Practice telling interesting stories about how your accomplishments came about.
Senior Year - Finalize and follow your plan of action for year four.
- Keep your grades up.
- Finalize your resume. Your resume should emphasize your accomplishments
and clearly differentiate you from other candidates. What makes you special?
- Prepare for interviews. Practice your responses. Develop thoughtful questions.
- Sign up for and participate in campus interviews. Be ready with examples
and stories that will impress employers. Don't be shy.
- Tap all of your networking sources for useful information and job leads
- Keep organized and detailed records of your contacts
- Contact every employer from your earlier research
- Start utilizing appropriate employment web sites
- Seek references and recommendations from the most influential people in
your network.
- Conduct a thorough and enthusiastic job search campaign. Plan to contact at least
100 employers.
This abbreviated plan can serve as a model for students who are concerned about their futures and are willing to do the hard work. Forward thinking students understand that employment success is earned slowly, during all four years of college. That's why I say that, "The senior year job search starts in the freshman year."
There is no shortcut to employment success. Students who diligently follow their four-year plans are much more likely to be rewarded with great jobs and good salaries at the best employers. Isn't that your goal too?
Here is a brief and simplified example that can be tailored to individual needs.
Freshman Year - As soon as possible, select a general and broad career direction that makes sense for you. With that decision, you will be able to conduct some research. Try to find out what the employers in these fields will require of employment candidates, if you interview with them in your senior year. In that way, you can begin to create a path to follow, set goals and establish a timeline for the steps that are required. Don't worry! You can make changes, as you are able to clarify your direction.
From this point forward, you can begin to follow your initial plan of action. Your plan should contain many of the following:
- Identify influential people who can help you, in the future. You'll need a network.
- Build your credibility with high performing students and influential people.
- Volunteer for something in your area of interest.
- Get to know your Professors, Advisors and Career Services staff.
- Research Campus, Community and Work opportunities.
- Understand yourself - What strengths do you bring to the table?
- Pay attention to your attitude and body language. They tell others who you are.
- Evaluate your Leadership, Communication and People Skills.
- Tend to your grades. They are the gateway to many employers.
Sophomore Year - If it has not already been done, you should select a tentative major in your sophomore year. This does not mean that you have to pick out a specific career or job to shoot for. It is still early. As you take your classes and begin to participate in campus, work and community activities, you will gradually gain a clearer perspective.
Take the time to update or expand your plan of action, based on your current goals. Follow your plan of action during year two. It should contain items like these:
- Build and maintain relationships with influential people. Create your network.
- Continue to build credibility with Professors and high performing students.
- Get involved with something in your area of interest.
- Get to know your Professors, Advisors and Career Services staff.
- Participate in Campus, Community and Work opportunities.
- Seek part-time and/or summer jobs in your field of interest.
- Understand yourself - What are your interests, strengths and weaknesses?
- Present the Attitude and Body Language that will help you.
- Find ways to strengthen your Leadership, Communication and People Skills.
- Identify and research potential employers and job hunting web sites.
- Do what is necessary to keep your grades up.
Since employers love people who are able to get things done, begin to build your list of accomplishments. Generally your accomplishments should be aligned with the goals in your plan of action. Try to excel in your areas of interest and strength.
Junior Year - Look back over the past two years and update or expand your plan of action. At this point, your plan should become quite specific. If you have a better idea of where you are trying to go, your plan should include the steps that will get you there. Follow your plan of action for year three. It should contain items like these:
- Continue to build relationships with influential people to expand your network.
- Do something specific to build credibility with Professors and high performing
students. Find ways to help them achieve their own goals.
- Volunteer for something that is important in your area of interest.
- Work closely with your Professors, Advisors and Career Services staff.
- Play a leadership role in at least one Campus, Community or Work opportunity.
- Continue to work at part-time and/or summer jobs in your field of interest.
- Understand yourself - Focus on your strengths and interests.
- Improve your attitude. Present a positive "can do," "let's give it a try" attitude.
- Be certain that your body language and actions match your words.
- Demonstrate your Leadership, Communication and People Skills.
- Identify and research potential employers, alumni & employment web sites.
- Draft your resume - Emphasize accomplishments in your field of interest.
- Develop and practice your interviewing skills.
- Think references and recommendations: Identify the most influential and respected
people who will speak highly of you. Strengthen these relationships.
- Keep your grades up.
During your Junior year, strive to achieve one or two significant accomplishments that will meet or exceed interviewer/employer expectations. These are the things that will be highlighted on your resume, so you will stand out from the other candidates.
Meet with Career Services to see if you are allowed to sign up for campus interviews. If yes, get some interviewing experience. Practice telling interesting stories about how your accomplishments came about.
Senior Year - Finalize and follow your plan of action for year four.
- Keep your grades up.
- Finalize your resume. Your resume should emphasize your accomplishments
and clearly differentiate you from other candidates. What makes you special?
- Prepare for interviews. Practice your responses. Develop thoughtful questions.
- Sign up for and participate in campus interviews. Be ready with examples
and stories that will impress employers. Don't be shy.
- Tap all of your networking sources for useful information and job leads
- Keep organized and detailed records of your contacts
- Contact every employer from your earlier research
- Start utilizing appropriate employment web sites
- Seek references and recommendations from the most influential people in
your network.
- Conduct a thorough and enthusiastic job search campaign. Plan to contact at least
100 employers.
This abbreviated plan can serve as a model for students who are concerned about their futures and are willing to do the hard work. Forward thinking students understand that employment success is earned slowly, during all four years of college. That's why I say that, "The senior year job search starts in the freshman year."
There is no shortcut to employment success. Students who diligently follow their four-year plans are much more likely to be rewarded with great jobs and good salaries at the best employers. Isn't that your goal too?
US Falling Behind in Math and Science - Is This the Truth Or is This a Scare Tactic?
Is the United States of America falling dangerous behind in the educational strength of math and science? Well, some say yes, and others say no - depending of course, on what you mean by that statement. You see, the US colleges and Universities lead the world in their science and math programs, but, we find the students in HS are not keeping up with their counterparts in many nations.
Worse, now the Rand Corporation Think Tank has data and research showing that we are losing our competitive edge in science and math, which will affect our future in very negative way. One Math Teacher in a California Middle School stated:
"I believe it is always the older generation's agenda to say the new generation is falling apart. Elvis was the root of all evil in the 50's in the eyes of the older generation. Later the Hippies were the dawn of another generation collapse in the 60's and 70's. This trend will never go away."
Indeed, still in the aerospace industry the average aerospace worker is 58 years old and the kids who will be replacing them have not even started college yet. The shortages are huge already. It's also an issue in other first world nations. Even the cars are getting more complicated, and all the increases technology across all sectors will need more folks able to handle all these jobs, new jobs. To this comment, the math teacher replied:
"I have seen great progress in my years as a math teacher. 8th graders are required to complete courses that were once only offered in High School. Achievement scores rise each year at our school, and we are not alone. There are more students attending advanced placement courses than ever before. "
Do you believe this trend that you speak of in your school to be duplicating across the nation? If not why and if so then how often? Why ask these additional questions, simple, because even if some school districts are making a difference, the data does not lie, we are getting ourselves into a pickle and it is essential to admit this problem, address it and solve this challenge.
Worse, now the Rand Corporation Think Tank has data and research showing that we are losing our competitive edge in science and math, which will affect our future in very negative way. One Math Teacher in a California Middle School stated:
"I believe it is always the older generation's agenda to say the new generation is falling apart. Elvis was the root of all evil in the 50's in the eyes of the older generation. Later the Hippies were the dawn of another generation collapse in the 60's and 70's. This trend will never go away."
Indeed, still in the aerospace industry the average aerospace worker is 58 years old and the kids who will be replacing them have not even started college yet. The shortages are huge already. It's also an issue in other first world nations. Even the cars are getting more complicated, and all the increases technology across all sectors will need more folks able to handle all these jobs, new jobs. To this comment, the math teacher replied:
"I have seen great progress in my years as a math teacher. 8th graders are required to complete courses that were once only offered in High School. Achievement scores rise each year at our school, and we are not alone. There are more students attending advanced placement courses than ever before. "
Do you believe this trend that you speak of in your school to be duplicating across the nation? If not why and if so then how often? Why ask these additional questions, simple, because even if some school districts are making a difference, the data does not lie, we are getting ourselves into a pickle and it is essential to admit this problem, address it and solve this challenge.
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