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Como dijo Frank Turner en una de sus escrituras, «Una universidad, se debe aclarar, como implican sus nombres profesa a enseñar conocimientos universales.» (Turner, 1902) Es inútil estudiar cosas que no puedes compartir con los otros porque no hay posibilidad de profundizar los conocimientos. Si todo el mundo tiene la misma experiencia acerca la misma cosa, pues un hecho está reforzado.
Pero para que el aprendizaje sea personal, los aprendices aprenden los conocimientos en entornos locales. Aunque estudiamos la misma historia de Roma, cada aprendiz lo entiende en el contexto de su historia local. Claro que un filipino que estudia los sucesos del Egipto antiguo no la compara a los sucesos de la historia de Francia.
En realidad, es fácil hacerlo en situaciones homogéneas. Por ejemplo, los países latinoamericanos comparten muchas cosas en la historia. Pero en situaciones heterogéneas, como en una universidad por internet, podamos tener un problema. Una clase virtual puede tener estudiantes de los 7 continentes al mismo tiempo. Sin duda, es una pesadilla para los profesores.
No importa el grado de nacionalismo de los profesores, hay que aceptar que es necesario saber cosas de importancia internacional. De hecho, no es una cosa nueva. Ya en las edades medias, un conocimiento de los asuntos de los otros países es una señal de cultura. Es necesario saber más de una lengua para ser considerado «culto». Y la globalización que tenemos ahora es solo una continuación.
Es necesario aceptar que el papel de los profesores ha cambiado. Hoy, los profesores no son los solos recursos de los estudiantes. La red hace que los conocimientos sean disponibles para un público más amplio. Entonces, el profesor tiene que enseñar los aprendices como encontrar los conocimientos. Es necesario enseñar los estudiantes a tamizar los conocimientos.
Si tengamos éxito en enseñar los estudiantes la belleza en la diversidad, la distinción entre los estudiantes se convertirán en una ventaja. Si los estudiantes saben variaciones, pueden entender más profundamente las cosas del mundo.
At last, concrete answers to the perennial challenge to homeschooling families: “But what about college?” Use the practical hints below to help your homeschooled child get into (and succeed in) the college of her choice.
1. Begin with the end in mind. If you know now that your homeschooled 14-year-old has the potential and interest to pursue college, start gathering and organizing information about admission requirements for representative schools.
2. Maintain your child’s portfolio diligently. It will form the basis of your homemade “transcript,” or, for some schools, can be substituted for one.
3. Contact the schools your child is interested in attending to find out if they have special admission requirements for homeschooled students.
Some (Stanford, for example) have created guidelines to help homeschoolers with the application process (and Stanford has admitted numerous homeschoolers).
4. Apply with confidence. More than 900 colleges nationwide, including many rated as “highly selective,” regularly admit homeschooled students. In many ways, the homeschool experience helps your child stand out from the masses.
5. Focus on areas other than transcript information. Many colleges state that certain parts of the application package, such as SAT II and ACT scores, letters of recommendation, and the application essay, are given greater weight when considering homeschoolers for admission. Read the rest of this entry »
According the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, “The liberal studies major is designed to provide students with the flexibility to tailor their studies to career aspirations” .
A liberal studies major is an excellent choice for students who want an education that is broad and will prepare them to face a constantly changing job market .
Teaching
Teachers are in charge of preparing children educationally and need to be well versed in a variety of subjects. Elementary teachers teach math, English and science, among other topics daily.
A liberal studies degree can give you the background you need to be a well-rounded teacher. After you graduate with your degree, contact your state’s education office to learn how to become certified.
Human Resources
Working in a Human Resource office requires that you have well-refined communication skills as well as computer and basic math skills. Human Resource offices work with employees of a company, and as a result, employees are in contact with a variety of personalities and needs throughout the day.
Human resource employees keep a record of employees in an organization. These individuals answer questions for employees and keep a record of job performance.
These employees can screen applicants and decide whether they meet specified requirements of the job the applicant is seeking.
Public Relations
A person in public relations (PR) writes speeches, prepares press releases and, when necessary, speaks to the public about a situation associated with the person or company she works with.
According to the Princeton Review, a good PR person must “be a good communicator-in print, in person and on the phone” (Resource 1). PR representatives must remain current on recent events. This individual must be creative is solving problems as well as analytical. Read the rest of this entry »
International business majors can extend into a wide variety of creative and important careers, according to Stephen Taylor, executive director of International Business Careers.
International business education tends to expand when world economic markets open. Studying international business provides opportunities for graduates to pursue careers domestically or overseas in engineering, politics or global finance.
Tech Company Engineers
Tech companies are major employers of international business majors, according to Taylor.
Specifically, electronics, oil and gas, or utilities with a global presence hire these graduates to represent business interests overseas.
Tech company engineers are often responsible for establishing and developing foreign-based installations or restoring business operations.
International business graduates, Taylor said, tend to possess skills in “marketing and sales, with a combination of business and international education and skills.”
Political Professionals
International business majors may also find success in political careers. “There is always the need for governmental representation around the world,” said Taylor, particularly “career positions in the diplomatic corps.”
Many European Union members possess international business backgrounds and graduates tend to go on to work in positions as consulates or political economists, according to the Carthage College website.
Additionally, political professionals have benefited from these studies by enhancing their understanding of global financial markets, international trade laws, political lobbying and black market, nuclear-weapons trading.
Financal Careers
International business majors can thrive in careers related to global finance, according to Taylor. Academic institutions, such as Carthage College, provide students with specialized education in financial analysis, market research and economic forecasting relating to worldwide state and corporate dealings. Read the rest of this entry »
Community colleges in the United States are looking to develop an international orientation, according to the American Association of Community Colleges.
These colleges, about 1,200 in total, tend to admit students whose goals, needs and backgrounds are different from those of typical four-year college students.
Community colleges would like to expose their students to an international experience, so that they can develop skills to interact in today’s multicultural world.
Wider Exposure
One aim of community colleges in developing themselves as international community colleges is that they realize their students will live in a diverse society. So, they seek to embrace students from the wider world.
This will expose their students to multiple cultures and help them interact personally and professionally with people from other cultures. The world of business is becoming more international, too, and this exposure will help their students engage in business activities worldwide.
Activities
Community colleges are adopting a variety of ways to make students’ learning experience more international. This includes making their curriculum more international, providing special programs and activities for international students, introducing study abroad programs, and going in for faculty exchange programs.
Most of them are also trying to enroll more international students. A survey by the American Association of Community Colleges found that more than 80 percent of the responding colleges had incorporated international components into their coursework. Read the rest of this entry »
Forensic scientists are a vital part of the U.S. justice system and are important in all aspects of crime cases.
The ultimate goal of a forensic scientist is to reveal all valuable and important information that supports facts.
If you have a love of science and a love of people or society, this is a perfect career where these passions can be applied. Only eighteen universities within the United States are accredited by the American Academy of Forensic Science (AAFS).
University of Mississippi in Oxford
University of Mississippi in Oxford was ranked one of the top five universities in the nation by the AAFS and was accredited by them as well. The faculty to student ratio is very low, sitting at 1:21. The bachelor’s program is Forensic Chemistry.
In this program the students do not only take an overwhelming amount of chemistry and biology classes, they take classes regarding the criminal investigation procedures.
At this university students do not obtain their bachelor’s degree until they complete an internship in an actual crime lab.
University of Mississippi in Oxford
203 Sorority Row
Oxford, MS 38655
(662) 236-7662
olemiss.edu
The George Washington University
The Forensic Science program at the George Washington University features a five-year BS/MS Forensic Chemistry program, which includes unique internships and interactions with the local federal, state, and local agencies in Washington DC.
At George Washington University there are five forensic science concentrations offered: crime scene investigations, forensic chemistry, forensic molecular biology, forensic toxicology, and high technology crime investigation.
The George Washington University
2100 Foxhall Road, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20007
(202) 242-5758
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The TV series CSI has sparked interest in students who wish to pursue forensic science and crime scene investigation as a career. In recent years, more schools have begun offering forensic science degrees. Forensic science accreditation only began in 2004, thus some schools are still in the application process.
The George Washington University
Located in Washington, D.C., The George Washington University offers one of the most respected forensic programs in the nation and is an excellent opportunity for any future forensic scientists interested in working in a federal government or government contractor position.
The school offers five disciplines within forensic science: crime scene investigations, forensic chemistry, forensic molecular biology, forensic toxicology, and high technology crime investigation. Currently in the process of accreditation with the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS), the school plans to file for accreditation in spring 2010.
The George Washington University
2100 Foxhall Road NW
Washington, D.C. 20007
(202) 242-5758
gwu.edu/~forensic
John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY)
John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in forensic science, and offers students excellent employment opportunities in one of the world’s major cities.
John Jay offers bachelor’s degrees in forensic psychology and forensic science, with the latter in the conditional accreditation process of AAFS accreditation. On the graduate level, John Jay offers master’s degrees in forensic computing, forensic mental health counseling, forensic psychology and forensic science.
John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY)
445 West 59th St.
New York, NY 10019
(212) 237-8863
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Elementary school art standards help educators meet criteria in the visual arts for young children. Elementary students are budding creatively, and art standards help teachers create lesson plans to encourage their skills.
Content standards utilize a variety of media, such as drawing, painting, sculpture and photography. Each U.S. state has its own set of arts standards.
Also, National Standards for Arts Education were adopted in 1994, according to the Kennedy Center.
Respect
The first National Content Standard is to understand and apply media, techniques and processes. This means elementary aged students will learn to understand the difference between materials and how to use them.
Kids will also gain a respect for art materials along with the art room or work area. Children will experiment with various art materials and complete lessons that encourage their respect and understanding.
Expression
The second National Content Standard for the Visual Arts encourages using knowledge of structures and functions. Elementary school students learn that they can express themselves through art, and how to use art to communicate with others.
Creating self-portraits, learning about colors and lines that create emotions and sharing artworks with others are part of this National Standard.
Exploring Creativity
National Content Standard three is about choosing and evaluating a variety of subject matter, ideas and symbols in the visual arts.
Elementary aged children are encouraged through art lessons to explore their creativity and try new art materials and ideas. Such art activities will encourage children to learn more about themselves and their artwork.
History and Culture
For the fourth National Content Standard, children explore the world around them through art, and learn how the arts connect and relate to history and cultures.
Educators encourage children’s understanding of history by introducing historical artists and artworks along with cultural art and styles. Read the rest of this entry »
Alabama has two medical schools: the University of Alabama School of Medicine and the University of South Alabama College of Medicine.
Located in Birmingham, the UAB School of Medicine comprises a teaching and medical complex covering 80 blocks.
The school promotes itself as a leader in primary care medical education and basic biomedical research.
The University of South Alabama College of Medicine, in Mobile, offers an M.D. degree program and a Ph.D. in basic medical science for those interested in careers in biomedical investigation.
UAB School of Medicine: Facts and Statistics
The UAB School of Medicine is a public medical school that was founded in 1859. The primary campus is in Birmingham, with branch campuses in Huntsville and Tuscaloosa. Residency programs are found in Birmingham, Selma and Montgomery.
During 2010, 2,410 students applied for admission to the school and 265 were accepted, leading to an entering class of 176, of whom 151 are Alabama residents. Total enrollment is 747, with 1,163 full-time faculty. The faculty-to-student ratio is 1:6.
UAB School of Medicine: Reputation and Programs
“U.S. News & World Report” ranked the UAB School of Medicine the 26th-best medical school in the United States in 2010. The School of Medicine ranked 18th in funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Over $217 million in NIH research funding and contracts was focused on UAB specialties including cardiology, AIDS, cancer and rheumatology. Total research funding at the medical school totals more than $400 million annually.
University of Alabama University Hospital
The University Hospital covers 2.1 million square feet and contains 900 beds, serving as the main clinical facility for the UAB School of Medicine.
The hospital features a nationally ranked cardiovascular center, a comprehensive cancer center and the only adult Level 1 trauma center in Alabama.
University Hospital is a thoroughly modern facility, using wireless, digital and video technology in surgery, to monitor patients, administer drugs and deliver care throughout the hospital. Read the rest of this entry »
Pinson is one of Alabama’s oldest communities, but was only recently incorporated as a city in 2004. With 5,000 residents, it is a rural community located near Birmingham just minutes from shopping areas and Cumberland Golf and Country Club.
Jefferson State Community College is two miles away and Pinson is home to Turkey Creek Nature Preserve and its environmental education center. The community offers a garden club, the Heritage Community Center and a traditional Christmas parade.
Rudd Middle School
Rudd Middle School is one of 21 public middle schools in Jefferson County, and is the only middle school in Pinson. It serves about 850 students grades 6-8. There are 10 other middle schools within a 10-mile radius.
According to Education.com, a leading on-line source of school and education information for parents and the fastest growing organization which ranks schools based on the state’s standardized scores, Rudd ranked 3 on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 being the highest quality score possible. Rudd has boys and girls sport programs.
The school website states that the school purpose is to, “foster a successful learning community for our students, parents, and teachers.” Carol Sutherland, special needs teacher, won the CBS 42 grant in November, 2010, to purchase $1,000 worth of hands-on math tools.
Clay-Chalkville Middle School
Clay-Chalkville Middle School is home of the Cougars and is located in Trussville, five miles from Pinson. It serves grades 6 through 8 with an enrollment in 2010 of nearly 1,100 students.
According to Education.com, the student ethnicity is 52 percent white and 44 percent black and has a test rating score of 7; 10 is best.
Clay-Chalkville students are strong in band and basketball, and the school offers a comprehensive radio, video and multimedia program. Read the rest of this entry »