Engineering Degree Online | Online Museums engage the Xbox Generation and beyond

Posted by bposton on November 9th, 2006 — Posted in engineering degree online

Talk about starting them off when they’re young…

I read an article that suggested that parents concerned about their kids spending too much time in front of the Xbox should consider that a lot of these games take place in ancient lands that the kids could learn more about and therefore make the gaming experience a learning experience.

So I turned off my Xbox and read the rest of the article… :-)

It mentioned that one of the best ways to engage Xbox kid in the learning process was to have them log into the Web sites of the larger science and natural history museums.

It appears that today’s museums are using their online presence more and more to appeal to kids at a sensory level. They are putting together collections and bringing them to life for online viewers by setting up online stories, games and activities, which help parent who are looking for an educational way to keep their you Xboxer’s entertained.

And going to a museum online has a few advantages, including:

 - It’s free (my favorite) and ready when you are. No driving or parking required.

 - You can get their from anywhere. And you don’t have to wait in line.
So think about this for a moment. Where do you think today’s little Xboxers will taking college classes? In a stuffy old classroom, or in front of their trusty computer in a online environment that they’ve grown up with?

Ben

, , , , ,

engineering degree online : Good reasons why you need a degree

Posted by bposton on November 1st, 2006 — Posted in engineering degree online

Are you wondering - why should I go through all the time and trouble to get a
degree?

Well here’s half a dozen good reasons why - and why an online degree is the right way
to get one:

1. A degree is becoming more and more critical for career success. Most fields in the mid to high-paying areas require one - or will soon.

2. The job market is becoming more and more competitive. You need a way to stand out and often an undergradute or graduate degree is the way to do it.

3. A degree shows a potential employer that not only do you have a mastery of a body of knowledge, but you also have other skills like critical thinking and decision making - not to mention the fact that it shows a dedication to your profession.

4. The true value of an online degree is that it allows those who did not have the opportunity to attend a traditional college to get a degree in their field or their area of interest.

5. There are a ton of online universities who offers degree programs to the people who otherwise would never be able to earn a degree. And now these people are getting a degree on there own terms - their own schedule and budget.

6. Most if not all of the current legitimate online degree programs are designed just for the busy individual. It doesn’t matter anymore if you have a full-time job or a family to take care of, you can now get a degree in your precious spare time.

Ben

, , , , ,