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The Department of Education and California is currently struggling with the specifics and impacts of test modifications on the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE).

More and more folks from a variety of professional backgrounds are making the switch to a career in education. Getting started, however, can be a daunting task.

There are many different federal loan programs that help students pay for college. A brief overview of Stafford, Perkins, and Plus student loans.

Perkins Loans are federal student loans, backed by the U.S. Department of Education, with payment terms similar to subsidized Stafford Loans in that they are needs-based.

Free information on parenting and child development is easy to find. This article offers suggestions on where to find educational materials on children and families.

Guidelines are provided regarding continuing education requirements for becoming a teacher's aide, along with duties and types of assignments.

The Florida Autism Center of Excellence, Jacksonville School for Children with Autism, Peace by Piece, and The Victory Center provide autism education in Florida.

With a tumultuous economy and the unemployment rate up from just a year ago, it may be a good time to head back to school.

Education in prison offered to inmates below 25 years old with less than 5 years jail sentence proves to be beneficial not just to prisoners but to the society as well.

Florida's special needs in education are acknowledged by the Florida Department of Education; consequently schools are given more time to show gains.

This article presents a brief list of free resources that can be used to plan early childhood activities or inform parents and teachers about best practices.

These days, it requires a lot of hard work to meet the requirements needed to become a teacher. This guide will outline five important steps to keep in mind.

Homeschooling in New Jersey is pretty simple in terms of getting started. Learn what laws are in place for this eastern state.

Homeschooling in West Virginia is becoming more and more popular. Find out the laws that you need to follow in order to continue homeschooling in this state.

If you want to homeschool in New York, there are laws that you need to follow. New York has some rigid guidelines to adhere to, so get the heads up on what is expected.

State education departments are offering home school resources for online education and internet home schooling for free. Are these home school programs for real?

Since its adoption in 2002, No Child Left behind (NCLB) has generated a great deal of controversy and criticism, especially from the special needs population.

No Child Left Behind, enacted by the Bush administration (FY2001) in response to a failure of the American educational system has had several years

Deaf and blind viewers can celebrate Black History Month watching "Barack Obama: The Power of Change" free of charge in two accessible formats.

For a principal, promoting student achievement can be tough. A time-tested awards program backed by a popular president could highlight academic talent and hard work.

ABLEDATA, funded by the US National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, provides objective information about assistive devices for the disabled.

New federal guidelines have made it easier for schools to offer a same-gender program. What are the results?

A teaching certificate can be a ticket to a challenging cross-cultural adventure in the remote and road-less areas of the 49th State, Alaska.

Public education is required for children. These public schools are supported by the taxes of the people.

Looking to lower student loan payments? Find out who qualifies for the new Income Based Repayment Plan designed to assist with the repayment of federal student loans.

Federal, state and private educational grants provide vital assistance to high schools and colleges located throughout Florida.

Adults in online distance learning programs typically out-perform others enrolled in traditional classroom settings based on a study by the U.S. Department of Education.

As Sallie Mae, a major financial lender, discontinues the student loan consolidation program, recent graduates are left with few options for repaying student loans.

Federal Stafford Loans, offered both through the government's Direct loan program and the FFEL loan program, are often subsidized student loans with fixed interest rates.

Parents can help their children achieve academic excellence in the classroom by getting involved in school activities early.

College study for professional growth and personal edification is increasing in the US. Online learning is becoming a very popular option to traditional college study.

College campuses across America are becoming a cesspool of dangerous crime. What are parents and students doing to protect themselves?

While the American Government has plans to reduce support for all forms of education, GATE classes might suffer most.

The Central Tibetan Administration in India has been trying to democratise the almost 200,000 Tibetans in exile since the 1960s. How successful has this process been?

The FAFSA form is the main application that colleges in the United States use to determine financial aid. A few simple tips can help those filing the form any time.

This article discusses the basics of environmental scanning and how executives of postsecondary institutions in America can benefit from making it a routine practice.

College credit can be earned while still in high school. Knowing the opportunities available can reduce the cost of college tuition.

This article offers parents a guideline to determine if their children are prepared for kindergarten.

Mathematicians earn high salaries as they build software programs, measure the universe and even help make movies. Governments hope kids may learn to like math.

In 2005, the Assistant Deputy Secretary for Innovation and Improvement announced that schools receiving federal funding must recognize the Constitution on September 17th.

Barack Obama has named Arne Duncan as his Secretary of Education. What are Duncan's goals? What criticism has he received?

The campaign to pay amateur athletes forgets at least two things: the value of a free education and the size of the college sports universe.

Parents can help their children realize educational success and achieve academic excellence by getting involved in school activities.

A growing GNP, relative political stability, and commitment of resources to social development are yielding progress toward the UN's eight Millennium Development Goals.

The Hoover Institution, a think tank affiliated with Stanford University, released study results comparing certified teachers with non-certified. Results are surprising

On January 16, 1786, the Virginia Statute on Religious Freedom drafted by Thomas Jefferson and passed on that day is still proclaimed by every U.S President.

Students are under attack from their own classmates. Authorities seem unable to arrive at a solution to prevent another school massacre. What is a possible solution?

Student loans can seem to be an easy way to pay for college, but can be a real problem if not repaid. Getting best rates starts by learning about the loans themselves.

In July 2009, the Department of Education began a new Income Based Repayment program for paying back federal student loans. Monthly payments will be determined by income.

Computer labs are a common approach in many schools, but there are alternatives to ensure that students have technology when they need it.