Online colleges

Trident University International Faculty Publish Research on Classroom Video Usage

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Thursday, February 25, 2021

CHANDLER, Ariz., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trident University International (Trident) faculty members Dr. Pamela Wirth and Dr. George del Hierro have published the article, "The Use of D2L's Video Note to Promote Engagement in Online General Education Courses," in The Online Journal of Distance Education and e-Learning .

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  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trident University International (Trident) faculty members Dr. Pamela Wirth and Dr. George del Hierro have published the article, "The Use of D2L's Video Note to Promote Engagement in Online General Education Courses," in The Online Journal of Distance Education and e-Learning .
  • Additionally, some students stated that video and audio feedback is valuable because multiple methods help to increase their understanding of the instructor's comments.
  • Founded in 1998, Trident University International is a member of the American InterContinental University System, which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).
  • Trident offers quality associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs and certificates, led by a qualified faculty team, over 80% of whom have doctoral degrees.

Trident University International Names Dr. Heidi Fernandez as University College Dean

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Tuesday, January 12, 2021

CHANDLER, Ariz., Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trident University International (Trident) is proud to announce that Dr. Heidi Fernandez has been named Dean of University College.

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  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Jan. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trident University International (Trident) is proud to announce that Dr. Heidi Fernandez has been named Dean of University College.
  • Dr. Fernandez joined Trident in 2013, with her previous positions including Math Department Chair, Math Faculty Lead, and Associate Dean of University College.
  • She holds a Master of Science in Math Education from Walden University and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Education from University of Florida, Gainesville.
  • Founded in 1998, Trident University International is a member of the American InterContinental University System, which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).

Sacramento Municipal Utility District Employees Graduate from Ashford University Debt-Free Thanks to Zovio's Full Tuition Grant Program

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Wednesday, October 7, 2020

Through this partnership, full-time SMUD employees can obtain an associate, bachelor's, or master's degree at Ashford University without requiring any student loans or incurring additional tuition expenses.

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  • Through this partnership, full-time SMUD employees can obtain an associate, bachelor's, or master's degree at Ashford University without requiring any student loans or incurring additional tuition expenses.
  • Also, immediate family members of SMUD employees can enroll in Ashford University degree programs at a discounted tuition rate.
  • "I have gained more confidence as an individual and have become more knowledgeable," shared SMUD team member and Ashford alumna Tiffany M. McRea.
  • Ashford offers associate, bachelor's, master's,and doctoral degree programs .For more information, please visit www.ashford.edu , www.facebook.com/ashforduniversity , or www.twitter.com/AshfordU .

Sessions College Named to Most Affordable College Tuition and Top Design School Lists

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Thursday, August 6, 2020

According to Student Loan Hero, the average college student graduated in 2018 with $29,800 of private and public loan debt, more than the entire tuition of a Sessions Associate degree program.

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  • According to Student Loan Hero, the average college student graduated in 2018 with $29,800 of private and public loan debt, more than the entire tuition of a Sessions Associate degree program.
  • In March 2020, Graphic Design USA, the leading news and information magazine for and about the graphic design community, named Sessions one of its 2020 Top Graphic Design Schools.
  • Sessions College, founded in 1997, is the pioneer in accredited and affordable online skills-based education that readies adult learners for the digital workforce.
  • Sessions College is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission and certified for quality assurance by the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.

University of Arizona Announces Intent to Create 'The University of Arizona Global Campus' Through Acquisition of Ashford University

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Monday, August 3, 2020

The University of Arizona Global Campus will remain as a separate university with its own academic programs, accreditation, and faculty.

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  • The University of Arizona Global Campus will remain as a separate university with its own academic programs, accreditation, and faculty.
  • "After the process, we look forward to returning to our roots as a nonprofit institution and becoming The University of Arizona Global Campus."
  • The University of Arizona Global Campus will bring to the University of Arizona community a strong geographic representation outside of Arizona.
  • The University of Arizona Global Campus will maintain its current accreditation with the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

Union Institute & University Announces No Tuition Increase for New Academic Year

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Monday, May 18, 2020

The tuition freeze comes at a time when many Union students are struggling with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • The tuition freeze comes at a time when many Union students are struggling with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • This is something we can do to ease their stress and their financial obligations," said Union President Karen Schuster Webb.
  • Union Institute & University offers a wide variety of programs at the certificate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral levels.
  • A private nonprofit institution, Union is a regionally accredited international university with academic centers located in Ohio, Florida and California.

Baker University Offers Tuition Discounts for Programs for Adult Learners

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Thursday, April 9, 2020

We are proud to be able to alleviate some of the financial pressure they may be experiencing," said Baker University President Lynne Murray.

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  • We are proud to be able to alleviate some of the financial pressure they may be experiencing," said Baker University President Lynne Murray.
  • The discount is offered to new students who register for a program for adult learners by June 1.
  • In 2008, Baker began offering its MBA courses online and now offers undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs online.
  • Baker offers undergraduate through doctoral programs.

Online Schools Report Publishes Ranking of Best Online General Studies Degrees for 2020

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020

EUGENE, Ore., Jan. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Online Schools Report has released their ranking of the Best Online General Education.

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  • EUGENE, Ore., Jan. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Online Schools Report has released their ranking of the Best Online General Education.
  • Based on the most up-to-date Department of Education data, these schools offer the best online general studies programs in the country.
  • However, according to the Department of Education's College Scorecard, graduates from the degrees on OSR's general education ranking had only $23,400 of debt on average.
  • OSR used six data points to determine the best general studies programs, including the above-mentioned average debt.

Online Schools Report Publishes Ranking of Best Online General Studies Degrees for 2020

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Tuesday, January 21, 2020

EUGENE, Ore., Jan. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Online Schools Report has released their ranking of the Best Online General Education.

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  • EUGENE, Ore., Jan. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Online Schools Report has released their ranking of the Best Online General Education.
  • Based on the most up-to-date Department of Education data, these schools offer the best online general studies programs in the country.
  • However, according to the Department of Education's College Scorecard, graduates from the degrees on OSR's general education ranking had only $23,400 of debt on average.
  • OSR used six data points to determine the best general studies programs, including the above-mentioned average debt.

Best Master's Programs Releases Ranking of the Top 25 Finance Master's Programs

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Thursday, December 26, 2019

DURHAM, N.C., Dec. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Best Master's Programs ( https://www.bestmastersprograms.org/ ), an online guide to the best master's degrees and careers, is pleased to share their 25 Best Master's in Finance Programs for 2020 at https://www.bestmastersprograms.org/best-online-finance-masters/

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  • DURHAM, N.C., Dec. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Best Master's Programs ( https://www.bestmastersprograms.org/ ), an online guide to the best master's degrees and careers, is pleased to share their 25 Best Master's in Finance Programs for 2020 at https://www.bestmastersprograms.org/best-online-finance-masters/
    For students who want to make money, finance is hands-down one of the top choices possible.
  • For business professionals who want to take the next step in their career, Best Master's Programs has ranked the 25 Best Master's in Finance.
  • Best Master's Programs used three criteria to determine the ranking:
    The top 3 Master's in Finance programs for 2020 are: (1) CSU Global, (2) Northeastern University, and (3) Georgetown University.
  • Best Master's Programs is an independent online guide to finding the best traditional and online master's degree programs.