GCFLearnFree.orgContributed by: Goodwill Community Foundation International Link: http://www.gcflearnfree.org/topics Click the title to vote The Goodwill Community Foundation offers free, great online learning on a wide range of basic and intermediate skills in Microsoft office applications, computer basics, Internet basics, social media and other self-sufficiency skills. |
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New User TutorialContributed by: The Library Network Link: http://tech.tln.lib.mi.us/tutor/ Click the title to vote A training designed for people that have never used a computer before, focuses on using the mouse and scrolling. |
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Net ConnectorsContributed by: One Economy Link: http://pic.tv/netconnectors/ Click the title to vote A non-profit organization that leverages the power of technology and connects underserved communities around the world to vital information that will improve their lives. |
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Healthfinder.govContributed by: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Link: http://www.healthfinder.gov/ Click the title to vote Contains resources on a wide range of health topics selected from over 1,600 government and non-profit organizations to bring the most reliable health information on the Internet. |
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Adult Learning ActivitiesContributed by: California Emerging Technology Fund (CETF) Link: http://www.cdlponline.org/ Click the title to vote California Distance Learning Project initiative to help expand learner access to adult basic education services in California. |
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Things to Know about Evaluating Medical Resources on the WebContributed by: National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine Link: http://nccam.nih.gov/health/webresources Click the title to vote This short guide contains questions to consider when searching for health information online. |
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Make a Career PlanContributed by: KnowHow2Go.org Link: http://www.knowhow2go.org/seniors_explore.php Click the title to vote A 10-step guide to creating a career plan through exploring interests. |
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Develop your College Scholarship StrategyContributed by: College Board Link: http://www.collegeboard.com/parents/pay/scholarshi... Click the title to vote This guide provides information on college scholarships. If you and your child decide to invest your time in a search for scholarships, it's important to have an organized system to find, apply for, and win scholarship money. It’s also best to start early. |
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Financial Aid WizardContributed by: U.S. Department of Education (ED) Link: http://studentaid2.ed.gov/getmoney/fin_aid_wizard/ Click the title to vote |
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College Affordability and Transparency CenterContributed by: U.S. Department of Education (ED) Link: http://collegecost.ed.gov/catc/ Click the title to vote An easy-to-use website that identifies the most reasonably-priced universities, as well as the institutions whose prices rise at the highest rates. |
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Financial Aid FAQsContributed by: College Board Link: http://www.collegeboard.com/student/pay/add-it-up/... Click the title to vote Answers to frequently asked questions regarding financial aid. |
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Adult Students--College Preparation ChecklistContributed by: U.S. Department of Education (ED) Link: http://studentaid.ed.gov/students/publications/che... Click the title to vote If you’ve never been to college, or started but never finished, this page is for you. Need to improve your skills or knowledge? Find a new career path? |
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Education PlannerContributed by: Education Planner Link: http://www.digitalliteracy.gov/education_planner.p... Click the title to vote Use these interactive self-assessments to discover what you're good at and where you may have room for improvement. Identify the things that interest you and get some ideas about careers to explore. |
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Questions About College LifeContributed by: U.S. Department of Education (ED) Link: http://www.college.gov/wps/portal/!ut/p/c5/04_SB8K... Click the title to vote Young people asked these questions about college life. The answers come from current college students. Browse by topic, view the question of the week or read them all |
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College Application FAQs for ParentsContributed by: College Board Link: http://www.collegeboard.com/parents/apply/college-... Click the title to vote Answers for parents to frequently asked questions regarding the college application process. |
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College Application ChecklistContributed by: College Board Link: http://www.collegeboard.com/student/apply/the-appl... Click the title to vote Use this checklist to stay on top of application requirements, tasks, and deadlines. |
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College NavigatorContributed by: U.S. Department of Education (ED) Link: http://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/ Click the title to vote Use the College Navigator to find a school that meets your needs. Web-based tool designed for choosing which college that decision much easier by providing students and their families with an easy-to-use website that identifies the most reasonably-priced universities, as well as the institutions whose prices rise at the highest rates. |
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Baby Boomers Keep Learning with Continuing Education ClassesContributed by: U.S. News and World Report Link: http://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/arti... Click the title to vote An article discussing obtaining an online education (e.g., program certificate, associate's or bachelor's degree) in order to advance or transition into a new career field. |
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Turn Education in to a New JobContributed by: U.S. News and World Report Link: http://www.usnews.com/education/articles/2010/04/1... Click the title to vote The education requirements necessary to advance in your current field or transition into a new career vary by field but often include getting a program certificate or an associate's or bachelor's degree. Most of these education requirements can be completed online, so you can keep your day job while preparing for your new one. |
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College MatchMakerContributed by: College Board Link: http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/adv_t... Click the title to vote Search by location, majors, cost, and more to find colleges that fit -- from a database of 3,800+ schools. |