TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: The Fafsa (Financial Aid Application) in 7 Easy Steps
The first step in the financial aid process is the "Free Application for Federal Student Aid" or "FAFSA". The FAFSA can seem like a very confusing application to complete, but this video lesson will take you through everything you need...
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: May Swenson
Photo and biography of the poet May Swenson, including a selected bibliography of some of her work.
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Thomson Learning: Peterson's Educational Portal
Register on this comprehensive site from Thomson Learning Inc. to obtain a huge amount of information on a variety of subjects related to preparing for, searching for, and getting admitted to college.
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Go College: The Collegiate Websource
GoCollege provides information about scholarships, financial age, student loans, and other resource information for attending the college of your choice.
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Midwestern Higher Education Compact
The MHEC serves students from several states. The program provides reduced out-of-state tuition rates at designated colleges.
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Colegio Guadalupe
Click on "Informacion General" and then "Descripcion . . Secundaria" to see the various degrees awarded by this high school in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
US Department of Education
Us Department of Education: Explore Financial Aid
This site from the US Department of Education provides this comprehensive government publication on grants, loans, and work-study programs. Each piece of information can be accessed by clicking on the corresponding link.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: How to Choose a College That's Right for You
Are you overwhelmed trying to decide what college is the best for you? NPR provides an effective article to aid those searching for the college that fits their needs.
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Psychology Today: Adolescence
Explore the journey from childhood towards adulthood from how to talk to teens to a look at mental health in high school. Learn about the many issues that accompany this coming of age.
Council for Economic Education
Econ Ed Link: You're Going to College
The students will explore the costs and the benefits of going to college. They participate in a three-part game designed to help them understand the decisions associated with attending college and the benefits available to college...
Council for Economic Education
Econ Ed Link: College: Where Am I Going to Go?
Students will use a PACED decision making grid to help them decide where they would like to attend college.
University of Georgia
University of Georgia: Integrated Pest Management Basics
Gives general info on Integrated Pest Management. Along with news, IPM contacts, publications, and related links. Also lists various subject areas to look into.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: The Cost of a College Education
The students will examine the cost of a college education.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Timeline: Exploring College Options
This infographic Khan Academy resource gives the reader a guideline to explore college options.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Timeline: Applying to College
This Khan Academy resource describes the process of applying to colleges.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Sample School Report and Transcript (For Homeschoolers)
This Khan Academy resource is an example of a homeschooler's school transcript.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Point of View: Up Heartbreak Hill: Factors in a Successful College Experience Lesson Plan
In this lesson from POV, students will watch four video clips that provide glimpses into the lives of two high school seniors who live in New Mexico on the Navajo reservation. They will then analyze a current issue that Native Americans...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Public Service Loan Forgiveness: A Path Out of Student Debt
If you're employed by the government or certain types of non-profits, you may qualify for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Learn more about what it takes to qualify and common pitfalls to avoid.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Sample Financial Aid Package
Take a look at some sample financial aid packages for students.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: What's Different About Applying to College as a Homeschooler?
This resource gives the reader and example of the process of applying to college as a homeschooler.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Transfer Timeline for Community College Students
Follow these steps to prepare for transfer, beginning in your first semester of college.
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Naacls: Lab Technician
This site from the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Services lists information on becoming a certified lab technician. There are several links to schools which offer programs, along with the certification information.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Soccer: Glossary of Terms and Definitions
Meaning of terms used in the sport of soccer. Position names described.