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TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: The Fafsa (Financial Aid Application) in 7 Easy Steps

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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Academy of American Poets

Poets.org: May Swenson

For Students 9th - 10th
Photo and biography of the poet May Swenson, including a selected bibliography of some of her work.
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Other

Thomson Learning: Peterson's Educational Portal

For Students 9th - 10th
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

For Students 9th - 10th
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

For Students 9th - 10th
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

For Students 9th - 10th
Click on "Informacion General" and then "Descripcion . . Secundaria" to see the various degrees awarded by this high school in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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US Department of Education

Us Department of Education: Explore Financial Aid

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: How to Choose a College That's Right for You

For Students 9th - 10th
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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Other

Psychology Today: Adolescence

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: You're Going to College

For Teachers 6th - 8th
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...
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: College: Where Am I Going to Go?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students will use a PACED decision making grid to help them decide where they would like to attend college.
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University of Georgia

University of Georgia: Integrated Pest Management Basics

For Students 9th - 10th
Gives general info on Integrated Pest Management. Along with news, IPM contacts, publications, and related links. Also lists various subject areas to look into.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: The Cost of a College Education

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The students will examine the cost of a college education.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Timeline: Exploring College Options

For Students 9th - 10th
This infographic Khan Academy resource gives the reader a guideline to explore college options.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Timeline: Applying to College

For Students 9th - 10th
This Khan Academy resource describes the process of applying to colleges.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Sample School Report and Transcript (For Homeschoolers)

For Students 9th - 10th
This Khan Academy resource is an example of a homeschooler's school transcript.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Point of View: Up Heartbreak Hill: Factors in a Successful College Experience Lesson Plan

For Teachers 9th - 10th
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...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Public Service Loan Forgiveness: A Path Out of Student Debt

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Sample Financial Aid Package

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a look at some sample financial aid packages for students.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: What's Different About Applying to College as a Homeschooler?

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource gives the reader and example of the process of applying to college as a homeschooler.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Transfer Timeline for Community College Students

For Students 9th - 10th
Follow these steps to prepare for transfer, beginning in your first semester of college.
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Other

Naacls: Lab Technician

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Other

Brown Chiropractic and Acupuncture

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides a list of conditions that acupuncture relieves.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Soccer: Glossary of Terms and Definitions

For Students 1st - 9th
Meaning of terms used in the sport of soccer. Position names described.