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Your Survival Guide to Online Proctored Exams

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Your laptop’s charged. Your notes are reviewed. You’re ready to take your exam. Until you realize there’s one more step: the proctor. Proctored exams are a standard part of online learning at the Âé¶¹Ò¹ÊÐ. While they might sound daunting, they’re really designed to...

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What to Expect from an Online RN to BSN Program

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Returning to school, whether it's been months or years, can feel daunting for working professionals. For many registered nurses, earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) online offers a practical way to advance their education while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. The...

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Make the Most of Your Advising Session

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Advising can be the key to graduating as soon as possible. Make sure you’re making the most of your advising session with these tips. Complete Orientation If you're just beginning your journey as an online student, our online student orientation offers resources, tips, and instructions specifically...

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How to Survive Grad School Online

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In December 2019, Michelle Hunt strode into the Cajundome clad in a black cap and gown, smiling as her family cheered from their seats. Within the hour, Michelle was holding her Master of Business Administration degree from the Âé¶¹Ò¹ÊÐ’s B.I. Moody III College of...

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10 Tips for Balancing Work and School

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Earning a degree online can be a great way to advance your career while maintaining a full-time job. The Âé¶¹Ò¹ÊÐ's online programs are great for those who don’t have the option of taking a hiatus, but even with that flexibility, obtaining an online degree while working...

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How to Become an Instructional Coach

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Are you passionate about learning and interested in mentoring other educators? Instructional coaching could be the right path for you. As an instructional coach, you could: Analyze teacher performance and student test scores. Present improvement strategies to school boards and administrators. Review...

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Great Apps for Online Students

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Taking an online course — or enrolling in an online degree program — requires a lot of self-motivation and time management to complete assignments and tasks, meet deadlines, and plan for exams. Enlist the help of desktop and phone apps to get organized, connect with other students, and stay focused...

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Time Management Strategies to Thrive Online

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Update: As of December 2019, Jami Rush is Dr. Jami Rush upon completion of the Doctorate in Ed. Leadership program. Congrats, Dr. Rush! Online students have a lot on their plates. Many juggle work, family, and social lives on top of school. Jami Rush knows the balancing act well. Beyond her roles as...

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Financial Aid Tips for Online Students

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Going back to school online offers many benefits, but is there financial aid available for online learning? Yes! Although several years ago it would have been harder to qualify for financial assistance for your online classes, the same opportunities exist today for online and classroom learning...

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A closer look at learning online at Âé¶¹Ò¹ÊÐ

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Online learning has opened the doors of higher education to students from all walks of life, but it can still seem mysterious if you haven’t seen up close how it works. Online degree programs have become a preferred way for working adults to complete degrees and advance their careers. The University...

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