7 Reasons You Should Earn Your Degree Online
Earning your degree online has become an increasingly popular option for many students. Going to college looks different than it has in the past and colleges are adapting to the shifting needs of students of all ages and backgrounds. If … Continue reading 7 Reasons You Should Earn Your Degree Online
Do I Stay or Do I Go? Why You Might Consider Transferring to a Different College
Going back to school is an exciting time in your life. You’re looking toward your future with better career prospects and higher earning potential. But what if you find yourself disappointed in the education or the experience you are getting … Continue reading Do I Stay or Do I Go? Why You Might Consider Transferring to a Different College
Is a Certificate Program Worth it?
Deciding whether or not to pursue a short-term certificate can be difficult, especially if you are trying to decide between a certificate program and a degree program. On the one hand, a short-term certificate can provide you with specific, in-demand … Continue reading Is a Certificate Program Worth it?
Investing in Yourself: How to Finance College Costs [Independently]
College can be a big, and sometimes intimidating, investment. On average in the United States, annual college tuition costs can range between $10,000 and $40,000 for four-year institutions. However, the investment is well worth it. It’s estimated that the average, … Continue reading Investing in Yourself: How to Finance College Costs [Independently]
How to Choose an Online RN-to-BSN Program
To become a Registered Nurse (RN), a student must earn a nursing degree from an accredited and state-approved nursing school. The nursing graduate must also pass the NCLEX-RN exam and adhere to all other state licensing requirements to practice. However, … Continue reading How to Choose an Online RN-to-BSN Program
“It’s All About Relationships”: Building Student-Faculty Relationships
How to Build Meaningful Relationships in Online Classrooms with Universal Design for Learning By Robert LeGary Jr. Director, Master of Education Program, Assistant Professor, Senior Teaching Fellow As the availability of online education continues to grow, there remains skepticism about … Continue reading “It’s All About Relationships”: Building Student-Faculty Relationships
Finding the Best College to Transfer to: A Guide for Transfer Students
Today, the most common reasons for transferring schools are rooted in a wrong selection or a desire to advance. Transfer students often cite that they chose the wrong school initially, or simply sought to change majors, attend a more respected institution, … Continue reading Finding the Best College to Transfer to: A Guide for Transfer Students
Goodwin University’s Advanced UDL Institute: How Five Senior Teaching Fellows Are Implementing UDL Principles
Robert LeGary Jr., Ed.D, Director, Master of Education program, and Diana LaRocco, Ed.D, Director of the Goodwin Institute for Learning Innovation, Dean, School of Applied Liberal Arts and Social Science Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an educational framework based … Continue reading Goodwin University’s Advanced UDL Institute: How Five Senior Teaching Fellows Are Implementing UDL Principles
Persevering to Pursue a Lifelong Passion for Nursing
PMHNP Student, Mother, and Frontline Worker Holly DeVylder Prepares to Graduate Despite Two Years of Unimaginable Personal Challenges No matter how prepared you are to continue your education, life often has other plans. Holly DeVylder, Goodwin University PMHNP student, knows … Continue reading Persevering to Pursue a Lifelong Passion for Nursing
What Does an Epidemiologist Do?
Epidemiologists are public health professionals that contribute to the well-being of communities and make an immense impact on the health of populations. If you are considering a career in epidemiology, you may be wondering, what exactly does an epidemiologist do? … Continue reading What Does an Epidemiologist Do?
Accounting vs. Business Administration Degree: Which is Right for You?
Business-minded students often have trouble deciding between an accounting and business degree. Both degree pathways offer versatile and valuable skillsets, as well as knowledge that is applicable across industries. And while the two occupational fields overlap in many ways, there … Continue reading Accounting vs. Business Administration Degree: Which is Right for You?
Top Reasons to Attend a Healthcare School in Connecticut
In 2022, Connecticut was ranked among the top three places for healthcare services in the nation by U.S. News. And, of the 4,500 hospitals ranked nationwide, Connecticut was named home to three of the best. It’s clear that Connecticut boasts … Continue reading Top Reasons to Attend a Healthcare School in Connecticut
Where Do Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) Work?
Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) are a type of advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who provide health care services to families, including patients from under one year old to those over one hundred! FNPs work in a multitude of environments. Their … Continue reading Where Do Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) Work?
Affordable Colleges in Connecticut
Whether you’re examining the most affordable colleges nationally, or researching affordable colleges in Connecticut, you are not alone. College tuition costs have been climbing in recent years, and prospective postsecondary students everywhere are seeking a more cost-effective education: One that … Continue reading Affordable Colleges in Connecticut
Choosing a Career Path: What is the Difference Between a License and a Professional Credential?
Choosing a career starts with understanding what’s required of you to reach that goal. During your search, it can be easy to confuse government licensing and private certification, as their requirements are notoriously tricky, and they vary in every state. … Continue reading Choosing a Career Path: What is the Difference Between a License and a Professional Credential?
What Can I Do with a Master’s Degree in Teacher Leadership?
It’s easy to assume that all teachers are leaders. Teachers command attention from students, review pupil performance, and tackle hard conversations with learners and their parents. However, while leadership skills are essential to the teaching job description, teacher leaders have … Continue reading What Can I Do with a Master’s Degree in Teacher Leadership?
What is a Different Master’s Degree in Education That You Can Pursue?
Whether you’re interested in the different master’s degrees in Education available, or searching for professional insights about different careers after graduation, it is important for you to know: Nationwide, schools need educational leaders, now more than ever before. No matter … Continue reading What is a Different Master’s Degree in Education That You Can Pursue?
Medical Coding Education and Employment Requirements
A medical code is an alpha-numeric “shorthand” for standard medical diagnoses, procedures, and services. Medical codes are used in billing and insurance claims to receive payment for healthcare services rendered. Graduates with a medical coding education, also known as medical … Continue reading Medical Coding Education and Employment Requirements