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"The More You Learn The More You Are"
Issue # 25 - September 5, 2001
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- What's New
- New Additions to World Wide Learn
- Course Contest!
What's New
- The newest category at World Wide Learn is:
New Additions to World Wide Learn
New in Accounting
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/accounting-courses.htm
ERI Distance Learning Center
The ERI Distance Learning Center provides an online resource for those wishing to advance their skills and knowledge in the area of compensation and benefits. ERI's Distance Learning Center provides convenient, internet based access to compensation and benefits education. Over 50 courses covering compensation and benefits topics offered in these subject areas:
- Legal Issues
- Salary Administration
- Foundation Courses
- Benefit Plans
- Global Market
CPE, MCLE, and CE credits are available. Courses are available to individuals & corporations.
Macroeconomics - Principles of Economics I
Professional Education Organization International offers Macroeconomics - Principles of Economics I, a free online course that covers essentials of macroeconomics presented as a study guide with review questions, quiz and a comprehensive test. A prerequisite for most college programs, this course is a review of fundamental concepts of macroeconomics. Together with Principles of Economics II, this represents the indispensable body of knowledge for anyone to undertake college education in general, and professional courses, in particular. The core of the course deals with fiscal policies applying to taxation and government spending, and monetary policy affecting investments and currency value. The emphasis is placed on periodic setbacks in economic prosperity and the choice of policy tools to deal with them.
New in Art Courses
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/art-courses.htm
How to Combine Photography & Painting
"How to combine photography & painting" is a course in six parts delivered to you via email. Lessons incorporate images, and begin with the very basics of combining photography and painting. A compact camera is all that is required together with materials - paints, photographic paper etc. There is no expensive equipment involved. Taught by Kathleen Notman, an artist with the philosophy that emotions have shapes and colors. This course is aimed at teaching you new skills, and new ways of looking at the world.
Online Lessons in Sign Painting
Learn2PaintSigns.com offers a series of online visual art lessons and courses, designed to teach you the basic art of hand painted lettering. It will enable you to develop extraordinary hand and eye coordination, produce incredible sign and vehicle graphics and lots more. The lessons are led by Derek Nicholas, a Professional Sign painter since 1977. In this series of online lessons you will be instructed on how to create hand-painted lettering like the pros. You will learn the basic art of hand painted lettering, with on-screen video demonstrations of each technique, for a detailed view of how it is done. Visit the site for sample lessons and detailed descriptions of topics covered.
New in Business Courses
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/business-courses.htm
Financial Management Training Center
Financial Management Training Center offers fast free training in Business Finance. You'll find a series of short courses on various topics in business finance, such as managing cash flow, capital budgeting, financial forecasting, and strategic planning.
Course titles include:
- Evaluating Financial Performance
- Financial Planning & Forecasting
- Capital Budgeting Analysis
- Managing Cash Flow
- Strategic Planning
All courses are self-study. An interactive "exe" file version is available for CPE credits.
New in Business Degrees
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/business-degrees.htm
Keiser College
Keiser College offers the following online business degree programs:
- Associate of Arts Degree - Paralegal
- Associate of Arts Degree - eCommerce
- Associate of Arts Degree - Business Administration
Keiser College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
New in Environment Courses
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/environment.htm
Building Dynamic Models in Ecology and Environment
Building Dynamic Models in Ecology and Environment is an online graduate certificate offered by The Politechnic University of Catalonia in Spain. This program allows the student to acquire, in a time-efficient and uncomplicated manner, knowledge in the formation and construction of dynamic models that serve as the basis for the analysis of environmental impacts and the management of natural resources. The University offers internet-based courses to serve English-speaking students who are interested in taking courses from the Politechnic University of Catalonia.
New in Home Improvement
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/home-improvement.htm
Sheffield School of Interior Design
Sheffield School of Interior design offers an interactive distance learning program in interior design which utilizes a combination of lessons, audiotapes, and videotapes...plus Design Projects you mail to the school and personal conferences available by telephone, fax, mail, or e-mail. There are 30 lessons in all, including topics such as:
- Eye of the Designer
- Planning for People
- Drawing a Floorplan
- Window Treatments
- Color Schemes
- Harmony and Accessories
- Finished Presentation
You have 3 years in which to complete the course and you may start the course at any time. A Certificate of Completion is awarded when you successfully finish the course.
New in International Education
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/global-education.htm
The St.Petersburg School of Religion and Philosophy
The St. Petersburg School of Religion and Philosophy offers a "Russia as Civilization" distance education program. Courses in the program are:
- The Past, Present and Future of Russian Communist Thought
- The Concept of Sophia (wisdom) in Eastern Christian and Russian Culture
- Philosophical and Political Essays in the Modern History of Russia: Krushchev to Putin
- Prophecy in the History of Russian Philosophy and Culture
- Russian Icons as a Phenomenon of Eastern Culture
SRPh is an independent, non-Church, non-State, education and research institution founded in 1990 under the aegis of the St. Petersburg Association of Scientists and Scholars to promote religious and philosophical education in post-communist Russia.
New in Language Courses
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/language-courses.htm
EnglishStudent.com Online EFL Courses
EnglishStudent.com (UK) is an Internet English Language School specialising in teaching English over the Internet. Our "Learning By Doing" methods focus on teaching you real English as it is spoken and written by native speakers - quality lessons at a bargain price. You practise and improve your English from the comfort of your own home or office. All levels of courses taught and courses include testing and corrections. The English lessons examine such things as: Grammar; Reading; Writing; Listening; Business skills; Vocabulary Building; and Conversational English. At the site you can test your English and play some English language games.
PEAK English- the Online Interactive English school
PEAK English is a comprehensive online learning community for students and teachers of English around the world. At PEAK English you`ll find a rich supply of educational resources, including interactive online English courses, language games and activities, a popular culture magazine, an illustrated dictionary of American slang, chat rooms, message boards, and pen pal lists. Free membership entitles users to full use of a wide variety of educational tools and community features.
New in Medical Education
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/medical-education.htm
British Columbia Institute of Technology
The British Columbia Institute of Technology offers the following online programs in health sciences:
- Health Technology Management Advanced Specialty Certificate
- Health Information Systems Technology Advanced Specialty Certificate
- Clinical Research Advanced Specialty Certificate
online courses also available:
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging 1: Physical Principles
- Medical Imaging: Advanced Topics in Patient Care
- Nursing: Pharmacology
CII's Online Training Center
Children's Institute International Online Training Center offers continuing education credit courses for Child Psychologists and Child Welfare Professionals online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. These courses are self study and can be taken at your convenience. Earn your continuing education units anytime, anywhere. OTC online courses are for individuals or groups -- group rates available. Free preview videos to sample the online training courses. Children's Institute International Online Training Center courses are approved by several boards and associations.
Keiser College
Keiser College offers the following online degree programs:
- Associate of Science - Paramedic Science
- Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
- Associate of Arts - Health Services Administration
Keiser College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Self Study Program in Domestic Violence
Daniel Sonkin offers an online Self Study Program in Domestic Violence available for continuing education credit. Study the online text, take the exam online and receive 9 continuing education units, the correct answers to your test, an electronic version of the handbook and a Certification of Completion. Daniel Jay Sonkin, Ph.D. (MFT16644) is an approved provider of Continuing Education (CE) for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (MFT's) and Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW's) by the Board of Behavioral Sciences (PEC 1999) in California.
New in Music Courses
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/music-courses.htm
Crossroads-Guitar Lessons
Crossroads-Guitar offers 7 complete guitar courses online, from beginners to advanced including lead, slide, rhythm and classical. The courses use streaming video (full screen with a fast connection) online books with music notation and soundfiles, chat and one-on-one video conferencing with an instructor. The courses typically have from 20 to 28 individual lessons. The first two beginners lessons are free as a sample as well as introductory videos for each category. All courses are available 24/7 on demand for individual users and tuition includes unlimited access for life.
New in Personal Development
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/personal-development.htm
Coachville - Online Coach Training
CoachVille is an online coach training firm which provides e-learning and other resources to coaches or coaches-to-be. CoachVille's Coach Training Program includes over 400 hours of training, modules and demos of all types of coaching from all types of coaches with all types of clients. Training is based on real-client-situations and simulations, so you are prepared for what really happens during a real-world coaching calls. Training modules also include coaching principles and theory, coaching models, and basic, intermediate and advanced coaching skills training. Graduates of the CoachVille Coach Training Program can be awarded the Certified Coach designation by demonstrating coaching competency in 100 areas. Purchase of a Lifetime Membership gives you access to the Coach Training Program, as well as:
- Coaching Demos
- CyberSkills Training
- PowerPoint Presentations
- 100-step Practice Building Program
- Coaching Models
- Lifetime Membership in LifeVille
- Success Forms Book
More resources included; visit the site to sample courses and supporting materials.
New in Professional Development
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/professional-training.htm
Oracle Learning Network
Oracle Learning Network (OLN) is Oracle University's online education utility for customers, partners, and employees. The Professional Subscription is targeted to customers with advanced Oracle skills who want to continue life long learning of Oracle technology. Access is granted on a yearly subscription and get access to several hundred hours of content along 3 tracks -- DBA, Developer, and E-Business Suite. OLN Inside is 100% web-based, so you can learn anytime, from anywhere.
New in Safety Training
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/safety-training.htm
British Columbia Institute of Technology
The British Columbia Institute of Technology offers an online Joint Health and Safety Committee Training course. The course covers all the basics, including: WCB requirements for an effective health and safety program at your work site; duties and functions of the Joint Committee members and Worker Representatives within the OH&S program; workplace inspections and reports; Accident/Incident investigations and reports; and more. This course also fulfills the annual 8 hour occupational health and safety training entitlement given to committee members and worker representatives under Part 3, Division 4, Section 135 (1) of the Workers Compensation Act.
Environmental, Safety & Health WBT Courses
ESHconnect has over 40 web-based training courses available covering occupational safety & health training, human resource management, ergonomics, human resources, and business skills. Course titles include:
- Accident Investigation
- Electrical Safety
- Ergonomics for the Office
- Fire Extinguisher Safety
- Laboratory Safety
- Laser Safety
- Radiation Safety
Enrollment is ongoing with courses available 24/7. You can try a live or self-guided demonstration at the site.
Keiser College
Keiser College offers an online Associate of Science degree in Fire Science. The Fire Science program provides instruction in rescue, safety and salvage procedures, hazardous materials, fire behaviors and extinguishment. Campus visit for hands-on training required.
New in Web Design Courses
http://www.worldwidelearn.com/webdesign-courses.htm
The Web Design School
The Web Design School is an online web design school that teaches all of the skills you need to become a successful freelance web designer. The program offers self-study courses, resources. and forums with 24/7 access for members. Topics covered include: Design Basics; Graphic Design; Web Programming; Online Marketing; and Project Management. Tuition can be purchased as an annual subscription or you can choose to pay monthly.
Enter the Course Contest!
Meet the Course Sponsors:
Real Life Accounting for Non-Accountants
One lucky subscriber will win this course and learn the Basics for Non-Accountants in 20 Hours or Less. Real Life Accounting is an online, completely self-tutorial accounting course that is specifically designed for non-accountants. It teaches only the accounting you need, in plain english with no textbook or instructor required and is filled with useful business and tax tips. You'll receive a certificate of completion when you finish and ongoing support services are offered at the site.
[Special just for World Wide Learn readers - If you don't happen to win this prize but still want to take the course, just register for the course through the link above and you'll save $20 off the regular price!]
Live Online Classes
U4all.com
Two lucky subscribers will each win a $25.00 coupon redeemable for a live online class of their choice at U4all.com! U4all.com offers over 130 live online classes to choose from in a wide variety of topics including art, computers, internet, parenting, investing, fitness, health, languages, personal growth, professional development, sports, travel and much more.
A unique eLearning environment, U4all.com offers live virtual classrooms where you can participate in interactive courses over the web. Your teachers are subject matter experts from all over the world who offer knowledge, skills and experience on an unlimited range of topics. Try the Live Demonstration now to learn more. U4all.com
Sessions.edu
Have you ever wanted to learn web design or graphic design? Here's your chance to take a course in design for free! Sessions.edu, the first online school of design and new media, offers over 30 online courses in web design, graphic design and digital media.
Three lucky subscribers will each win one of the following introductory design courses:
- Design for Non-Designers
- Intro to Graphic Design
- Intro to Web Design
Sessions.edu has been rated as the best online school by an independent study conducted by The Open University in the UK and is nationally accredited with the Distance Education & Training Council in Washington DC. Click here to find out more about courses and certificate programs offered at Sessions.edu.
Here's How to Enter the Course Contest:
If you would like to be eligible to win one of these course prizes, simply send an email to:
CourseContest@worldwidelearn.com?subject=September_Contest
Include:
- your full name (first and last)
- email address
- which course you'd like to win (include a 2nd choice)
Cut-off for this month's contest will be the end of day Sunday, September 9, 2001, so get your entry in as soon as you read this newsletter.
Thanks and Good Luck!
Thanks for reading!
"Still Learning"
Angela Lovett
Publisher
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