AIE — Adventures In Education

May 12, 2008 - The keys to a strong job interview First Impressions: Body language and attitude - Make sure your body language during a job interview projects a professional image. (Adventures In Education)

May 12, 2008 - The practice interview Before you attend a job fair or go to an interview, remember to practice. (Adventures In Education)

May 5, 2008 - Writing a resume When going to a job fair or interview, it is important to take a resume with you. This will show the potential employer that you are serious about the position and have initiative. (Adventures In Education)

May 5, 2008 - What will you be asked? What kinds of questions should you expect to be asked during an interview? How should you respond? (Adventures In Education)

Apr 28, 2008 - Get the money to get you through college - it's worth it! Continuing your education past high school is one of the biggest challenges you will face in your life. For many, finding a way to finance the journey is the first, and most difficult, challenge. (Adventures In Education)

Apr 28, 2008 - Find your next job at a job fair Looking for a summer job? You might be able to find one at the next job fair. As a high school student visiting a job fair for the first time, there are simple guidelines to follow to make the most of your visit. (Adventures In Education)

Apr 21, 2008 - How to succeed with year-end studying While school is almost over for the year, most students still have final exams to take. If you have kept up with your studies throughout the year, you should have already learned the material. What remains to be done now is to review your coursework and brush up on any items you may have forgotten or are unclear about. (Adventures In Education)

Apr 21, 2008 - Homework help online Need help with your homework? There are many Web sites that provide useful information that can help. (Adventures In Education)

Apr 14, 2008 - Making use of helpful study techniques When you read your textbook, take advantage of the organization. Read the table of contents for your assignment first, then read the introduction and conclusion. Next, read the core assignment, paying attention to sidebars, items in bold, and other items. Go over the review questions at the end of each section. (Adventures In Education)

Apr 14, 2008 - 10 tips for taking tests Read the AIE top 10 list for effective test taking techniques. (Adventures In Education)

Apr 7, 2008 - Learning and meeting your teachers' expectations One of the easiest ways to improve your grades is to follow some basic steps to determine your teachers' expectations. Follow these closely, and you'll be well on your way. (Adventures In Education)

Apr 7, 2008 - Challenge yourself with cool courses Now is the time to reach above and beyond. Regardless of your plans beyond high school, you should commit yourself to take one of the advanced or more challenging tracks your high school offers to meet graduation requirements. (Adventures In Education)

Mar 31, 2008 - Study habits Although studying can be a challenge, it must be done if you want to achieve academic success. Studying improves your grades, makes attending class more pleasant, and can even help you make new friends. (Adventures In Education)

Mar 31, 2008 - All about tests The PSAT, SAT, ACT - keeping up with all these tests takes time. But you can simplify things, if you follow these easy steps: (Adventures In Education)

Mar 10, 2008 - Leadership and college admissions. When you're looking for activities to get involved in, find ones that interest you. (Adventures In Education)

Mar 3, 2008 - Get involved. Getting involved with school is a fun way for students to try new things, meet people, and get more out of their free time. (Adventures In Education)

Feb 25, 2008 - Smart volunteering. One way to get involved is to volunteer in your community. But how can you get started, and more importantly, why should you do it? (Adventures In Education)

Feb 18, 2008 - Excuses, excuses. Read through the top excuses that high school students have given for not continuing their education after high school. (Adventures In Education)

Feb 11, 2008 - Start planning for college. Where do you picture yourself after high school? (Adventures In Education)

Feb 4, 2008 - Who's your competition? Have you ever stopped to wonder who will be your competition for jobs once you enter the job market? (Adventures In Education)

Jan 28, 2008 - Types of financial aid. Although there is need-based financial aid that may not be available to the wealthiest students, the truth is that there are many forms of aid that are not determined by financial need at all. (Adventures In Education)

Jan 22, 2008 - Recording industry threatens to sue students. Natalie Miles, a legal studies student at UC Santa Cruz, is getting some unwelcome education in her major. Attorneys representing some of Hollywood's biggest companies say the 20-year-old illegally made 599 songs available for sharing on a popular online... (SF Gate)

Jan 21, 2008 - One Teen's Campaign To Restore Voting Rights. Sarah Boltuck's senior year at Walt Whitman High School in Bethesda was transformed by a rejection letter -- not from a college, but from the Montgomery County Board of Elections. (Washington Post)

Jan 21, 2008 - Ten steps to financial aid. Know Before You Go™ reveals the ten steps to applying for college financial aid. (Adventures In Education)

Jan 14, 2008 - Scholarship scams. There isn't a fool-proof method for determining scholarship scams, but some warning signs include guarantees of winning, implying that anyone is eligible, or pressure tactics. (Adventures In Education)

Jan 7, 2008 - What's a FAFSA? The FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, usually the first step in seeking financial aid for your higher education. (Adventures In Education)

Dec 31, 2007 - College: How much is it going to cost? Figuring out what college will cost depends on many things; every case is unique. However, it's possible to get an idea of what college may cost when your turn comes. (Adventures In Education)

Dec 10, 2007 - Five tips for volunteering. Volunteering will help you develop skills, gain work experience, develop knowledge of different career settings, create a network for job finding, discover your hidden strengths and talents, gain self-confidence, find references, and build a sense of independence. (Adventures In Education)

Dec 3, 2007 - Lend a helping hand. You've probably heard about the importance of helping others. Maybe you've even volunteered. But have you thought about how helping others helps you to improve yourself? (Adventures In Education)

Nov 26, 2007 - Develop a study plan. What's the easiest way to learn course content? Read the recommended text passages, attend class regularly, listen intently, and take your own notes. In addition, you might find it helpful to develop a study plan. (Adventures In Education)

Nov 19, 2007 - What's your learning style? The way in which you take in information, sort, retain, retrieve, and reproduce it depends a lot on your style of learning. (Adventures In Education)

Nov 12, 2007 - The basics of college entrance exams. Start getting prepared now to take your college entrance exams. (Adventures In Education)

Nov 5, 2007 - Creating a positive study environment. Making a special place where you can study on a daily basis can help you get your assigned work done faster. (Adventures In Education)

Oct 29, 2007 - How to spot scholarship scams. As you sort through the information you receive about scholarship programs, keep in mind that not every offer is as good as it seems. (Adventures In Education)

Oct 22, 2007 - How to increase your chances with scholarships. When it comes to scholarships, there are many things you can do to improve your chances. (Adventures In Education)

Oct 15, 2007 - Important definitions related to scholarships. As you apply for scholarships, you may find our list of scholarship-related terms helpful. (Adventures In Education)

Oct 8, 2007 - Finding scholarship sources: The obvious and the not so obvious. You know that you should apply for as many scholarships as you can to help finance your college education, but do you know how to find them? (Adventures In Education)

Oct 1, 2007 - Debunking myths: The truth about scholarships. You've probably heard a lot of different myths about scholarships. In this week's issue we discuss some common myths and some of the truths behind those myths. (Adventures In Education)

Sep 26, 2007 - Efforts to Create a Standard Early-Admissions Policy Run Into Trouble. When it comes to college admissions, how early is too early? (The New York Times)

Sep 24, 2007 - All about your college application: part 2. This week's edition features the second part of our college application tips. (Adventures In Education)

Sep 17, 2007 - All about your college application: part 1. This week's edition features the first part of our college application tips. (Adventures In Education)

Sep 10, 2007 - Writing effective essays. In this week's edition, we discuss the significant role that writing will play in the admissions process. (Adventures In Education)

Sep 3, 2007 - Basic parts of a college application. All college applications request the same types of basic information. This week we provide a quick rundown of what you may be expected to provide as you begin applying. (Adventures In Education)

Aug 27, 2007 - Understanding the college admissions process. You should understand the different types of college applications before you begin the process. (Adventures In Education)

Aug 20, 2007 - Getting experience. Learn how to increase the chances of getting a first job by expanding how you think about job experience. (Adventures In Education)

Aug 13, 2007 - Exploring your school options. Help in choosing a college is available from the Web and many other sources. (Adventures In Education)

Aug 13, 2007 - Exploring your school options. Help in choosing a college is available from the Web and many other sources. (Adventures In Education)

Aug 12, 2007 - Joanne Levy-Prewitt is an independent college admissions adviser who works with students throughout the Bay Area / COLLEGE BOUND / A weekly guide to higher education. Question: My daughter is a rising senior. She is bright, athletic and does volunteer work. She has A's in all her classes, very high SAT scores and will graduate high school with eight advanced-placement classes on her transcript. She will apply to small... (SF Gate)

Aug 11, 2007 - Students teach educators about schools. Teens research some of L.A.'s most troubled schools and report to the mayor's team. (Los Angeles Times)

Aug 6, 2007 - Exploring career interests. Some students don't know exactly where to start with exploring their career interests; in this issue we help make it easier. (Adventures In Education)

Aug 2, 2007 - Life Lessons. Using both hands, Darrius Dickerson clenched the sporty coupe's steering wheel as he accelerated into the tight turns at speeds higher than 40 mph. The novice driver couldn't speak, all his focus intent on keeping the Toyota Scion from crashing into traffic cones or spinning out on the soaked... (Washington Post)

Jul 30, 2007 - Learning about music. While you may already know a lot about your favorite type of music, it can be rewarding to expand your horizons and learn about styles you are not as familiar with. (Adventures In Education)

Jul 30, 2007 - Learning about music. High school students already know a lot about their favorite type of music, but it can be rewarding for them to expand their horizons and learn about styles they are not as familiar with. (Adventures In Education)

Jul 23, 2007 - Learning about history. If you are going on a vacation this summer, do a bit of research to learn about the history of the place you are visiting. (Adventures In Education)

Jul 16, 2007 - Learning about art. The visual arts can provide inspiration for just about anyone. (Adventures In Education)

Jul 16, 2007 - Viking ship attempts sea crossing. A replica Viking ship heads across the North Sea as it tries to recreate the voyages of early Norsemen. (BBC News)

Jul 15, 2007 - Give yourself a pop quiz on geography site. For the inner nerd in all of us, I discovered http://www.iliketolearn.com , a fun interactive site from a teacher that can help improve your geographical knowledge. (Los Angeles Times)

Jul 9, 2007 - Learning about science. Get some good ideas on how to improve your science knowledge this summer. (Adventures In Education)

Jul 2, 2007 - Gain a different perspective. By understanding where other people are coming from and stepping out of your comfort zone, you can begin to see things in a different light. (Adventures In Education)

Jun 26, 2007 - Artificial skin 'cuts scarring'. A prototype artificial skin which can be used to heal wounds has been developed by British researchers. (BBC News)

Jun 26, 2007 - Tropical giant penguin discovered. Scientists find the fossil of a giant penguin which lived 36 million years ago in the tropics of what is now Peru. (BBC News)

Jun 25, 2007 - Avoiding debt and saving for the future. As you gain financial independence, keep in mind that you are the only person who can keep an eye on your money. (Adventures In Education)

Jun 18, 2007 - Learning to increase income and decrease expenses. Look at ways to increase your income, decrease your expenses, and put your plans to work. (Adventures In Education)

Jun 12, 2007 - Scholars' hard work earns rewards. A trio of high school students in Paramount, near Downey, are recipients of Gates Millennium Scholarships. (Los Angeles Times)

Jun 11, 2007 - Private Loans Deepen a Crisis in Student Debt. As tuition has soared past the limits on federal aid, more students are relying on barely regulated private loans. (The New York Times)

Jun 11, 2007 - Spending smarts: Wants and needs. As you venture forward, more financial responsibilities will become yours to manage. (Adventures In Education)

Jun 4, 2007 - Income and expenses: A balancing act. Have you ever sat down to compare what you ''make'' with what you ''spend?'' (Adventures In Education)

Jun 4, 2007 - Income and expenses: A balancing act. Have your students ever sat down to compare what they ''make'' with what they ''spend?'' (Adventures In Education)

May 28, 2007 - A college representative on the importance of work experience. AIE chats with Brother Victor Monette, associate director for student financial services at St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas. (Adventures In Education)

May 21, 2007 - Beating summer boredom. Before things slow down too much, consider taking on some of the summer projects on our list. (Adventures In Education)

May 14, 2007 - First impressions. You've applied for the perfect job, and the organization calls to schedule an interview. Now what? (Adventures In Education)

May 7, 2007 - The high school student resume. A resume gives you the ability to sell yourself, to include and highlight the information that you want potential employers to focus on. (Adventures In Education)

Apr 30, 2007 - Find your next job at a job fair. Follow our simple guidelines to make the most of your job fair experience. (Adventures In Education)

Apr 30, 2007 - How'd You Do In School Today? At the beginning of this semester, Laura Iriarte Miguel switched anatomy classes. (Washington Post)

Apr 30, 2007 - Lone tortoise 'not last of kind'. A giant Galapagos tortoise, thought to be the last of its kind, is not so alone after all. (BBC News)

Apr 29, 2007 - Parenting: Young, Gifted, and Not Getting Into Harvard. It used to upset him that many kids he interviewed would not get into Harvard, but no longer. (The New York Times)

Apr 28, 2007 - A Day in the Life: Career Options in Library and Information Science. by Priscilla Shontz and Richard Murray - "Many people, not just those new to the field of Library and Information Science, are curious about their career options. The editors of LIScareer.com have assembled 95 authors, each of whom describes a "typical" workday or work routine, sharing joys, sorrows, and annoyances in refreshingly candid fashion..." (Peter Scott's Library Blog)

Apr 23, 2007 - Year-end study success As you begin your end-of-semester review, our checklist may come in handy. (Adventures In Education)

Apr 20, 2007 - 'Pipe organ' plays above the Sun. Immense coils of hot plasma on the atmosphere of the Sun behave like a musical instrument, scientists say. (BBC News)

Apr 19, 2007 - Tiny fossils reveal ice history. Microscopic fossils discovered deep under the ocean floor reveal new details about Antarctica's warmer past. (BBC News)

Apr 17, 2007 - Persistence pays on high school exit exam. Nearly half who failed the high school test are back at the books, and pass rates are climbing. (Los Angeles Times)

Apr 16, 2007 - Making use of helpful study techniques. Get ahead with these study time tips and tricks. (Adventures In Education)

Apr 9, 2007 - Figuring out your teachers' expectations. One of the easiest ways to improve your grades is to follow some basic steps to determine your teachers' expectations. (Adventures In Education)

Apr 2, 2007 - My space, my time: How to study. Although studying can be a challenge, it must be done if you want to achieve academic success. (Adventures In Education)

Mar 27, 2007 - Ticket to UCLA rides on bigger picture. A rare peek into the new 'holistic' admissions process shows that personal factors are no longer reviewed separately from academics. (Los Angeles Times)

Mar 26, 2007 - Explore your interests. With the end of the school year fast approaching, now is the time to start searching for a summer job that will give you a taste of the working world. (Adventures In Education)

Mar 19, 2007 - Leadership and college admissions. Activities that give you the chance to take on leadership roles can show the admissions counselors at the colleges you're applying to that you're a top candidate. (Adventures In Education)

Mar 12, 2007 - Service to America. With time off from classes, spring break is an ideal time to contribute service to the community. (Adventures In Education)

Mar 6, 2007 - Baltimore Students Join JROTC to Improve Lives. Some students trying to improve their lives at Northwestern High School in Baltimore are turning to the military. They're joining the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps, to learn discipline and hard work at a school that struggles with high absenteeism and low test scores. (NPR)

Mar 5, 2007 - Smart volunteering. One way to get involved is to volunteer in your community. But how can you get started, and more importantly, why should you do it? (Adventures In Education)

Mar 5, 2007 - Student wins trip to Africa in contest. Saratoga middle-school student Jocelyn Takahashi entered a National Geographic Kids magazine contest in November because it was a fun way to earn bonus points for science class. (MercuryNews.com)

Feb 26, 2007 - Get involved. Getting involved with school is a fun way for students to try new things, meet people, and get more out of their free time. (Adventures In Education)

Feb 19, 2007 - Excuses, excuses. Read through the top excuses that high school students have given for not continuing their education after high school. (Adventures In Education)

Feb 12, 2007 - Start planning for college. Where do you picture yourself after high school? (Adventures In Education)

Feb 7, 2007 - Study looks at longer day for public schools. There are many approaches to improving education in urban districts. But maybe students just need to spend more time in school? A new study examines the trend toward extending the public-school day. (NPR)

Feb 5, 2007 - Who's your competition? Have you ever stopped to wonder who will be your competition for jobs once you enter the job market? (Adventures In Education)

Jan 29, 2007 - Pushing back at bullying. An anti-bias program provides a forum for teenagers where voices are heard and tears and apologies flow. (The New York Times)

Jan 28, 2007 - Forget Yale — Go State. College sophomore Carli McGoff could have attended the University of Maryland directly from high school, but she opted instead to attend Montgomery College on a merit scholarship for two years and live at home. (Washington Post)

Jan 22, 2007 - Ten steps to financial aid. Know Before You Go™ reveals the ten steps to applying for college financial aid. (Adventures In Education)

Jan 15, 2007 - Scholarship scams. There isn't a fool-proof method for determining scholarship scams, but some warning signs include guarantees of winning, implying that anyone is eligible, or pressure tactics. (Adventures In Education)

Jan 14, 2007 - Students' federal aid gets boost. Students who will be attending college in 2007-08 should start filling out the federal government's financial aid form, even if they filled it out last year and were denied assistance. (SF Gate)

Jan 11, 2007 - Apply now for financial aid for 2007-08 academic year. As the season for college students to apply for financial aid gets under way, Secretary Spellings encouraged all students to file for a share of the more than $80 billion in federal grants, loans and work-study assistance to help pay for postsecondary education. (U.S. Department of Education)

Jan 8, 2007 - What's a FAFSA? The FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, usually the first step in seeking financial aid for your higher education. (Adventures In Education)

Jan 7, 2007 - COLLEGE BOUND / A weekly guide to higher education. Now that the rush of college applications and essays for high school seniors has ended, the focus of college preparation is on juniors, and that means attention from college admissions offices. In coming months, juniors are very likely to be inundated... (SF Gate)

Jan 6, 2007 - SAT: Why memorize what you can rock? There's a new way to study for the SATs. Rather than a cursory glance at a vocabulary list, this study guide sets words to music and also offers humorous definitions. (NPR)

Jan 2, 2007 - On the Web, ''Dear Diary'' becomes ''Dear World.'' Emily Butler used to keep a pen-and-paper diary. But after her mother found it, the Arlington teenager started pouring out her feelings online. (Washington Post)

Jan 1, 2007 - Video resumes are taking off. Job seekers who may be long on enthusiasm but short on experience can use this technique to get an edge on the competition. (CollegeJournal)

Jan 1, 2007 - College: How much is it going to cost? Figuring out what college will cost depends on many things; every case is unique. However, it's possible for students to get an idea of what college may cost when their turn comes. (Adventures In Education)

Dec 29, 2006 - Students praise above-and-beyond teachers. Three students at Curie High School in Chicago share stories of the teachers who mentor them after school. (NPR)

Dec 18, 2006 - Happy Holidays from AIE. As you finish up your exams, we hope you'll take time to take a break and enjoy the holiday season. (Adventures In Education)

Dec 15, 2006 - Students invited to aid Katrina recovery. In the 1930s, the government put more than 4 million people to work in two months through the Civil Works Project, a bold step to relieve America's record unemployment and poverty during the Great Depression. (MercuryNews.com)

Dec 14, 2006 - A boost in high school courses at college level. Kay Barcus has more experience with Advanced Placement, and its alternatives, than most parents in Prince William County. Her two older children took introductory courses in college at about the same time her two younger children were taking AP courses, supposedly the equivalent of the same college... (Washington Post)

Dec 11, 2006 - Five tips for volunteering. Volunteering will help you develop skills, gain work experience, develop knowledge of different career settings, create a network for job finding, discover hidden strengths and talents, gain self-confidence, find references, and build a sense of independence. (Adventures In Education)

Dec 4, 2006 - Lend a helping hand. Students have probably heard about the importance of helping others. They may have even volunteered. But have they thought about how helping others helps them to improve themselves? (Adventures In Education)

Nov 28, 2006 - Sharpen your aim when job hunting online. Learn better ways to conduct your search in a roundup of tools and tips for finding work on the Web. (CollegeJournal)

Nov 27, 2006 - Develop a study plan. What's the easiest way to learn course content? Read the recommended text passages, attend class regularly, listen intently, and take your own notes. In addition, you might find it helpful to develop a study plan. (Adventures In Education)

Nov 20, 2006 - What's your learning style? The way in which you take in information, sort, retain, retrieve, and reproduce it depends a lot on your style of learning. (Adventures In Education)

Nov 16, 2006 - DNA study of neanderthal similar to modern-day people. So you think your boss is a Neanderthal? Genetically speaking, you're not far off. A first-ever analysis of a fossilized piece of leg bone from a middle-aged Neanderthal who died in a cave about 38,000 years ago shows DNA that is 99.5 to 99.9 percent genetically similar to modern-day people, or Homo sapiens. (MercuryNews.com)

Nov 16, 2006 - More firms move into 'Second Life'. Businesses are using virtual communities as internal communications devices, and to stay in touch with the fast-changing digital landscape. (CollegeJournal)

Nov 13, 2006 - The basics of college entrance exams. Start getting prepared now to take your college entrance exams. (Adventures In Education)

Nov 6, 2006 - Creating a positive study environment. Making a special place where you can study on a daily basis can help you get your assigned work done faster. (Adventures In Education)

Nov 1, 2006 - Schools emphasize writing, even in math class. More high schools around the country are emphasizing the need for all students to be good writers. In Indianapolis, some math teachers are even integrating lessons about writing into their teaching. (NPR)

Oct 23, 2006 - How to increase your chances with scholarships. When it comes to scholarships, there are many things students can do to improve their chances. (Adventures In Education)

Oct 19, 2006 - Three ways camp jobs can benefit a career. Think a summer-camp job won't prepare your for success in a corporate job? Think again. (CollegeJournal)

Oct 18, 2006 - Recommended reading: Breaking the glass ceiling. Learn which books a leader of a female executives group would suggest to women seeking to advance in management. (CareerJournal)

Oct 16, 2006 - Important definitions related to scholarships. As students apply for scholarships, they may find our list of scholarship-related terms helpful. (Adventures In Education)

Oct 9, 2006 - Finding scholarship sources: The obvious and the not so obvious. You know that you should apply for as many scholarships as you can to help finance your college education, but do you know how to find them? (Adventures In Education)

Oct 3, 2006 - Pursuing a career in public relations. What you can expect if you're looking for a job in public relations. (CareerJournal)

Oct 2, 2006 - Debunking myths: The truth about scholarships. You've probably heard a lot of different myths about scholarships. In this week's issue we discuss some common myths and some of the truths behind those myths. (Adventures In Education)

Sep 25, 2006 - All about your college application: part 2. This week's edition features the second part of our college application tips. (Adventures In Education)

Sep 25, 2006 - University of Michigan comes out on top again. How the Ross School of Business regained its No. 1 spot in the National ranking. (CollegeJournal)

Sep 23, 2006 - Japan launches Sun 'microscope'. Japan launches a spacecraft to study solar flares, huge explosions in the Sun's atmosphere. (BBC News)

Sep 18, 2006 - All about your college application: part 1. This week's edition features the first part of our college application tips. (Adventures In Education)

Sep 14, 2006 - Advanced placement isn't the only road to college success. Dear Extra Credit: Your overzealous attachment to AP leads you astray statistically sometimes. (Washington Post)

Sep 13, 2006 - Harvard to drop early admissions. Harvard College announced yesterday that it will end its early-admissions program, saying it wants to minimize what has become a high-pressure process for some high-schoolers. (Washington Post)

Sep 11, 2006 - Writing effective essays. In this week's edition, we discuss the significant role that writing will play in the admissions process. (Adventures In Education)

Sep 10, 2006 - Fun perks but lots to do for seniors. Annandale High School senior Brandon Healy shook his head as he wrote the to-do list for the homecoming week bonfire: Call the fire department, get the wood. The list was growing, the homework was piling up, he needed to sign up for the SAT — and it was only the first week of school. (Washington Post)

Sep 8, 2006 - Saying it ''messed up,'' Facebook modifies controversial feature. Facebook, a popular Web-based hangout for students, revamped its site last night to let users disable or modify a new feature that had touched off protests from hundreds of thousands of members. (Washington Post)

Sep 7, 2006 - Earth-like planets may be common. Earth-like planets orbiting other stars may be far more common than had once been thought, a study suggests. (BBC News)

Sep 4, 2006 - Basic parts of a college application. All college applications request the same types of basic information. This week we provide a quick rundown of what you may be expected to provide as you begin applying. (Adventures In Education)

Aug 28, 2006 - Understanding the college admissions process. You should understand the different types of application before you begin the process. (Adventures In Education)

Aug 28, 2006 - Old schoolhouse rocks. The Smithsonian's re-creation of a one-room school from the 19th century is the surprise hit of the season with children. (Los Angeles Times)

Aug 28, 2006 - College admissions mania: can't we all just chill out? Rory didn't get into Yale. Neither did Thomas. Gina did, though, and together their tales of rejection or triumph offer a lesson of considerable social significance - even if one of these students is a fictional character in a raunchy summer movie. (Los Angeles Times)

Aug 28, 2006 - Hoping to overtake its rivals, Yahoo stocks up on academics. industries (CareerJournal)

Aug 21, 2006 - Getting experience. Learn how to increase the chances of getting a first job by expanding how you think about job experience. (Adventures In Education)

Aug 21, 2006 - Students find their summer all booked up. Aiming to stoke a passion for the written word, schools are issuing mandatory reading lists. (Los Angeles Times)

Aug 21, 2006 - America's best colleges 2007 Find out which schools are No. 1 in this year's college rankings. (U.S. News & World Report)

Aug 20, 2006 - College rankings could use an upgrade. As prospective college students begin their search for the perfect school, U.S. News and World Report has released its annual ranking of American universities. Michael McPherson, a former president at Macalester College in St. Paul, Minn., suggests ways to make the rankings more useful to school administrators, parents and students. (NPR)

Aug 19, 2006 - Two-year schools add four-year options. Jesse Sandow always hoped he'd graduate from college with a four-year degree, but life kept getting in the way. Then, just as his long-held dream seemed in danger of fading, he found an unlikely savior: his community college. (MercuryNews.com)

Aug 15, 2006 - Wired, aglow and ready for class. The latest in wearable technology comes with built-in cellphone microphones and remote iPod controls. It is outfitted with electroluminescent piping, originally designed for military use. It might even have solar energy panels. (Washington Post)

Aug 15, 2006 - Younger siblings 'more amusing'. Children with older brothers and sisters find it easier to make people laugh, a survey suggests. (BBC News)

Aug 14, 2006 - Exploring your school options. Help in choosing a college is available from the Web and many other sources. (AIEmail)

Aug 7, 2006 - Exploring career interests. When it comes to exploring careers interests, some students don't know where to start. In this issue we'll help make it easier. (AIEmail)

Aug 3, 2006 - Physical therapist works hands-on with patients. Solving people's pain problems and bodily issues can be rewarding for professionals in this career, but burnout is a concern. (CollegeJournal)

Jul 31, 2006 - Learning about music. You already know a lot about your favorite type of music; however, it's important to expand your horizons and learn about styles you are not so familiar with. (AIEmail)

Jul 27, 2006 - Careers considered the most prestigious. Americans hold these professions with the highest regard, according to a Harris Interactive poll. (CollegeJournal)

Jul 24, 2006 - Learning about history. Students taking a summer vacation can do a bit of research to learn about the history of the place they are visiting. (AIEmail)

Jul 17, 2006 - Learning about art. The visual arts can provide inspiration for just about anyone. (AIEmail)

Jul 12, 2006 - Leap forward for 'flying' spiders. Scientists shed new light on how spiders can travel epic distances by dangling on strands of floating silk. (BBC News)

Jul 11, 2006 - 2006 best careers: The results are in. Forget baseball player, investment banker or movie star. Here are eight great careers for people seeking intellectual stimulation, autonomy and some job security, too. (CareerJournal)

Jul 10, 2006 - Learning about science. Student can get some good ideas on how to improve their science knowledge this summer. (AIEmail)

Jul 10, 2006 - The new gender divide: Small colleges, short of men, embrace football. Colleges eager to attract men to increasingly female campuses have found that football teams can be a lure. (The New York Times)

Jul 10, 2006 - Man who died at 30 inspires legacy of learning. When Anuj Mohan was a boy, his parents — who both hold doctorates — told him he needed a good education if he wanted to make a difference in the world. (MercuryNews.com)

Jul 10, 2006 - Snail venom painkiller launched. A drug that harnesses the power of deadly sea snail venom has been launched in Britain. (BBC News)

Jul 9, 2006 - Long haul to acceptance. Seventeen years ago Sharon Hanley arrived at the U.S. Naval Academy and made history as one of the first female undergraduates. (Washington Post)

Jul 8, 2006 - Event tailors college prep advice to hispanic teenagers. Wilberg Rivera raised his hand again and again. Do you have to be poor to qualify for grants, he asked, and is it true that you won't get docked points if your facts are wrong in your SAT writing sample? Where, he wanted to know, is Haverford College? (Washington Post)

Jul 9, 2006 - It's a top-grade achievement. Many graduates of charter high school never thought they'd receive their diplomas. (Los Angeles Times)

Jul 3, 2006 - Gain a different perspective. By understanding where other people are coming from and stepping out of their comfort zone, students can begin to see things in a different light. (AIEmail)

Jun 29, 2006 - Days in the lives of summer associates. WSJ.com asked four law students working at law firms to share their experiences. Here are snapshots from the '2006 Summer Associate Diary.' (CollegeJournal)

Jun 27, 2006 - Last chance for China's dolphin. A rescue plan is developed for the Yangtze River dolphin, probably the world's most endangered mammal. (BBC News)

Jun 26, 2006 - Morehouse College to get MLK collection. Nearly a week before its scheduled auction at Sotheby's auction house, the collected personal correspondence of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. was bought by a group of investors and philanthropic leaders to be given to King's alma mater, Morehouse College. (NPR)

Jun 26, 2006 - Avoiding debt and saving for the future. As you gain financial independence, keep in mind that you are the only person who can keep an eye on your money. (AIEmail)

Jun 19, 2006 - Learning to increase income and decrease expenses. Look at ways to increase your income, decrease your expenses, and put your plans to work. (AIEmail)

Jun 19, 2006 - Real degrees through cyberspace. Arizona universities are responding to skyrocketing demand for online diplomas by offering more degrees to students as far away as China, who want the convenience of learning from home. (azcentral.com)

Jun 12, 2006 - Spending smarts: Wants and needs. As you venture forward, more financial responsibilities will become yours to manage. (AIEmail)

Jun 7, 2006 - Friends, family often serve as career consultants. How three professionals turn to personal confidantes for counsel on work-related matters -- and avoid the potential pitfalls such dual roles can pose. (CareerJournal)

Jun 7, 2006 - Mini-dinosaurs emerge from quarry. Scientists describe a new species of dwarf dinosaur that was unearthed in a quarry in northern Germany. (BBC News)

Jun 6, 2006 - A helping hand for higher education. Many college students need to combine a job with student loans just to finance their education. Scholarships are available, however -- commentator Amy Alexander, an author and media critic, talks about one scholarship in particular that rewards young black students who celebrate their past while overcoming hardships. (NPR)

Jun 6, 2006 - A helping hand for higher education. Many college students need to combine a job with student loans just to finance their education. Scholarships are available, however -- commentator Amy Alexander, an author and media critic, talks about one scholarship in particular that rewards young black students who celebrate their past while overcoming hardships. (NPR)

Jun 6, 2006 - First images from CloudSat have scientists sky high. The first images from NASA's new CloudSat satellite are already revealing never-before-seen 3-D details about clouds. (NASA)

Jun 5, 2006 - Income and expenses: A balancing act. Have you ever sat down to compare what you ''make'' with what you ''spend?'' (AIEmail)

May 29, 2006 - A college representative on the importance of work experience. AIE chats with Brother Victor Monette, associate director for student financial services at St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas. (AIEmail)

May 25, 2006 - Test shows drop in science achievement for 12th graders. Scores rose among fourth graders and held steady among eighth graders, but the drop among high school seniors is likely to raise anxiety about America's academic competitiveness. (The New York Times)

May 24, 2006 - In search of standouts who may not stand out enough. The nonprofit Posse Foundation looks for students nationwide as likely to excel at a selective college, but also as likely to be overlooked by admissions officials. (The New York Times)

May 22, 2006 - Beating summer boredom. Before things slow down too much, consider taking on some of the summer projects on our list. (AIEmail)

May 16, 2006 - Senior hiring improves in surprising industries. These are heady days for recruiters as companies are spending more on hunting for talent, Marshall Loeb writes. (CareerJournal)

May 15, 2006 - First impressions. You've applied for the perfect job, and the organization calls to schedule an interview. Now what? (AIEmail)

May 12, 2006 - Summer jobs are easier to find this year. Career prospects for students are looking brighter this year, as the nation's economy picks up steam. (CollegeJournal)

May 10, 2006 - Two setbacks for exit exams taken by high school seniors. A judge said that he was inclined to ban tests as a graduation requirement in California, and a Massachusetts school board voted to issue diplomas to students who had failed. (The New York Times)

May 10, 2006 - Los Angeles school struggles to leave violence behind. Last year, Jefferson High School in Los Angeles got national attention for brawls and fights that occurred during school. It raised questions about the ability of students to learn in an environment where they don't feel safe. Jefferson High has been struggling to re-invent itself since then. (NPR)

May 10, 2006 - Interns: young, eager, and cheap. Small businesses say recruiting at campus career centers is well worth the price. (CollegeJournal)

May 10, 2006 - Hottest job market in years for '06 grads. Newly minted grads like business major Nyssa Packard can basically pick their employer and bargain for higher salaries as well as signing bonuses. She's headed for a global market-research firm. (azcentral.com)

May 8, 2006 - The high school student resume. A resume gives you the ability to sell yourself, to include and highlight the information that you want the potential employer to focus on. (AIEmail)

May 1, 2006 - Colleges pressure students to say ''Yes.'' Universities are bending over backward to woo accepted applicants. (CollegeJournal)

May 1, 2006 - Find your next job at a job fair. Follow our simple guidelines to make the most of your job fair experience. (AIEmail)

Apr 24, 2006 - Year-end study success. As you begin your end-of-semester review, our checklist may come in handy. (AIEmail)

Apr 17, 2006 - Making use of helpful study techniques. Get ahead with these study time tips and tricks. (AIEmail)

Apr 12, 2006 - Avoiding worry over a family job. Perri Capell on whether helping run the family business will hurt your chances in the job market. (CollegeJournal)

Apr 11, 2006 - More B-schools add sales courses. Selling is finally getting its due at top programs. (CollegeJournal)

Apr 10, 2006 - Top colleges reject record numbers. Admission officials say they are accepting an unusually low percentage of applicants, concluding a brutal admission season. (CollegeJournal)

Apr 10, 2006 - Figuring out your teachers' expectations. One of the easiest ways to improve your grades is to follow some basic steps to determine your teachers' expectations. (AIEmail)

Apr 9, 2006 - How much should parents help on college applications? If you have a high school senior in your house, he or she may be haunting the mailbox right now, waiting for college acceptance letters to arrive. It's the time of year when the college admissions ordeal reaches its climax. (NPR)

Apr 4, 2006 - Hands-on program adds up for Arizona math students. About 13,000 students across Arizona are using hands-on materials to learn math. (azcentral.com)

Apr 3, 2006 - My space, my time: How to study. Although studying can be a challenge, it must be done if you want to achieve academic success. (AIEmail)

Mar 27, 2006 - Explore your interests. With the end of the school year fast approaching, now is the time to start searching for a summer job that will give you a taste of the working world. (AIEmail)

Mar 27, 2006 - Students with grit and courage are awarded Times scholarships. Nineteen New York City high school seniors will receive college scholarships of up to $30,000 from The New York Times. (The New York Times)

Mar 27, 2006 - Helping dropouts break the cycle of poverty. If you come from a poor family, you are more likely to drop out of high school. And if you drop out and stay out of high school, you are more likely to be poor. In Portland, Ore., one program is designed to break this cycle. (NPR)

Mar 26, 2006 - Colleges say SAT mistakes may affect scholarships. The biggest effect of the mistakes made by the College Board in scoring the SAT will be on eligibility for scholarships, not on admissions decisions. (The New York Times)

Mar 26, 2006 - Florida bill asks high schoolers to declare major. The bill would make the state the first to require high school students to declare a major, just as college students do. (The New York Times)

Mar 25, 2006 - Probe returns first Mars pictures. Scientists study the first pictures of the surface of the Red Planet taken by the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. (BBC News)

Mar 22, 2006 - Eagle-eyed employers scour resumes for little white lies. The temptation to spice up credentials looms large. But employers don't look kindly on candidates who fib. (CareerJournal)

Mar 22, 2006 - A reading list for future CEOs. An executive shares her picks for those aiming for the corner office. (CollegeJournal)

Mar 20, 2006 - Leadership and college admissions. Activities that give you the chance to take on leadership roles can show the college admissions counselors at the colleges you're applying to that you're a top candidate. (AIEmail)

Mar 17, 2006 - Job prospects looking good for class of '06. Job prospects for the class of 2006 are expected to increase by 14.5 percent over last year, according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers. (azcentral.com)

Mar 16, 2006 - Book touts "colleges that change lives." For thousands of nervous parents, a popular college guide listing little-known, but highly-regarded, campuses has attracted a cult following. (NPR)