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I am looking for online or Distance Learning Tech Writing Courses. Can anyone recommend any?
I am looking for online or distance learning technical writer courses. I'm not interested in getting a degree--just three or four accredited courses that cover the basics of tech writing. I don't have time to attend regular classes, so I'm looking for courses that are online/distance learning. I'm already an English major and editor/writer. So I'm NOT looking for a basic writing course. I'm looking for courses specifically addressing technical writing as a career. My goal is to supple...

the University of Phoenix with encourage at UMass Lowell learning program
I am in a job where I must move every year or two and need an accredited University that will allow me to persue a B.S. in Network management or Information Technology. I currently hold A.A.S. degrees in Network management and Electronics Technology. UofP offers an ideal program, but is it respected by the industry or am I just paying a lot of money for a degree awarded for just sitting in class/ on-line?I cannot speak to the University of Phoenix but I would encourage you to t...

Online University of Maryland Online Vs U of Phoenix?
I'm looking for an entirely online BS program in MIS or CIS and I'm looking at UoP or UoM. Apparently University of Phoenix has been doing distance education longer and has a much more slick and streamlined program that is likely to go smoothly. U of Maryland is new to distance education and my have a clunky and experimental online education pilot program. Anyone have anything else to add? I will look at other schools, but I won't be interested in any programs like Regents Coll...

Do train-the-trainer courses only include the technical and/or business topics that the trainers will be teaching, or do they also include training-type skills?
reading back over several posts about combining documentation and training, I saw that several organizations use business people as trainers, putting them through train-the-trainer types of courses. Do train-the-trainer courses only include the technical and/or business topics that the trainers will be teaching, or do they also include training-type skills? If so, what skill sets do you attempt to include in those courses for the non-professional-trainers?Train the Trainer is intended to ...

Can anyone give me any advice on finding a "Train the Trainer" course in the UK.
Can anyone give me any advice on finding a "Train the Trainer" course in the UK. I have contacted Microsoft and MOUS and they can only give me names of organisations in the States.-Our company is running a ctt course in conjunction with corporate learning which is 2 days train the trainer , in Hull. The course is recognised by Oracle, Novelll, Lotus and indeed Microsoft . If you pass a test during the course Microsft count it for MCT and MOUS instructor. If anyones interested. -Having...

What gun training courses did you guys have as your first?
What gun training courses did you guys have as your first? Did you go to the police training course or did you prefer a private one?-NRA Personal Protection Class using "The Basics of Personal Protection, A Practical Handgun Handbook". Private class sponsored by our local recreation department in Mt. Lebanon, PA using the local police range. -The first actual, formal, gun-training course I had was the beta-test session of the AACFI MN carry permit training course, less than a year ago....

Jump Start with training course?
This developer, with 30+ years experience (Fortran, C), needs a jump-start in Java. Does anyone recommend a 1-2 day training course? Or do you just recommend hitting the bookstores and putting aside a week on my own?see http://mindprod.com/jgloss/gettingstarted.html Nothing will teach you faster than having a project you have your heart in. See http://mindprod.com/projects.html to get some ideas. I usually find training courses a waste of time. I can read slides far faster than someo...

Anybody have any opinions on where to get some good training in Stage Hypnosis
Anybody have any opinions on where to get some good training in Stage Hypnosis I see that Stage Hypnosis Center and J Royle seem to come out on top of the www searches. I spend a lot of time in both the UK and USA so both these are a possibility for me. However I dont seem to be able to find any ubiased reviews of these or any others. Anybody got any strong opinions on either of these or can offer any where else that offers good training.-I am not sufficiently familiar with either of tho...

I am looking for extension courses in petroleum geology related subjects,who can help me?
I am looking for extension courses, either correspondence, internet, video, seminar, etc., in petroleum geology related subjects, like petrophysics or reservoir modeling. Is anyone familiar with any institution that offers such courses?Check out our Petroleum Events Calendar at http://www.subtech.no/petreven.htm. Maybe you'll find something there.....

Studying Petroleum Engineering in Germany.Can anyone can give me some information?
I need some advice in regards to studying Petroleum Engineering in Germany. I did search for schools in germany through SPE ( Society of Petroleum Engineers ). I came across two (only!) viz TU Clausthal and TU Freiberg. TU Calusthal has an Anglo Saxon style undergraduate degree in PE ( Petroleum Engineering ) that lasts for 3 years. TU Freiberg however has a 5 years Diplom; I guess that is equvalent to a masters elsewhere in the world. I d request all those who have knowledge of the germ...

Does anyone know of a resource for instrument engineering training targeted specifically in the area of polymer manufacturing?
Does anyone know of a resource for instrument engineering training targeted specifically in the area of polymer manufacturing? I am working with an experienced mechanical project engineer, who would like to expand his knowledge base into the instrument field. ISA is of course a resource in general instrumentation, but I'd like training that is more focused into the polymer area. Any suggestions would be greatACT offers practice oriented training courses, not specifically for Polymers, ...

Lucas Oil Products? Anybody know?
Saw an ad today for Lucas Oil Products' oil additive (I can't remember the exact name of the product), but it sells for around 7 bucks a quart and is supposed to constitute 20% of your car's oil... the greater purpose being to reduce consumption, smoking, etc. I am leery of oil additives in general, but was so tempted to cut down on smoke that I ALMOST bought a quart... does anyone have any thoughts on this sort of thing? The guy assured me that it was okay for diesel... but I think he mi...

I am thinking of taking an offshore course. Any good ones out there?
I am thinking of taking an offshore course. Any good ones out there? Or what would a good training passage be, crewing for someone else? Have you made any long passages?Long passages are interesting but not much in learning experience. What do you learn going 1500 miles on one tack? YOu will learn what works for sea sickness, how to get allong with people, how to stay awake on watch, hopefully, how to keep a good lookout, and how big the ocean really is--all good reasons for going. Bet...

i am looking for adresses of training courses for windsurf in an english speaking country for next summer.
i am looking for adresses of training courses for windsurf in an english speaking country for next summer.f your looking for somewhere in Dublin! You can mail "SurfDock", who give lessons from level 1 (starters) and beyond. They cover everything and are reasonably priced. Their E-Mail address is surfd...@hotmail.com and they give good courses.. Another few places are, in Malahide(Fingeal Sailing School), Dun Laoghaire(Wind 'n' Wave). There's a lot to choose from..it depends on where ...

i want come out with a trainning plan to become a geophicist, where should I start?
I own a M.S. degree in Computer Science, and a B.S. degree in E.E. Also, I have worked in oil E&P industry for over 5 years. My company want me to come out with a trainning plan to become a geophicist, and my question is where should I start? Can you help me start my search?hat is your company involved in? Exploration or Development? Big diff between the two when training up. I was trained in Geol and am working as Explorationist using more geophysics than anything. Start with enrolling pa...

I'm currently searching for a training course in exploration geology,who can help me?
I'm currently searching for a training course in exploration geology,mostly focused in plays in thrust belts, but others subjects would be useful too. If you know any interesting address such companies, organitations,etc giving continuos education, please send me it.You might check http://www2.csn.net/~rigibson/suttner.html and see if it addresses your needs. This is a field workshop in geologic mapping in complex terrains - mostly thrust - with discussion of exploration applications. I...

Joining CORGI - which course?
Theres a 5 day training course for complete beginners? wow,how things have changed. Out of interest,does anyone know for certain how much training/assessment time would be required to qualify someone with no gas experience at all (i.e a carpet fitter or other unrelated trade) to someone who is certificated to work on all domestic installations/appliances? Its not a five day training course its an assessment course for ACOPS certifications which all gas fitters have to have and...

How long will Regular Gas remain good in a boat fuel tank?
How long will Regular Gas remain good in a boat fuel tank,and at what point should I add a stablizerIf the tank is METAL and the tank is FULL, gas will last in that tank for YEARS....many YEARS. Case in point....The gas in the FULL METAL tank in my Honda emergency genset dates back to Hurricane Hugo in 1989. The tank is steel and kept filled to the top. The genset will crank on the first pull and runs fine. Why?? Because it can't BREATHE.....That's the keyword. If the tank can breathe...

Multi Training,can anyone explain it?
What's more, those quickie courses are mostly worthless - they teach the test, not the material, and no insurance company will cover you for solo after you finish one without significant additional training. Please explain to me how the insurance company knows if the Multiengine rating comes from Groton in a three day course or from Flight Safety? A multi-engine rating is a multi-engine rating. Unless you are refering to the fact that the courses do not build time. Bing...

Failing that does anyone have a source of model diesel fuel in Canda?
I am having problems locating a source of Cetane diesel fuel additive suitable for model diesel engine fuels. Can anyone point me to a source in Canada? I live in Kelowna, BC. Failing that does anyone have a source of model diesel fuel in Canda?Many years ago, following an article in Aeromodeller, I successfully ran diesel engines on a mixture of kerosene and modified rape seed oil with the addition of one or two percent Isopropyl Nitrate. If you wish, I'll dig out the relevant information...

I am wondering what the collrctive wisdom is regarding engine oil for the Alfa 147 TS engine?
I am wondering what the collrctive wisdom is regarding engine oil for the Alfa 147 TS engine. I rang my dealer and was told Mobil 1, another 147 owner told me his delaer only recommends synthetic oil after 10000k of running and a UK dealer said that Selenia 20K is the only oil for Alfa Romeo. Anyone else got some info? And why should Mobil 1 not be suitable until after 10000ks of running when it meets Alfa Romeo specs?As a matter of fact, Alfa Romeo UK do not recommend using synthetic oil ...

I want to find some information about Training Courses on Enviro/Suistainable Development, can anyone help me?
I want to find some information about Training Courses on Enviro/Suistainable Development, can anyone help me?25 new TRAINING COURSES just added to SDO. -MSc Environmental Studies - Postgraduate Certificate in Cross-Sector Partnership - Environment, Chain Management, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) - MSc in Environmental Toxicology & Pollution Monitoring - Coastal Zone Management - Geographical Information Systems - Internal Environmental Management Systems Auditor Training - IEMA Foundatio...

where do i go to learn current methods of ball drilling and measuring a bowlers hand for proper drilling?
I have been bowling for 24 years....."since I was 6" i average close to 200 , have been through two of Dick Ritgers schools , and have tried to stay on the cutting edge of bowling technology for the past five years or so regarding equipment "3 or 4 balls a year". I bowl in an eight lane house in michigan with no acting pro shop , but have drilled and re drilled a couple of my own balls in the past because no one at the lanes was capable. Im interested in learning to drill balls for mysel...

anyone could recommend any companies that provide training in advanced SAS applications development ?
I wondered if anyone could recommend any companies that provide training (e.g. sell books or notes, provide public training courses, e-learning, or on-site training courses, etc.) in advanced SAS applications development using SAS/AF and related tools. I've taken the SAS/AF Applications Development II course from SAS institute, but found it to be quite elementary, and I am struggling to find any more advanced training opportunities or books. It seems that SAS Institute no longer offers t...

How to get a Texas real estate agent license course online?
How to get a Texas real estate agent license course online? Is there one? I don't have time to attend classes outside so I would like to do it online.TREC lists approved course providers on their web site. Some of them offer online courses....

i was looking for maybe some online courses ,can anyone help me?
I want to further my knowledge with Retirement Planning and was looking for maybe some online courses on this and also, any particular license(s) that I need to hold. Also, Texas has an Insurance Counselor license. Anyone know what that is and what I can all do with it.For more education on annuities and retirement planning, go here: http://www.amercoll.edu/ The Insurance Counselor license, also known as a Brokers License in some other states, allows you to give insurance advice for a fe...

how do you think about online defensive driving course?
Thinking about taking an online defensive driving course?I live in Texas and I have just finished a defensive driving course on www.idrivesafely.com. I didn't like my experience. First, it took way too much time. It has a clock on each page. You can not get to the next page without waiting for the clock to go to zero, even if you need only a fraction of the time on the clock to go through the page. It also not only has a final exam, which is not a big deal, it also has one or more te...

TEFL Training,can anyone give me some advice?
If you have a secondary ed. certification in English, what is required of you to gain the TEFL? Also, where is a good place to find more information on this subject?That looks like a simple question, but it isn't really. What country are you in? What country do you want to teach in, and do you plan to teach in your own country afterwards? Are you looking for a short course to get you a job overseas, or a course that will help open doors for you in a career as an ESL teacher? Do you plan t...

Technical Training in SA
Technical Training in SA - a closed door?The prohibitively high cost of technical training courses means that often in SA, only corporates can afford to send their staff on these courses - and the management gets to decide who to send. For some reason - may be related to rand/dollar exchange rate, CNE/CNA and other totally unrelated technical courses (I've just come across this case in point), are affordable in the US/UK from a private individuals perspective - so if you don't get se...

Do DL jobs pay the same as "live" teaching jobs?
Do DL jobs pay the same as "live" teaching jobs?-Adjunct pay for DL positions seem to be pretty much in line with what I see adjuncts get paid for on-ground jobs. The rub here, as noted, is that DL schools typically don't employ many full-timers. This is, IMHO, one of the downfalls of DL. Adjuncts are great to bring some fresh air to an academic program. However, people who teach adjunct just aren't as involved in the academic program as full-time faculty. -I would think that ...

Does anyone know of any ESOL Teacher Training Courses in the East London area.
Does anyone know of any ESOL Teacher Training Courses in the East London area.go to http://www.trinitycollege.co.uk/index.cfm?fuseaction=tesol_certificat... to see CertTESOL providers....

Does any one know of any long distance teacher training courses that are available from the UK or any other English speaking country
Does any one know of any long distance teacher training courses that are available from the UK or any other English speaking countryUK colleges, such as the Open University (OU) and University of Greenwich (no connection with the US Greenwich University), offer distance-learning teacher training programs. However, they require actual observation of teaching practice which is normally carried out by their own faculty. Whether they would agree to such observation being carried out by a...

I need to obtain UK teacher certification to keep my job in an international school in Spain.Can anyone help me out on this?
I´ve got a BA from a US university, but I need to obtain UK teacher certification to keep my job in an international school in Spain. I´m hoping someone knows of a distance learning or internet based certification course through a UK university. Can anyone help me out on this?-The Open University at Milton Keynes UK do a post grad cert ed which would presumably suit you. http://www.open.ac.uk -http://www.teach-tta.gov.uk/teach/subjects/trainingcourse/g.html lists the places in the ...

Tax relief on self-financed training?
I am currently working full-time and am considering undertake a part-time 2 year training course leading to a recognised qualification (a Finance MBA equivalent). I would be paying for this course myself and was wondering whether there would be any tax relief available to me ?I wake up one morning and decide I want to be a plumber, since it seems to be like having money on tap. I make some enquiries and find that any Tom Dick and Harry can call themselves a plumber and there is...

how beneficial the alternative teacher training programs are to the school systems? Wouldn't the four or five years of the regular teacher training program be more beneficial?
I am currently a student in the education program at UW-Madison and I am curious to know how beneficial the alternative teacher training programs are to the school systems? Wouldn't the four or five years of the regular teacher training program be more beneficial?-If you already have a Bachelor's, the regular teaching training is redundant, because it incorporates a bachelor's degree. At that point, the choice is to just get certification, which the alternative programs are for, as fast a...

More on Education Schools?
All five regents schools in Kansas do and I believe the same is true of Iowa. Oklahoma, Missouri, Nebraska and Colorado all offer majors, but I don't know if all of their state universities do. So if you have no education major, how are your teachers trained? Or are they?To answer your question, the course of study for prospective teacher in California depends on whether they are interested in teaching elementary ed. or secondary ed. If they are interested in elementary ed. they ar...

Can anyone recommend training for software analyst/ requirements gathering and documentation?
Can anyone recommend training - preferably online - for software analyst/ requirements gathering and documentation? A full blown university course is fine, as is more skills-focused training that is not a traditional college course.Perhaps your best bet would be the professional societies (ASM, ASQ, SQE, etc.). If they don't offer training directly they probably have links to people who do. I would start there. Most of the requirements tool vendors offer courses, consulting, and mentori...

Banning sex education is schools?
Banning sex education is schools?There were 490 female students at Timken High School in 2005, and 65 were pregnant, WEWS-TV in Cleveland reported. The new Canton school board program promotes abstinence but also will teach students who decide to have sex how to do so responsibly, bringing the city school district's health curriculum in line with national standards ... the new curriculum moves beyond the "Just Say No" approach ... 104 of the 586 babies born to Canton residents in A...

Sex education in public schools ?
Sex education in public schools ? Some 30 years ago former Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau, de-criminalized homosexuality, stating, " the government does not belong in the bedrooms of the nation, but what happens in public is another story". The second part of the statement you seldom hear. Well Canadians have created laws to protect all people and rightfully so. People get rights if they deserve them, we give special rights, we positively discriminate towards the disabled, the elderly, ...

What training courses are gonna be big this year?
We am currently putting the finishing touches to some training material for a variety of topics that research have indicated are going to be important issues this year : 1. How to prepare a detailed web brief 2. Online marketing for managers 3. SEO for those that have to try themselves (not sure on the title of the last one, ideas ?)I'm visiting the Learning Technologies exhibition at Olympia tomorrow to try to drum up some enthusiasm with course and technology providers and see ...

What requirements are there for security training?
We are currently updating our business strategy and we are thinking of offering training courses in IT security. We are probably looking at developing some 1-day courses, looking at particular aspects of security in reasonable detail. The sort of things we might include are, for example, "firewalls", "BS7799", "Java security", "viruses", "encryption", etc, etc. What I am trying to get a handle on is which topics would be of the most interest to people. The question I'd really like ...

Has anyone made the transition from tech writing to either dist ed design or library science?
There are two university programs I'm interested in: technology in distance education and training (designing online courses) and library, archival and information studies. Does anyone have any information on the opportunities available in either these fields. Has anyone made the transition from tech writing to either dist ed design or library science? Both tie into technical communications quite nicely but I don't want to end up in another shrinking market.I don't know much about online ...

Schools and Education cost money!Did your school teach spelling?
Schools and Education cost money!Did your school teach spelling?I strongly agree that we can have as many schools as possible taking into account the population, but not necessarily built with expensive and fancy materials that increase the cost of the education itself. A nice campus is important for students as well as for teachers but what really matters is what the students will learn to be useful for the society, and the teachers are the ones who are responsible for this topic. W...


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