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New Online Conference: Eye On School Success

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LARCHMONT, N.Y., Feb. 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Eye On Education announces its premier Online Conference: Eye On School Success, to be held March 20 – 21, 2012. The virtual conference is organized by themed tracks which focus on specific interest areas in education including: leadership, student motivation, and the Common Core State Standards. The complete conference schedule is available.

The conference will kick off with an opening keynote by internationally renowned expert on teacher motivation, Todd Whitaker. Individual sessions cover a variety of topics including teacher effectiveness and teacher evaluation, motivational leadership, student engagement, battling boredom, increasing rigor, teaching writing with technology, raising the level of class discussions, how to understand and implement the CCSS, and more.  Concurrent sessions will be broadcast live during the two-day event. In addition, all sessions will be archived and available to attendees for three months after the conference.

Session presenters are leading experts in education today and include: Amy Benjamin, Laura Billings, Barbara Blackburn, Vicki Davis, Larry Ferlazzo, Pete Hall, Bryan Harris, Shawn Joseph, Terry Roberts, Pamela Salazar, James Stronge, Nancy Sulla, Jeanne Tribuzzi, Heather Wolpert-Gawron, and Sally Zepeda.

Eye On School Success attendees will benefit from a highly interactive and engaging program that will deliver professional development solutions to help achieve success in your classroom and school. "We are providing a convenient and inexpensive venue for educators to engage in professional learning, interact with national experts, and communicate with other teachers and leaders from all over the country who have similar interests and challenges. And without the need to leave the comfort of their homes or offices," says Robert Sickles, Eye On Education President and Publisher.

About Eye On Education
Founded in 1992, Eye On Education is an independent and innovative provider of books and other resources for teachers, principals, and administrators, providing educators with practical information on professional development, educational leadership, school improvement, student assessment, data analysis, teaching skills, and other related topics.

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Lower Enrollment Hurts Capella

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Capella Education Company (NasdaqGS:CPLA - News), the provider of online education, recently delivered fourth-quarter 2011 earnings of 91 cents a share that dropped 16.5% from $1.09 earned in the prior-year quarter due to fall in students’ enrollment. On a reported basis, including one time items, earnings came in at 85 cents, down 22% from the year-ago quarter. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter was 91 cents.

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Total active enrollment dropped 4.5% to 37,704 during the quarter. Management had earlier guided enrollment to fall by 4% to 6% in the quarter. New enrollment tumbled 9.4%, reflecting tough market conditions, changes with respect to program accreditation, and stringent admissions criteria.

The quarterly revenue of $110 million came in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate but fell 4.1% from $114.7 million in the year-ago quarter. The decline in the top line dovetails with management’s guidance range of 3% to 4.5% fall. Capella now expects revenue to drop by 1% to 2% in the first quarter of 2012.

Operating income, adjusted for charges related to workforce reduction, plummeted 28.7% to $20.2 million, whereas operating margin contracted 640 basis points to 18.3%.

Capella now expects operating margin in the range of 15% to 16% in the first quarter of 2012, down from 20.2% in the first quarter of 2011, reflecting planned investments in learner success initiatives, rise in depreciation charges and expenses related to Resource Development International, acquired in July 2011.Management’s target is to attain operating margins between 15% and 17% for 2012.   

Enrollment Falls, Forecasts Softer Declines

We observe that Capella is witnessing a fall in enrollment. After falling 7.5% in third quarter of 2011, total active enrollment dropped 4.5% in the fourth quarter. However, Capella now projects total enrollment to decline between 5% and 6% in the first quarter of 2012. Management expects that the rate of decline in total enrollment will decelerate as the year progresses due to improvement in new enrollment.

The potential risk looming over the education sector is the regulation proposed by the Department of Education that is weighing upon students’ enrollments and the company’s profits. The Department of Education proposed that an educational program could only qualify for Title IV funds, if it helps in achieving gainful employment, which includes the criteria of loan repayment rate and debt-to-income ratios.

The institutions are under the scanner due to the rise in the default rate of student loans, and are now being asked to submit information relating to recruitment procedures and use of student’s grant.

Capella hinted that new enrollment in the first quarter of 2012 is expected to decline marginally, following a drop of 9.4% in the fourth quarter and a fall of 36% in the first quarter of 2011, as it expects re-registration of existing apprentices to remain robust.

Capella generally focuses on working adults, and in order to draw students it is also ramping its marketing and promotional expenditures. To counter sluggishness in students’ enrollment, education companies are also resorting to restructuring their cost base. The company lowered its headcount by about 63 non-faculty workforces, and for this it incurred a charge of about $1.3 million in the quarter. Management hinted that the eliminations will result in cost savings of approximately $5.2 million per year. 

Other Financial Details

Capella boasts a healthy balance sheet with no debt. It ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $62 million and shareholders’ equity of $162.6 million. Cash flow from operations for fiscal 2011 period was $80.3 million.

During the quarter under review, the company repurchased 775,000 shares, aggregating $25.2 million. In fiscal 2011, it bought back 2.5 million shares for a total amount of $103.4 million. Capella indicated that it has $59.6 million at its disposal under its share repurchase authorization.

Currently, we have a long-term ‘Neutral’ rating on the stock. However, Capella, which competes with Apollo Group Inc. (NasdaqGS:APOL - News) and Strayer Education Inc. (NasdaqGS:STRA - News), holds a Zacks #2 Rank that translates into a short-term ‘Buy’ recommendation, and it well defines the company’s initiatives to improve students’ enrollment; its diversification strategy as evident from the acquisitions of Sophia, a social teaching and learning platform and Resource Development International, an online provider of UK University qualifications by distance learning; and introduction of new products offerings and new program accreditations.

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Military Spouses Discover How MIlitary-Friendly an Online School Can Be

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As more and more military spouses discover the many advantages of an online education, choosing an online military-friendly school that fits the student’s personal and educational needs is key. Online schools like Ashworth College can provide them with accredited programs that can be funded by their education benefit programs, like MyCAA.

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It’s a fact -- over 6.1 million students enrolled in at least one online course during the fall 2010 term, an increase of 560,000 students over the previous year (Sloan Consortium).So it’s no surprise that military spouses seek out like Ashworth College (http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/) to provide them with accredited online schools programs that can be funded by education benefit programs like MyCAA.

As more and more military spouses discover the many advantages of an online education, choosing an online military-friendly school that fits the student’s personal and educational needs is key.

"We always recommend spouses look for a school that offers exactly what they need by matching their goals and how they fit into their lifestyle,” said Rodney Butler, U.S. Army First Sergeant, Retired and Ashworth College Military Education Coordinator. "There are many fine schools out there and taking the time to find one that meets most of a spouse’s needs will pay off in the long run.”

If a spouse does their homework before enrolling, they will find that online schools can offer flexibility, convenience and tuition prices that fit well within military education benefit guidelines. An online school can allow you to:

"At Ashworth, it’s our mission to ensure that our programs meet the needs of all those with military affiliations, particularly military spouses,” Butler added. “Our accredited degree programs are under $100 dollars per credit hour, compared to similar schools that push theirs as high as $250 per credit hour. With zero out of pocket costs, it’s common for a military spouse to earn an Ashworth career diploma, certificate or degree using only MyCAA benefits.”

So, which online school is right for you?

The military advisors at Ashworth College recommend that prospective student do some homework by researching schools and asking the following questions in these important areas:

Affordability

    How does tuition and fees compare with other schools? Are there extra student fees such as enrollment, application, registration, processing, withdrawal/transfer, or lab fees?     Is there a textbook allowance? If not, find out the added cost.     Can the school help you secure military education benefits? Can they help you claim up to $4,000 in MyCAA benefits or help you take advantage of Post 9/11 dependent’s benefits?     How generous is their credit transfer policy? Do they offer credit for work/life experience? Transferring credits means that you could be closer to your degree than you think, saving you plenty of time and money!     Do they offer special financing and/or low, interest-free monthly payment plans? How much student debt will you have at graduation?

Programs

    Are their programs nationally accredited? Would they be classified as a “diploma mills”?     To meet your career goals, do they offer the programs you’re looking for?     How many credits are required for a degree?     Can you transfer in credits earned at other schools?

Convenience and Support

    Do they offer flexible scheduling? Is there frequent class starts and 24/7 online access?     Are they Military-friendly? Do they have Military Advisors who understand all your available military education benefits? Do they have the ability to guide you one-on-one, all the way from enrollment to graduation?     What type of tutoring and instructor assistance do they offer?     Do they have their own social network? How do students connect with student services, other students, instructors, tutors and alumni?

An Advocate for Military Education

For nearly 25 years, Ashworth has made it possible for military personnel, veterans and military spouses to further their careers by earning accredited, affordable career diplomas and college degrees. As an online school, Ashworth programs can be completed anywhere in the world.

A Servicemember Opportunity Colleges Consortium (SOC) member school, Ashworth accepts ACE credits and is approved for a range of other military benefits including Post 9/11 GI Bill, Montgomery GI Bill, GoArmyEd, and MyCAA.

A Yellow Ribbon School, Ashworth has been further recognized as a military friendly school by both G.I. Jobs and Military Advanced Education magazines. The online school also supports a campus chapter of the Student Veteran’s Association and was a sponsor of Military Spouse magazine’s 2010 and 2011 Military Spouse of the Year Award programs.

About Ashworth College

As leading online school, Ashworth College has built a tradition of excellence spanning 25 years, offering students worldwide more than 115 online college degrees, online certificate programs and online high school diploma options that are affordable and fit the busy schedules of working adults. Ashworth offers military education as well as specialized programs for corporate partners and homeschoolers.

Headquartered in Peachtree Corners, GA, Ashworth is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). The Accrediting Commission of the DETC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency. James Madison High School is further accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI). For more information, visit http://www.ashworthcollege.edu/.

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The Center for Professional Innovation & Education, Inc. (CfPIE) And ClearPoint Launch Online Compliance Training …

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The Center for Professional Innovation & Education, Inc. (CfPIE), the global leader in pharmaceutical, medical device and biotech training for life science professionals, in partnership with ClearPoint - the global authority on interactive health education for the life sciences industry - have developed an unrivaled suite of online compliance training courses that combine top-quality content and user convenience.

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The Center for Professional Innovation & Education, Inc. (CfPIE), the global leader in pharmaceutical, medical device and biotech training for life science professionals, in partnership with ClearPoint - the global authority on interactive health education for the life sciences industry - have developed an unrivaled suite of online compliance training courses that combine top-quality content and user convenience.

CfPIE has launched the following five online course titles initially, and will add several more over the coming months:

Unlike most online training, CfPIE’s on-demand courses combine unparalleled interactivity, knowledge checks and real-life case studies. Expert avatars appear throughout each course to provide timely feedback, and a final assessment allows users to measure what they have learned. Additionally, CfPIE utilizes proprietary DocuLearn™ technology, which produces a printable summary of the course complete with the user’s personalized notes, answers to reflection questions, a glossary of terms, helpful job aids and much more. DocuLearn™ also serves as valuable documentation of training.

Online Training Courses are 21 CFR Part 11 Compliant

Furthermore, all courses reside on a 21 CFR Part 11 compliant Learning Management System (LMS) and are available as individual courses or can be customized and delivered at an enterprise level for groups, sites or entire firms. Each online course is SCORM compliant, allowing them to reside on any internal LMS.

CfPIE’s new online pharmaceutical training courses fit under their new “Total Learning™” model, which allows learners to choose the training method which is right for them. “Total Learning™” includes online courses, classroom courses and “blended learning,” which combines the convenience of online training with the detail of the classroom. The pinnacle of the “Total Learning™” experience is a full industry-recognized professional certification, of which CfPIE offers nine certification programs.

“With the streamlining of the industry, and the increasing stringency of FDA and international regulations, firms are left with difficult choices when training their staff.” says Mark Mazzie, Managing Director of CfPIE. “While traditional classroom training offers robust content and the ability to interact, many firms do not have the budget to send people off-site. Conversely, more affordable online training options have been sorely lacking in quality…often consisting of nothing more than a glorified slide deck presentation. CfPIE’s ‘Total Learning™’ concept has flexible learning options for all needs and budgets, offering the highest quality and the best overall value.”

It was the recognition of these shortcomings in online course quality that led CfPIE to ClearPoint, who, with over 1,000 implementations in ten years, holds a solid track record of learning technology solutions developed specifically for adult learners in highly regulated industries.

As ClearPoint CEO Philip McCrea explains, “Matching our expertise in learning technology solutions with CfPIE’s industry-leading content enables us to keep pace with the needs of today’s learners in order to improve overall business performance, and protect the best interests of life sciences companies. Moreover, through this new breed of online compliance training, organizations can easily, and instantly, add a broad range of much-needed education to their enterprises without incurring any capital investments and with zero conflicts to their existing technology infrastructures.”

For more information, visit http://www.cfpie.com to view a brief online course demo, and read more about training options.

About The Center for Professional Innovation & Education, Inc. (CfPIE):

The Center for Professional Innovation & Education, Inc. (CfPIE) is the global leader in accredited training for Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Device and Skin/Cosmetics personnel. Leading industry experts conduct over 270 public courses and an equal amount of customized on-site training programs annually. Class sizes are limited to ensure individual needs are fully addressed. From discovery through commercialization, CfPIE has the training curriculum to advance your staff, keep your firm compliant and improve your bottom line. For more information about CfPIE’s full suite of training products, please visit http://www.cfpie.com.

About ClearPoint:

ClearPoint, a global authority in interactive health education, provides learning solutions to the world’s leading life sciences companies. With more than 1,000 successful implementations in ten years, the company creates on-demand, multi-channel tools to enable sales, marketing, and compliance professionals to grow their brands, increase clinical competencies, comply with regulations, and enhance relationships with health care providers.

The global ClearPoint team of 175 employees has its headquarters in Hoboken, N.J. and operates from offices in the U.S., Europe and Asia. For more information about ClearPoint, please visit: http://www.clearpointlearning.com

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The Best in approved Online Training! – Video

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14-02-2012 10:46 Prevention First offers online training approved for continuing education credits in OSHA, healthcare, environmental, maintenance, food safety, HAZWOPER and TABC.

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OGA Rules of Golf Online Education – Lesson One – Video

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14-02-2012 21:12 To access the quiz, visit rules.oga.org and visit the Rules Education Section

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Thesys International Celebrates Innovation With Interactive Campaign

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ANAHEIM, CA--(Marketwire -02/14/12)- Thesys International, a new education technology business that supports schools with a hybrid online/classroom approach to education, is celebrating innovation with an open dialogue via Twitter, Facebook and its blog (http://blog.thesysintl.com), inviting readers to submit and rate their favorite innovations as well as providing its own ratings on today's most innovative ideas and concepts.

Innovation is part of the core mission at Thesys, and the company is hoping to draw more attention to creative ideas and spark some valuable discussion about how innovation can transform American education. The tweets, posts and blogs in Thesys' innovation campaign are intended to inspire educators and administrators alike to embrace the benefits of new ideas.

"We're celebrating innovation of any type, in any field, and encouraging participants to rate them and think creatively about how those innovations could apply to education," says Alan Rudi, Principal Solutions Strategist at Thesys International. "The best solutions to any challenge can come from anywhere -- especially when we share ideas and work together. Our hope is that we can gather those who are passionate about improving education, bounce ideas off one another and create some exciting possibilities for the future of American education."

Thesys' early blog posts will explore educational applications of interactive digital books, delve into the genesis of "Eureka!" moments and the process of innovation, and introduce a rating system designed to showcase innovations throughout history and how they can be reimagined to apply to the field of education.

Thesys International launched in 2009 as a division of Fairmont Education Group, Southern California's leading educational provider. The company designs and implements hybrid education programs to enhance high-school classrooms while supporting schools and empowering teachers. Thesys builds partnerships with schools to implement eLearning programs quickly and effectively, allowing administrators to drive the end product. Arming teachers with the necessary tools to make learning environments relevant and inspiring is a crucial step in Thesys' ability to enhance student outcomes. For more information about the turnkey solutions Thesys provides, visit http://www.thesysintl.com.

About Thesys International LLC: Launched in 2010, Thesys International, LLC, is an educational service provider that supports schools with a hybrid online/classroom approach to education. As a division of the Fairmont Education Group, Thesys represents the culmination of thought, curricular innovation and evolution of the classroom Fairmont has supported since 1953. Thesys works alongside educators and provides a curriculum that works with schools' existing standards and protocols to help students reach their full potential. Thesys International is dedicated to providing high school students the optimal balance of online and in-person learning, making education more relevant for a new generation. For more information about Thesys' turn-key systems and its innovative hybrid education approach, visit http://www.thesysintl.com, call 714-234-2727 or email arudi@thesysintl.com.

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Your TRU Story – Video

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13-02-2012 11:59 Visit truopen.ca/openness and discover the advantages of an open education.

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Faisal Bashir – Business Manager, Bayt.com interviewed on Dubai One – Video

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14-02-2012 00:23 Online education is viewed as being better now, than ever before, according to Bayt.com's latest 'Online Education and the Job Market in the Middle East' poll results. Faisal Bashir - Business Manager, Bayt.com further shares the statistics on Emirates News (Dubai One channel) Get the rest of the facts and findings on our report: http://www.bayt.com

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Episode 2 – Tools for Online Learning.mp4 – Video

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14-02-2012 03:48 The second episode describes some of the tools you can use if you want to design an online course.

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