Friday, May 1, 2009

Lifelong Learning: VOANews Foreign Student Series

The motto of Milpitas Adult School is: Lifelong Learning at its Best! Today we begin a new month-long series about education, schools, and job-training.

First post: VOANews Foreign Student Series:
  1. Foreign Student Series: An Introduction On EDUCATION REPORT: We start an updated series of programs for anyone interested in higher education in the U.S. 10 September 2008
  2. Foreign Student Series: First Steps On EDUCATION REPORT: In part two of our series on American higher education, advice about where to get information on colleges and universities. 17 September 2008
  3. Foreign Student Series: College, University or Institute? On EDUCATION REPORT: Part three of our Foreign Student Series explains the different kinds of higher learning institutions in the U.S. 24 September 2008
  4. Foreign Student Series: Public or Private? On EDUCATION REPORT: In part four, we look at an example from Oregon of price differences between a state university and a private college. 01 October 2008
  5. Foreign Student Series: Colleges and Degrees On EDUCATION REPORT: In part five, we discuss how students can save money by attending a community college for their first two years of study. 08 October 2008
  6. Foreign Student Series: Accreditation Explained On EDUCATION REPORT: In part six, we discuss the quality control process used in U.S. higher education. 15 October 2008
  7. Foreign Student Series: Diploma Mills On EDUCATION REPORT: In part seven, we look at the business of selling unearned degrees. 22 October 2008
  8. Foreign Student Series: Getting a US Education From Home On EDUCATION REPORT: In part eight, we offer advice for choosing an online program. 29 October 2008
  9. Foreign Student Series: Getting a US Visa On EDUCATION REPORT: In part nine, we talk about the steps needed to come to the United States for study. 05 November 2008
  10. Foreign Student Series: What SEVIS Means to You On EDUCATION REPORT: In part 10, we discuss the government system for collecting information on foreign students and exchange visitors in the U.S. 12 November 2008
  11. Foreign Student Series: The Application Process On EDUCATION REPORT: In part 11, advice to apply to at least three U.S. colleges or universities -- and give yourself plenty of time. 19 November 2008
  12. Foreign Student Series: Thanksgiving in the US On EDUCATION REPORT: College and universities may arrange for students far from home to spend the holiday with local families. Part 12 of our series. 26 November 2008
  13. Foreign Student Series: Admissions Tests On EDUCATION REPORT: In part 13, we start to discuss entrance exams. Also, a new report warns about the rising costs of higher education in the U.S. 03 December 2008
  14. Foreign Student Series: The SAT and the ACT On EDUCATION REPORT: In part 14, we talk about the two competing college-admissions tests in the U.S., and about schools that require neither. 10 December 2008
  15. Foreign Student Series: TOEFL or IELTS? On EDUCATION REPORT: In part 15, we look at the two major English language tests accepted by colleges and universities in the U.S. 17 December 2008
  16. Foreign Student Series: The Business of the GMAT On EDUCATION REPORT: In part 16, we discuss the Graduate Management Admission Test. 07 January 2009
  17. Foreign Student Series: Answering Your Questions On EDUCATION REPORT: In part 17, we answer questions about American higher education and about learning English. 14 January 2009
  18. Foreign Student Series: Paying for School in the US On EDUCATION REPORT: Foreign students must show they can pay for at least their first year of study. Part 18 of our series. 21 January 2009
  19. Foreign Student Series: Working While Studying in the USOn EDUCATION REPORT: In part 19, we examine the rules about employment for international students. 28 January 2009
  20. Foreign Student Series: Financial Aid On EDUCATION REPORT: Offerings may be limited, but more aid is available for international graduate students than for undergraduates in the U.S. Part 20 of our series. 04 February 2009
  21. Foreign Student Series: Becoming a Fulbrighter On EDUCATION REPORT: In part 21, we discuss the Fulbright Program, which offers opportunities for students, scholars and teachers to come to the U.S. 11 February 2009
  22. Studying in the US: Four Kinds of Financial Aid On EDUCATION REPORT: Assistantships, scholarships, fellowships and grants are explained in part 22 of our Foreign Student Series. 18 February 2009
  23. Studying in the US: Web Redefines the College Visit On EDUCATION REPORT: Using the Internet to explore American schools is the subject of part 23 of our Foreign Student Series. 25 February 2009
  24. Studying in the US: Grading Grades On EDUCATION REPORT: In part 24 of our Foreign Student Series, we discuss evaluation systems at colleges and universities. 04 March 2009
  25. Studying in the US: High Marks Just for Trying? On EDUCATION REPORT: We continue our discussion of college grades in part 25 of our Foreign Student Series. 11 March 2009
  26. Studying in the US: Helping Foreign Students Feel at Home On EDUCATION REPORT: A college or university's international student office is a good place to start getting to know a school and the country. Part 26 of our Foreign Student Series. 18 March 2009
  27. Studying in the US: Where To Live? Housing policies differ from school to school; part 27 of our Foreign Student Series. 25 March 2009
  28. Studying in the US: Alcohol on Campus Policies differ from college to college in the U.S. Part 28 of our Foreign Student Series. Transcript 01 April 2009
  29. Studying in the US: Coming to Terms With Academic Titles A guide to teaching positions in week 29 of our Foreign Student Series. 08 april 2009
  30. Studying in the US: How to Avoid Being Accused of Plagiarism We explain this intellectual offense in week 30 of our Foreign Student Series. Transcript of radio broadcast: 15 April 2009
  31. Studying in the US: Beware of Essay Mills We continue our discussion of plagiarism. Week 31. Transcript of radio broadcast: 22 April 2009
  32. Studying in the US: Writing College Papers On EDUCATION REPORT: Writing college papers is the subject of Part 32 in our Foreign Student Series. 29 April 2009

HOMEWORK

What is a certificate program?

  1. Tina is a college counselor or academic advisor.
  2. Some of the programs available at the community college include automotive technology, heating and air conditioning, medical technology, and electronics.
  3. Paul's long-term goal is to become an electrician.
  4. Paul should take the certificate program in
    electical/electronics technology.

Chart: Student : Area of Study : Program of Study

  1. Miriam : Culinary Arts : AS (career -oriented program)
  2. Jerome: Engineering : AS (general education)
  3. Lana : Physical Therapy Assisting : AS (career -oriented program)
  4. Rich : Welding : Vocational Certificate
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