Lifestyle & Trends - Education

Women are going back to school, but not in the classroom

While many parents already take an active role in their children's education, today more and more moms are going back to school themselves, particularly in the tight economy. The U.S. Census Bureau recently reported that women were on track to surpass men in earning advanced degrees. And they are increasingly doing so online, at a significantly lesser cost than the average brick-and-mortar institution. Read More

Learning the theory behind color harmony

Good taste in color combinations may contribute to your talent for art or graphic design, but it's important to learn color theory to expand your design potential. Color harmony is an aspect of color theory that's especially relevant to graphic design because it addresses how to create visually appealing color schemes. Following is a basic overview of color harmony and how you can use it to your advantage. Read More

Help kids cope with new-school jitters this back-to-school season

Change can be a good thing, but it may be hard to convince your child of that if he or she is facing the challenge of entering a new school this year. Whether it's a teen transitioning from middle to high school, a 5-year-old leaving day care for kindergarten or a child whose family has moved to a new area, going to a new school can be a scary thing for any child. Read More

What do IT professionals do when viruses attack?

Before computers even started making their way into people's homes, programmers were writing "viruses" that could cripple entire systems. Here is an inside look into what experienced IT professionals do when their networks are attacked by viruses. Read More

The surprisingly affordable, culturally educational child care alternative: au pairs

If you're a working-parent family with school-aged children or younger, you know first-hand the price of child care. Child care costs are not only high, but are rising, according to a report released by the National Association of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies. Read More

IT certifications prepare students for a difficult job market

Often, a single networking job can have dozens of applicants or more. With this kind of stiff competition, individuals need to take their skills to the next level, bolstering not only their knowledge base, but their resume. One of the best ways to distinguish oneself from the others applying for networking positions is to earn CCNA certification. Read More

Dorm room must-haves for fall

Autumn is around the corner and for many American teens, that means the start of college. If you're a freshman, chances are you'll be spending at least one year living in a dorm. But dorm life doesn't have to be all function and no form. You can make things more comfortable for yourself and your roommates with a few simple and inexpensive purchases. Read More

Back-to-school shopping: Save money, earn rewards and go a little 'green'

This back-to-school season promises to be costlier than ever for many American families. Not only will they spend more for personal supplies for their children, families are also being asked to help school districts battle budget shortfalls by supplying basics like toilet paper and trash bags. Read More

How to make the most of your interview

With the economy slowly healing after the financial crisis of 2008, competition for jobs is at an all-time high, making interview skills a vital tool for applicants. Here are tips to help communicate the skills you possess that will set you apart from the others. Read More

Carpooling this school year? Check out these tips

If you're carpooling with families in your neighborhood, you're doing the environment and your pocketbook a huge favor. The economic, environmental and practical benefits of carpooling are hard to overlook, so there's little reason not to do so if you have the option. Read More

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