I'm a high school student interested in a career in marketing, how do I get there and what is the job like? [more inside]
posted by kylej on Nov 7, 2009 - 12 answers

Please recommend conferences dealing with leadership, management, and the like that aren't buzzword-tastic snoozefests. If they exist. [more inside]
posted by hijinx on Nov 5, 2009 - 3 answers

In the Seattle/Snohomish area. Which schools provide good training in beginning SQL, or database design, or IT project management? [more inside]
posted by valannc on Oct 31, 2009 - 2 answers

If all goes well, in Spring 2011 I will have finally completed my Masters in Mental Health Counseling. But I want to apply my degree to higher education. [more inside]
posted by zizzle on Oct 30, 2009 - 2 answers

Is a BS degree a BS degree, or are there "lesser" degrees - I don't even know how to ask this. I'll try, though. [more inside]
posted by ctmf on Oct 28, 2009 - 14 answers

Save Our Planet Filter: My girlfriend is doing a "green energy" engineering project and needs inspiration. This is a project for an electrical engineering class in college so give us your coolest ideas for green energy projects. [more inside]
posted by thekiltedwonder on Oct 28, 2009 - 11 answers

Library of the future? [more inside]
posted by fifilaru on Oct 23, 2009 - 25 answers

Calling all planners, public admin. types, adult education gurus and other smarty pants: I need to develop a training program or at least a strategy for developing a training program for further planning on the local level, put the hard parts. [more inside]
posted by stormygrey on Oct 23, 2009 - 10 answers

I will need to change careers, but I have a bit of time to plan this out. What should my next computer- or education-related job be? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 23, 2009 - 4 answers

I have just started as a school science technician at an inner city school. Over the holiday I would like to spruce up the 5 science classrooms with displays covering the various disciplines. Does anyone know of any online resources, posters to download/print etc? [more inside]
posted by Saddo on Oct 23, 2009 - 8 answers

Is there an online or free software solution for this idea my colleague at school has had? We want to survey kids in our school about their interests and ambitions and use their responses to suggest which courses they should elect for their next year. [more inside]
posted by man down under on Oct 22, 2009 - 6 answers

Tell me about the need for pre-school in San Francisco, please. [more inside]
posted by otherwordlyglow on Oct 20, 2009 - 4 answers

I want to go to school and learn about building small-scale (family or neighborhood level) projects in developing countries. Concentrating solar, passive cooling, irrigation, windmills, wave power, and that type of thing. There was a group at MIT making charcoal out of corncobs. I want to do that! But where do I start? What are some good programs? [more inside]
posted by Nothing on Oct 20, 2009 - 8 answers

How can I bring my low-income high school students to an off-Broadway show? [more inside]
posted by airguitar2 on Oct 19, 2009 - 14 answers

I'm thinking of applying to spend a year at university in Europe studying political science, public policy, or law. Help me find a programme! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 18, 2009 - 7 answers

Best shoes for a P.E. teacher with a bad knee. [more inside]
posted by roxiesmom on Oct 17, 2009 - 5 answers

In search of short passages of especially strong or weak nonfiction prose! [more inside]
posted by cymru_j on Oct 17, 2009 - 8 answers

I remember doing a discussion activity/thought experiment in high school where we had to choose 6-8 people from a list (e.g. pregnant teen, scientist, priest, stay-at-home mom, doctor) to save in a nuclear apocalypse and justify our decision. There was a paper handout associated with the activity, and I'm pretty sure my teacher didn't write it himself, because I've talked to friends who've done the same thing in a different context (church groups, retreats, etc. ). I'm looking for a link to a copy of this activity, or a place where I'd be able to find it.
posted by jeisme on Oct 11, 2009 - 3 answers

My 4th grader is in her first year of a program for gifted children. It is a competitive program, at a school outside our district, and acceptance was based on advanced language, reading, writing, and "liberal arts" ability. I thought my daughter's gifts -- all of which match the description above -- would be nurtured here. But I have been dismayed to realize that all her teacher cares about is that her desk is messy and her handwriting isn't neat enough. My child has sensory issues that do in fact make it harder for her to keep her things organized. But how can I talk to the teacher about focusing more on her gifts -- which is supposed to be the mission of this program? (Sorry, this is long.) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 10, 2009 - 38 answers

Are there any places in the United States offering a glove cutter or glove maker apprenticeship? I'm interested in fabric and leather work for gloves.
posted by ayc200 on Oct 9, 2009 - 4 answers

What's the best path to take for a high school student aspiring to get into Game Design in college? Any advice? [more inside]
posted by Askiba on Oct 9, 2009 - 13 answers

Here is my dillema: I am in junior shool year on prominent public college in my area. My intentions is to get bachleor of science in education (social studies and history). Lately, they cahanged some course work and now they ask for at least three semester of foreign language in addition. This may extend my schooling time and I am not ready for it. But after my adviserment, I have been offered the Bacheor of Arts and Science in short time. Plus, I was told that to get the master degree it would take me about 2-3 semesters additionaly if I wanted to continue to pursue Master of Arts and Science. Now, what are the jobs outhere for me with either Bachelor Arts and Science or Master of Science and Arts degree? Please?
posted by xmradio03 on Oct 7, 2009 - 21 answers

Do I need a Master's Degree in order to teach ESL to adults in the US? [more inside]
posted by patheral on Oct 6, 2009 - 11 answers

Please help me find software for creating tests from a bank of questions, ideally open-source and even more ideally Linux. [more inside]
posted by fogovonslack on Oct 5, 2009 - 6 answers

I am frequently take education courses delivered as power point video presentations. I've found that using a mindmap is a good way for me to record the information. However, while the map is great, it's not as useful for review. I'm wondering how I can export a mindmap to an outline format on any platform? [more inside]
posted by diode on Oct 4, 2009 - 4 answers

I have discovered, kind of late in life, that I am pretty good at math. How can I capitalize on this? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 30, 2009 - 14 answers

Need advice: what is the best way to educate a child who is a follower in large groups but an independent leader in small groups? [more inside]
posted by lynnie-the-pooh on Sep 30, 2009 - 15 answers

What would be the best place and type of school to give my children a really great and meaningful education. [more inside]
posted by fcain on Sep 29, 2009 - 10 answers

The future of my current job is uncertain (familiar story, I'm sure). What should I do to plan for the future? My background is in art, and ... pharmaceutical training and compliance. [more inside]
posted by LolaGeek on Sep 28, 2009 - 7 answers

What would it take to set up a scholarship prize fund for a particular school in a developing country? [more inside]
posted by jonesor on Sep 28, 2009 - 5 answers

Since I don't necessarily care if I get fired at the end of the year, what can I do to make this a memorable and completely awesome school year for my second graders? [more inside]
posted by HotPatatta on Sep 28, 2009 - 59 answers

Looking to go to grad school for Linguistics or TESOL, but I'm a non-traditional student. I have a few schools picked out but don't want to end up in another tiny "college town." Help? [more inside]
posted by patheral on Sep 25, 2009 - 15 answers

What pop songs are great to use with young ESL learners in Spain? [more inside]
posted by maca on Sep 25, 2009 - 9 answers

What are the best searchable sources for copyright-free historical and other images? I know about Wikimedia Commons, about searching for Creative Commons licensed material on Flickr, and about some regional repositories such as the Washington State Digital Archives (where I work). What other good sources are out there? Google searches lead me to subscription databases of stock photos.
posted by LarryC on Sep 25, 2009 - 9 answers

Please help me really grok chemistry. [more inside]
posted by Vorteks on Sep 24, 2009 - 13 answers

teacherfites: I've been a pretty decent middle school special educator for a few years now, working with all kinds of disabilities but most of my kids have behavioral issues. Not to be overconfident, but want to mention I've been nominated as Teacher of the Year in my state, but more importantly, I've become the go-to confidante for almost all of my students. So far, so good. [more inside]
posted by dzaz on Sep 24, 2009 - 21 answers

Where/how does someone in their mid-20's with a typical liberal arts education (yay literature! boo math!) start working towards a career in the sciences? [more inside]
posted by domakesaypat on Sep 22, 2009 - 17 answers

"There are only two types of motion in the universe: oscillation or rotation and you can't have exclusively one without a trace of the other. That's the reason machines wear out." Does this statement statement have any basis in fact and can you tell me where it might have originated? [more inside]
posted by bonobothegreat on Sep 18, 2009 - 17 answers

Help me take control of my education! Law, cognitive science... [more inside]
posted by macg02 on Sep 16, 2009 - 4 answers

What do I do when I graduate if I know I don't want to pursue my undergraduate field? [more inside]
posted by sarahj on Sep 14, 2009 - 19 answers

How do I become an amazing, inspiring, organized, respected, and effective teacher? What did your favorite teacher do that set him/her apart? Your tips, anecdotes, and resources (particularly online) are appreciated. [more inside]
posted by acidic on Sep 13, 2009 - 22 answers

How do I make a "second career" transition from a field where I have built 7+ years of expertise without being pigeonholed? [more inside]
posted by seppyk on Sep 13, 2009 - 2 answers

Looking for help with British Columbia Ministry of Education Integrated Resource Package for Grade 2 curriculum. Is there a single document that outlines all of the learning outcomes for Grade 2? [more inside]
posted by KokuRyu on Sep 11, 2009 - 2 answers

Is there software that mimics a 'memory palace'? [more inside]
posted by ollyollyoxenfree on Sep 11, 2009 - 7 answers

What is the best method of putting academic papers on the internet? [more inside]
posted by huskerdont on Sep 9, 2009 - 14 answers

A friend is teaching a "Multicultural Education and Identity" class in a high-school setting, and asked me for advice, so I'm asking you, hive. I would like a broad spectrum of anti-discrimination educational resources and materials, for ages 12-adult. Interested particularly in racism, classism, able-ism, and privilege. [more inside]
posted by pseudostrabismus on Sep 4, 2009 - 11 answers

I've taken responsibility for a very small children's library and I'd love your ideas for making it awesome. [more inside]
posted by serazin on Sep 3, 2009 - 14 answers

What resources (films, books, websites) can I share with my 13 y/o daughter who has expressed a recent keen admiration and care for the American soldier from the Vietnam War era to the present? [more inside]
posted by keith0718 on Sep 3, 2009 - 22 answers

I'm trying to organize a series of classes based on a collaborative learning environment, but I need some information about how a non-hierarchical classroom could actually work. [more inside]
posted by soma lkzx on Sep 3, 2009 - 4 answers

I'm trying to decide whether to go to business school (I was admitted to a top 5 school in the US), or earn an academic masters program on a full fellowship in Europe. I have to decide right away, as school is about to start and I just can't resolve my concerns. I'm not sure how much of a business person I am (although I've done some entrepreneurial things in the past). I just graduated from college (although I'm a bit over the traditional age), and I'm not really sure what I want to do with my life. Business school costs about $100k. The free masters program is much more academic -- and I'm eager to live abroad. How do I approach this decision? I've made pro and con lists, meditated, "listened to my heart" and so many things. My mind changes every five minutes as I think about different aspects of the decision. Help! I'm not sure what I "want to be when I grow up". When I was a kid, I wanted to be a lawyer and a writer -- and if I go to business school, I close the door on being a lawyer. I still want to explore a lot of things, and I'm afraid of being so much in debt when I go off to do that. On the other hand, I want to be economically secure and do have interests in entrepreneurship and other business careers.
posted by anonymous on Sep 2, 2009 - 19 answers