I am taking the Praxix II - Elementary Education (0014) this Saturday. Needless to say, I'm a bit behind in studying. The good news is that I am on vacation this week and have some time to dedicate to the cause. Also, I took my Praxis I in November and scored very well, I am looking for guidance on how to study for the inevitable history, science and theory questions that I have not thought about in the 13 years since I graduated college. I did purchase the REA book, have completed 2 practice tests and am copying the answers I got wrong onto notecards. Does it sound like I am on the right track?
posted on Apr 23, 2008 - 5 answers

This year's my final year of my degree. My psychologist asked me if I had any plans for next year. My original plan fell apart, so now I don't really have anything. Hmm. What could I look into? [more inside]
posted on Apr 15, 2008 - 8 answers

What do I do with my life after college? I want to do something I don't hate, and might even like. I want YOUR suggestions and ideas. [more inside]
posted on Feb 7, 2008 - 8 answers

Looking for help finding work as an instructional designer in social services fields in the American Southwest. [more inside]
posted on Nov 22, 2007 - 2 answers

Any electricians/electrician's apprentices out there (or anyone with appropriate knowledge) mind sharing their thoughts about the field? [more inside]
posted on Oct 11, 2007 - 7 answers

How do I become a business tycoon? [more inside]
posted on Sep 16, 2007 - 22 answers

Help me find employers willing to train smart, talented folks in a new field. [more inside]
posted on Aug 16, 2007 - 5 answers

I've been out of work for a number of years, by choice, staying at home to raise my kids. I have a Bachelor's in Education with a minor in English from back in 19mumblemumbleyear, and even if it were up-to-date, my life has taken a different turn, and I don't feel that teaching is for me any more. With this kind of background, if I don't teach, I am pretty much, as one of my English teachers once put it, an "educated un-employable." What further education do I need to be taken seriously as I re-enter the workforce? [more inside]
posted on May 19, 2007 - 7 answers

I'm a college sophomore on my way to a CS Major / Religion Minor. Apparently my initial career options (just from that major) are a little bit better than my English-major friends. But I'd much rather make interesting things than work in a cubicle. How do I do this? [more inside]
posted on May 13, 2007 - 13 answers

I'm stuck in a contracting loop and I need career advice :( I'm about to finish up a 9 month contract at a major pharmaceutical. I was on contract for 6-months and got extended the final 3. Before that I was out of work for a few months after being laid off from my previous job. That involved supporting remote synchronization software as well as SQL work. I graduated with a major in Information Studies and I've worked help desk positions in the past. [more inside]
posted on Apr 30, 2007 - 6 answers

Yet another, "I don't know what I want to be when I grow up" filter. I think I want to be a nurse. [more inside]
posted on Apr 19, 2007 - 14 answers

What can I do in social work and/or education that doesn't require a social work/education degree? [more inside]
posted on Apr 17, 2007 - 13 answers

ComputerScienceCarreerFilter, CrystalBallFilter: I'm shortly going to transition from a Community college to a four-year university - Hopefully in pursuit of a BS degree in Computer Science. Which specializations are good for job security and income potential? [more inside]
posted on Apr 9, 2007 - 14 answers

From what industries are the green/sustainable jobs emerging? Are there educational programs in place to meet the potential demand? [more inside]
posted on Apr 5, 2007 - 8 answers

Canadian journalists: how important is getting an MJ? (and other career advice) [more inside]
posted on Feb 16, 2007 - 16 answers

I'm at a crossroads, career-wise. I don't know where to go from where I'm at, or even where I *could* go. Back to school? Certifications? Keep contracting? Help! [more inside]
posted on Jan 18, 2007 - 5 answers

Given the following choices, which would you say is the one that takes the least effort & time to complete, but still has a significant benefit to someone looking for a job? I suppose that any of these would satisfy my curiosity, but I'm looking to satisfy the above requirements I've listed too. 1) CPA 2) CFA 3) MBA 4) JD 5) MA (assume a 36 credit program) 6) Certificate in "X" - examples Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Certificate in Financial Analysis Certificate in Accounting [more inside]
posted on Jan 6, 2007 - 11 answers

Are there any good graphics design schools in South Carolina? [more inside]
posted on Nov 12, 2006 - 4 answers

Is it OK for me to smoke marijuana every day? [more inside]
posted on Nov 12, 2006 - 59 answers

What should I get an M.A. in? [more inside]
posted on Sep 19, 2006 - 19 answers

I need a masters degree to build credibility and transition from the financial services industry to working in educational services/public policy...but, financial services will go nicely with my goal to offer practical curriculum in schools (dealing with the all too often ignored topics of financial & character based education). [more inside]
posted on Aug 21, 2006 - 6 answers

Security Clearance/Foreign Service-filter: I'm thinking of a career in the Foreign Service when I get out of college (T-minus 4 years), which I am just now entering. While metafilter has had questions about this before, but my situation is am bit different (so I'm hoping the Foreign Service mefites from those threads can chime in). The most important distinction is that I'm looking to be a Security Engineering Officer, or in some other sort of engineering related role (which falls under "Management" I believe) not a diplomat. Much more after the jump... [more inside]
posted on Aug 8, 2006 - 12 answers

I have always been very interested in education and wonder if I began teaching, if it would open up some interesting job opportunities later on that are different from being a teacher? [more inside]
posted on Jul 18, 2006 - 18 answers

I've been toying with the idea of going back to school for a graduate degree in linguistics. I know the academic job market for linguists is terrible — about as small and tight as they get these days, from what I hear. But what can you tell me about the non-academic job market? Other than speech pathology, are there any branches of linguistics that are in demand in the real world? [more inside]
posted on Jun 1, 2006 - 12 answers

What are some cool/interesting grad school programs for someone with a B.S. in physics and 7 years of programming experience but which would be outside of those fields. [more inside]
posted on May 11, 2006 - 8 answers

ReDoFilter: Is it a good idea to go back to college? [more inside]
posted on Apr 24, 2006 - 23 answers

Which database certifications would be most useful, from the point of view of employability? [more inside]
posted on Apr 12, 2006 - 5 answers

I live in the big city, but I want some days on the mountains - how can I get the qualifications I need to become an outdoor educator? [more inside]
posted on Mar 30, 2006 - 6 answers

Have you attended the Stanford Graduate School of Business Summer Institute for General Management? How was your experience? If you are an employer in the financial sector, how much more inclined would you be to consider a job applicant with a non-business degree who had attended the SI?
posted on Mar 15, 2006 - 0 answers

I’ve been chronically underemployed since I graduated from college. At the moment I am at home with my infant son, which will be my primary employment probably for the next 2-3 years. I want to start preparing now to improve my career potential down the line. Right now I’m pursuing creative ambitions, but they aren’t necessarily practical and it seems sensible to keep an eye on the pragmatic. [more inside]
posted on Dec 8, 2005 - 16 answers

How can I become a community college or contunuing ed instructor? [more inside]
posted on Oct 12, 2005 - 5 answers

What is a good book for beginning physics? [more inside]
posted on Sep 2, 2005 - 13 answers

Should I go back to school to be a nurse? [more inside]
posted on Aug 1, 2005 - 13 answers

My 14 year old cousin has expressed an interest in pursuing a career as a clothing designer. What sorts of things can she do now to improve her potential for success in this career path? How will her performance in highschool affect her chances? I'm thinking that a good start would be to get in touch with the better art schools (although I'm not sure which those are) and find out what they look for in admission requirements...
posted on May 2, 2005 - 13 answers

I am in the last semester of my undergraduate years, and am facing the prospect of 'real life' in a few months. I live in Los Angeles and am planning on pursuing music and screenwriting as a career, but obviously will need to work to support myself while I pursue these unlikely options. I am wondering what suggestions people have as to what jobs would pay a living wage relatively quickly without much experience...[more inside]
posted on Jan 11, 2005 - 15 answers

What's it like being an architect? What are the fun tasks, the dull ones, and the tedious ones? As an architect in the US, is it hard to be artistically 'independent'; are most architects there doomed to designing cookie-cutter McMansions? Have you ever considered a different profession? If so, what? How does one go from an undergraduate to a full-fledged architect (i.e., what sort of schooling, certification and jobs do you need to become an architect in the US). Finally, what are some schools in the US for architectural training, or how do I go about finding them myself? Answers to any, some or all of these questions would be much appreciated.
posted on Nov 19, 2004 - 17 answers

My friend has an interview for a job as librarian at a dental school. His background is in the humanities. Can anybody clue him in about what resources are used in this field, and point him to books or websites that would help him to learn about dentistry? Are there any 'hot topics' in dentistry he should be aware of?
posted on Dec 27, 2003 - 2 answers