A bigger federal role in college funding

A bigger federal role in college funding
The proposal would tie Pell Grants to inflation for the first time and make the government the direct lender for all federally backed student loans.

The government proposes to take on a greatly expanded role in making college affordable and in ensuring that students earn degrees or credentials.

Ark. lawmakers eye grade inflation lotto rule

Ark. lawmakers eye grade inflation lotto rule

Lawmakers working on a bill creating lottery-funded scholarships say they're considering easing a restriction that would exclude students who graduate from schools that have been cited by the state for grade ...

The Ultimate Guide to Using Open Courseware

The Ultimate Guide to Using Open Courseware
Another informative collection of categorized and annotated resource links for self-directed learning--this listing was compiled by Gartheeban Ganeshapillai. I especially like the inclusive scope of this listing. ___JH

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"While you can't get college credit for taking open courseware classes, you can make the most of the information and education they offer both in personal and professional aspects of your life. After all, even if you're not working towards a degree, taking the same courses as those in the ivy league can't possibly hurt you and may even be able to better keep you informed and on the cutting edge of what's going on in your field. So how can you make the most of these free online courses? Here are resources we've collected that can help you search for classes, find information and learn everything you need to know about how open courseware works."

The long road back

The English High School, a historic icon and once one of Boston's premier learning institutions, has become one of the city's worst schools. This year, it must improve or face closure. This story is the first of several about the students, teachers, and headmaster at English as they try to reverse the school's troubled course. Continue reading ...