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Adults expected to benefit from new computerized testing SACRAMENTO, Calif., April 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- In striving to offer more adults without a high school diploma an opportunity to obtain a high school credential, as well as basic technology skills, California recently partnered with GED Testing Service to offer the GED test on computer. Online registration, scheduling and testing is now available to test-takers. (Logo:...
In Focus with Martin Sheen will highlight groups that are working to reverse alarming literacy rates in the United States. Only one in five Americans have the highest level of reading comprehension. Hollywood, CA (PRWEB) September 10, 2012 The producers of In Focus Martin Sheen are pleased to announce a new effort to highlight programs around the country that are helping adults learn the essential skill of reading. In Focus with Martin Sheen is an independently produced television program...
NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Last week a federal judge in the Southern District of New York issued an order that crippled one large and complex diploma mill engaged in online fraud. In its ruling, the court found that Amjad Pervaiz, Asif Sarwar Safi and AZM Technologies operated at least 32 individual websites under various names to lure unsuspecting adult learners into paying hundreds, and sometimes thousands, of dollars for bogus online GED test credentials. (Logo:...
WASHINGTON, Aug. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- GED Testing Service announced the launch of GED Marketplace, a first-of-its-kind collaboration in adult education and GED testing. GED Marketplace is a safe and secure, one-stop shop for adult learners looking for GED testing and adult education study materials online. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120322/PH74825LOGO ) "Nothing like this has ever existed before," said Nick Laul, vice president of strategy and business...
FRANKFURT, Ky., Aug. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- In striving to provide more adult learners throughout the state with a high school credential and basic technology skills, Kentucky Adult Education (KYAE) is partnering with GED Testing Service to offer the GED test on computer. Online registration and scheduling is now available and testing will begin on August 20, 2012. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120322/PH74825LOGO) "As society integrates technology into almost...
BOSTON, June 26, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Through inspirational stories from Road Scholar participants, supported by the latest research in the fields of psychology and neuroscience, author Peter Spiers, senior vice president of Road Scholar, shows how to build an enriching lifestyle on the foundation of favorite activities in the new book "Master Class: Living Longer, Stronger, and Happier" (Center Street, June 2012). (Photo:...
BALTIMORE, June 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Creating portable classrooms to bring the joy of reading to the community. Supporting adult basic and English literacy programs. Helping students reduce summer learning loss. Teaching computer literacy skills. And providing tutoring services to children with dyslexia. Nonprofits in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia that provide these important services will be able to do even more, thanks to nearly...
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., April 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Road Scholar, the not-for-profit world leader in educational travel, and Del Webb, the nation's largest builder of active adult communities, have joined forces to provide learning and travel experiences for Del Webb residents in more than 50 communities across 20 states. This newly forged relationship will add further value to the active, enriching lifestyle that is emblematic of the Del Webb brand. "Del Webb research and...
The Rio Salado College downtown grand opening showcases educational opportunities, green initiatives and state of the art sustainable facilities supporting non-traditional students. Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) April 06, 2012 Rio Salado College invites the community to celebrate the opening of its downtown location at 619 N. 7th Avenue on Tuesday, April 10 beginning at 8:00 a.m. The event will include a welcome reception with refreshments, short program, ceremonial ribbon cutting and tours of the...
NEW YORK, March 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Union Settlement Association (www.unionsettlement.org) announced today that it has received a $20,000 grant from the Verizon Foundation to support the continuation of Union Settlement's technology education and computer labs in East Harlem. Union Settlement currently operates three technology labs which together serve over 3,000 participants in its youth, adult and senior programs. "This wonderful grant supports Union Settlement's...
