January 28th, 2011 
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Furthering Your Professional Education – After You Have Started Your Career
By Amy Nutt
Both before and after you start a career, it is essential to continue to develop your knowledge and skill base. We live in a world where change comes at the drop of a hat– new technologies, new methods, new ways of thinking. These sorts of changes impact all aspects of the business world. No matter what field you work in, your ability to continue to perform at a high standard of professionalism will always be tied to an active participation in professional education activities throughout your career.
The type of continuing professional education that is most beneficial for you will, of course, depend on your personal career goals. If you are seeking to move to a higher level position, you may benefit from pursuing an advanced degree. Obtaining an advanced degree is a time consuming process that, for working adults, can be mentally and physically exhausting. Fortunately, though, there are many degree programs designed specifically to meet the content and scheduling needs of working adults.
The industry in which you work also impacts the type of professional education that might be right for you. Today many industries, such as healthcare and banking, are feeling the effects of increased competition. Therefore, customer service and sales training are likely to be beneficial to both your ability to keep up with industry changes as well as to become eligible for promotions.
Technological changes that impact your job also necessitate professional education for working professionals. Those who desire to move ahead in their careers, as well as those who simply need to maximize skills related to current job performance, definitely need to keep up with technological changes that impact their jobs and their industry. As newer versions of computer applications software are introduced to the market, the very skills needed to perform one’s job on a daily basis will change. Technological changes are affecting all industries faster today than ever before. Smart professionals know that it is in their best interest to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to learning how to utilize new technology.
Learning is a lifelong process, especially for professionals who want to achieve maximum career success. Those who don’t engage in continuing professional education tend to become complacent– and they often stagnate in their careers. To enjoy success, it is vital to continue to grow and develop as a professional throughout your career.
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How can I become an educational software expert (specialist)?
I would like to make my carrier field as educational software development, because I am both technically and creatively skilled person.
I am a digital artist, also an engineer (Iformation Technology). So I fould the educational software as the best field for me to club both of my creative and technical skills.
Can any one help me in finding the proper toolset (softwares/ technologies I should master) so that I can develop and destribute professional quality educational softwares?
learn computer languages start with HTML then Javascript then PHP and then start learning software languages like Python or Vbs
General Advice about where 2 do my second Masters or first PhD. or some other type of educational improvement?
Greetings:
My question is about professional development and addresses what I should do next educationally. I am 51, teaching at a Community College in the Middle East and I’ve these qualifications (from Canadian Universities unless noted otherwise):
BA – Linguistics & English
B. Ed. – English & Linguistics (High School Level)
B. of Special Ed. – Specialization in Reading (all grades & levels)
CELTA certificate from a certified Canadian private institute
Masters of Applied Ling. (TESOL) via Distance Ed., Macquarie U., Sydney, Australia.
I am well paid presently but I will be moving on after about 2 years so I am thinking about job prospects internationally (but especially in Canada) when I am older or even over 60. With this factor & with other factors noted below, this might be a good time to further upgrade my skills.
I would like to continue to upgrade my academic skills. However, to avoid wasting resources on the wrong academic path, what are perhaps the best areas to improve myself based on present Canadian and globally trends?
Although, I’m content teacher, I’d like to attempt school administration given the opportunity. I’ve been told that a MBA (Educational Administration or Management) is the route to follow for this career path but is this correct?
Thirdly, after living in the Middle East for over 9 years, I have acquired some knowledge of Arabic & also of Islam. Can anyone see how these 2 areas can be worked into any kind of educational upgrading?
That’s it for now and I look forward to reading your responses.
Should I turn down a job offer?
I interviewed at two companies this past week. I’ve received a job offer from Company A. The interview with Company B went extremely well.
Company A gave me a verbal offer on Friday afternoon, and gave me the weekend to think about it before we discuss the terms on Monday morning. Here are the details:
Company A
Public Sector Consulting
Pay will most likely be appr. $10K higher than Company B.
Generous health insurance plan
Flex spending
401k
Educational Assistance
Professional Development Programs
1 hour commute
Company B
State University
Low pay
Great benefits
Haven’t heard back, but I just interviewed with them yesterday
15 min. commute
Company B is more aligned with what I want to do in the long term, which is to be an IT Business Analyst. The role for Company A is more administrative, dealing with contracts, reconciliations, invoices. The role for Company B is technical, involving requirements documents, end user support, etc. What should I do?
It sounds like Company B offers work that you would find stimulating. Money is important, but you might be bored with the work at Company A.
So it depends which is more important to you right now. If B takes you further along your career path, you may be able to move on from B in 2 years to a higher-paying job in the same industry.
Is there perhaps a Company C you can approach, in the same field as B, which is offering a salary closer to A’s?
I would not accept A’s offer and then renege (go back) on it. It’s a small world and it’s well-known that that will quickly earn someone a bad reputation. Networking is the best way to get good jobs, so you want to protect your rep.
A useful approach is to make a List of everything you want in a job. Where it is (how long commute), what the office environment is like, benefits, pay, kind of work, etc. etc. It’s amazing how you’ll find something that lines up with your list. The first step is being clear on what you want and having the courage to reject things that aren’t that. Or to identify something that’s a very close stepping stone to it.
Good luck and let me know if you have other questions.
Educated, Experienced USAF Veteran looking for Business Development position, please help?
I served in the USAF for 12 years, have bachelors degrees and 2 years experience working for an Investment Banking firm , I’m seeking a Business Development position, my resume & background could not be more solid, I’ve seen many adds claiming to have preferential hiring programs for prior military, but I’ve experienced quite the opposite, most civillians do not relate or interpet military experience to be valuable or correlate to civillian sector skills, I get questions like do you have leadership experience, well I led over 75 troops into combat utilizing high-tech complex communications and weapons systems, synergized all of the planning, logistics to ensure all objectives were met, does that count for leadership, I’ve managed 100s of personnel, 100+ million dollars worth of equipment, I can fill 50 pages of professional, educational, etc accomplishments, oh by the way in my first year as civillian managed and created over $80 Million dollars of new business- Frustrated Vet
join the air force
Can a teacher or professor PLEASE answer these questions for me?
I have an assignment to interview an educational professional, but i did not know that it was due this Friday. I emailed two of my professors but they are to busy to answer theses on such short notice…. someone please help?
1. How do you handle classroom discipline?
2. What are your thoughts on team-teaching?
3. What interests do you pursue outside of the classroom?
4.When did you decide to become a teacher, and why did you choose this field?
5.What do you think is the greatest challenge facing students today?
6.How would you deal with a student who regularly miss your class?
7. If most of the students in your class failed an assignment, test, or project, how would you respond?
8. Describe your best professional development experience.
9. What role do cell phones play in your classroom?
10.What is your favorite subject to teach? Why?
could you also tell me what Degrees you have and from what colleges did you receive them, and where else have you taught?
1) Classroom discipline is a unique thing. I try to make sure my classroom is a positive environment, maintaining an anti-bullying policy and promoting positive behavior management. On a regular basis I call home for positive behavior, and try to limit the negative calls. This has improved student behavior. For those instances of disruptive behavior, I will generally move the student to a new location. If that fails to get the desired result, I will speak with the student in as private a setting as possible (quiet voices in the hallway). If that fails, I will have no choice but to send the student out and call home. Usually I don’t have to get to that point. I also base my classroom on reciprocated respect. If I’m allowed, so are my students. They respond positively to that. For example, I will drink water or have a snack once in a while. As long as they clean up after themselves, students have the same perk.
2) I’m neither for nor against team teaching. I haven’t had the opportunity to team teach.
3) I am an avid reader and enjoy picking up new books as well as re-reading some of my favorite series. I also engage in outdoor activities such as hiking.
4) I enjoy the learning process and watching the connections materialize. I also enjoying being a witness to the maturation of the student, seeing them become more adept and knowledgeable about a subject, and able to think critically about their own lives and subject matter. I was also inspired by a few of my own teachers.
5) Apathy is one of the greatest challenges facing students today. They automatically assume that the subject does not apply to them, that it’s not important, or that they’re not smart enough to be able to succeed. Students in my area also don’t want to be seen as a ‘school boy’ or a ‘school girl’ and don’t make as much effort as they possibly could. It’s also exceedingly difficult to combat apathy and a general disaffection when they have to rush home for fear of being shot.
6) I have students who regularly miss my class. I tell them of the work we missed, give them the time to complete it, and when they don’t, call home and let the parents know that their attendance is affecting the grade.
7) I would like to say that I would re-teach the material, but it’s not always feasible. I do go over the test with the students and, if I have the time, review the material that they did the poorest on.
9) A near constant frustration. I carry mine in my pocket, and it’s not always on vibrate. I know that, and as such I grant some lee-way to my students. Additionally the clock in my room is never accurate – it even spasms on the hour in an effort to fix itself – and as such will look the other way when they pull their phones out to check the time. There are occasions in which I’ve had to confiscate a cell phone for inappropriate use, but that’s been few and far between. The students generally respect my requirements of them and their phones.
10) I absolutely adore History. I’ve taught Ancient World to 6th graders, Medieval World to 7th graders, and U.S. History to 8th graders. Though the Medieval world has more projects and activities, I like the subject matter of U.S. history more. It’s also a greater challenge to come up with engaging activities that will not only entertain but to also teach. I like history because of the depth and breadth of the subject, to see the connections across space and time is fascinating. I enjoy watching the students realize those connections.
I did my student teaching at Jordan High School in Long Beach but truly began my teaching career at Lynwood Middle School. After teaching there for a year I was hired to fill a position at Edison Middle School in Los Angeles, Ca.
As for degrees, I hold a Bachelors in History from Cal State Long Beach which is where I got my Credential from as well.