Lifestyle & Trends - Education

Preparing the work force America's economy requires

America does not have the work force necessary for the economy it has and needs. That was the conclusion of the Commission on the Future of Higher Education in 2006. In order to reach the competitive level called for, greater attention must be given to the 54 million adults who have some college, but no degree. Read More

Going back to college? Chase your passion, not a paycheck

Given current economic conditions, it's no surprise that many people are considering going back to college either to pursue a more advanced degree in their field or to change fields altogether. There is a process you can follow to be smart about returning to college. Read More

Alternative college credit: How you can make life experience count

Maybe you've even seen ads online for "life experience" degrees. The bad news is that you can't earn an entire degree based on your life experiences, no matter how varied or exciting that experience is. The good news is there are ways to make professional or military experience count toward college credit. Read More

Make school lunches and snacks nutritious and fun

As kids head back to school, parents are faced with the dilemma of finding foods to pack for lunch and snacks that kids want to eat and that are good for them. Most snacks available in the grocery stores are full of fat, sugar and/or salt with little nutritional benefit, so finding healthy choices that kids are willing to eat isn't always an easy task. Read More

Rethinking college because of the cost? Studies show you're not alone

It wasn't that long ago that a summer job could pay for next year's college tuition. Now, by working a summer job while you're in college, you might be able to cover a few credits and a couple months' rent. Read More

Create a kids room that inspires learning and creativity

As the cold weather approaches, kids spend less time outdoors burning off all that wonderful energy. There's an easy and inexpensive way to turn any room into an environment that fosters your child's learning and creativity. What's even better: You are very likely to think, "it's too quiet in there," while the kids play intently in their new space. Read More

Create a comfy 'school zone' for studying at home

With the arrival of the new school year, now is the perfect time to "zone out" and get your family and your home in gear by creating a comfortable, yet functional study zone in your home. Read More

Five time-saving tips for simplifying your back-to-school routine

As summer winds down, it means fewer backyard barbecues, shorter days, and most of all, kids headed back to school. The transition from summer to school can be daunting for any parent and each year it seems the to-do list gets longer. Lisa Gurry, one of Working Mother Magazine's 2009 Moms of the Year, has some ideas with the help of Bing.com that can make it a bit more manageable this fall. Read More

Learning the theory behind color harmony

Good taste in color combinations may contribute to your talent for art or graphic design, but it's important to learn color theory to expand your design potential. Color harmony is an aspect of color theory that's especially relevant to graphic design because it addresses how to create visually appealing color schemes. Following is a basic overview of color harmony and how you can use it to your advantage. Read More

Teach your children about good money management

Children learn the basics - math, English and science - at school. But when it comes to learning about saving and spending money wisely, the lessons begin at home. Read More