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 Teachers could see their paychecks affected by how well their students do on standardized tests
Many individuals enter careers in teaching in order to make a difference in their students' lives by helping them succeed academically. The nation is currently pushing for education reform to ensure that students are receiving the best tutorials possible, enabling them to carry their knowledge throughout their lives. 
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Individuals with Careers in Teaching Get Personalized Books with the Help of Technology
02 March 2010

 Paper textbooks may be a thing of the past
As technology continues to advance, those with careers in teaching are finding themselves having to adapt their curriculum to the newest software offerings. Many teachers and professors are using the latest technological devices to offer an interactive experience for their students, hoping to engage them in the lessons. Read more..

Teachers May Have to Boost Their Lessons to Prepare Students for Careers
23 February 2010

 Teachers may have to focus more in math and reading
As many potential employers are beginning to require more academic credentials to fill jobs, some are worried that may they not fit the bill. Additionally, the public school system has come under scrutiny for not preparing students enough for the real world. Although college is where the majority of career training takes place, president Obama believes that it should begin in the K-12 system, which could ultimately affect how teachers instruct their students. Read more..

Los Angeles May Cut School Days to Save Careers in Teaching
15 February 2010

 This move could shorten Los Angeles students' school year, but save thousands of jobs
Although there is a national need for careers in teaching, many state budgets are preventing school districts from hiring on more workers. In addition to this problem, a number of teachers are in danger of being let go because their education system cannot afford to keep them on salary. Some states have asked for extra funding to ensure this problem dissipates, however, some education officials deem a few proposed methods of saving money to be unconventional. Read more..

Program Looks to Bring More People to Careers in Nursing
10 February 2010

 Program looks to help more people become nurses
Many individuals are interested in a higher rate of job security. As various industries continue to be affected by the financial crisis, a number of individuals are worried about their jobs, specifically wondering if they may be among those who are cut due to budget constraints. Because of this, a variety of individuals are heading back to school in order to pursue careers or other interests. Read more..

OSU Looks to Change Tenure Requirement for Careers in Teaching
09 February 2010

 Professors receive tenure based on their published works
Individuals who are interested in careers in teaching in a university setting generally have to earn tenure in order to be guaranteed job security. A number of institutions maintain strict guidelines of requirements for achieving tenure, including how long someone has worked there, how much work they've had published and their teaching success rate. Read more..

Obama's New Education Reform Plan Could Mean Changes for Careers in Teaching
02 February 2010

 New plan looks to reward teachers for helping students succeed
An education career can be a very rewarding profession for those who are interested in making a difference in a child's life. Teaching can provide individuals with a plethora of knowledge, which is one of the reasons it's one of the most popular professions in the country. People who are interested in sharing their knowledge with the world should consider a career in teaching. Read more..

Florida Governor Looks to Create More Careers in Education
26 January 2010

 The funding could potentially lead to more teachers
Considered to be one of the more rewarding professions by many, teaching is one of the most sought-after careers for adults. As one of the top 10 desired college majors, education is a popular career choice. Unfortunately, education budgets are not what they used to be due to the recession, causing many teachers to lose their jobs or take pay cuts. Additionally, many individuals are not able to find teaching jobs as school districts enact hiring freezes. Read more..

A Career as a Nurse Educator May be in High Demand
25 January 2010

 RNs can be used to train other nurses
The health care industry has been a large part of the national employment rise. Several states are reporting to having a high demand for nurses, leading the field to be one of the most sought-after careers for those who are looking for job security. Not only is the nursing profession one of the fastest-growing careers, but nurse educators are in the top tier for demand. Read more..


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