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Check out the new list of online college profiles. All online colleges in this directory are regionally accredited, the most widely accepted form of accreditation in the United States. Note:...

from @ About.com Distance Learning

Parents often turn to tutors for advice about how to help their child at home A tutor will come across as more professional and knowledgeable if he or she has immediate ideas that can be either verbally explained or even presented to the parent in writing Feel free to offer the following tips to parents inquiring about supporting their child at home...

from @ Education Articles At iSnare.com

Often new tutors find themselves nervous and intimidated when it comes to following up on leads and building their clientele from scratch Some may feel like a salesperson and feel awkward promoting their services and trying to “land” customers This awkwardness may result in a less than professional initial consultation with a potential customer and a lack of business down the road...

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Another good interview: The Book Thief author, Markus Zusak speaks with The Guardian about when, why, and how he writes. There's also a bit about what he's working on...

from @ About.com Contemporary Literature

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jhumpa Lahiri speaks with The Atlantic about her latest book of short stories, Unaccustomed Earth, available April 1. Also discussed is her prose style, her favorite authors,...

from @ About.com Contemporary Literature