Here are some more vintage ads for correspondent courses, this time focusing on the more unusual course options…
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Before the Internet, people who didn’t have the time or money to attend in-person classes used to learn long distance through something called “the mail.” Read the rest of this entry »

College application essays can be nerve-wracking affairs, but some schools (particularly the University of Chicago) try to ease the tension with lighthearted, creative and just plain odd questions. Depending on your personality, though, this sort of essay might make you even more stressed. Try practicing on these past examples, the oddest of the odd college application essay questions.

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Coursesmart, a joint venture of five college textbook publishers, has produced this nifty video showcasing the potential of e-textbooks in conjunction with tablet PCs. Read the rest of this entry »

You spend much of your life on your computer, so why not use it to celebrate the holidays? Here are a dozen or so websites and online tools to let you do just that. Enjoy this holiday season in virtual splendor!

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