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	<title>Central Asia Blog &#187; Education</title>
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		<title>Adults Returning to Education</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 02 Apr 2011 12:29:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ayla</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Education is essential for every human being. We cannot survive in this world without education. It is in the best interest of the governments of every nation to ensure that at least basic education is provided to all their citizens. There are several socio-economic reasons that lead many people to discontinue their studies when they [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Education is essential for every human being. We cannot survive in this world without education. It is in the best interest of the governments of every nation to ensure that at least basic education is provided to all their citizens.</p>
<p>There are several socio-economic reasons that lead many people to discontinue their studies when they are young. Most of them may have had burning desires to continue their education further, but their commitments to their families or their economic status may have been a hindrance to their continuing their studies.</p>
<p>Many of these adults who were dropouts from the schools in their childhood yearn to continue their education at a later and more convenient time. This has lead to the development of several adult education programs worldwide. These adult education programs come as a boon to those adults looking to complete what education they&#8217;ve left incomplete.</p>
<p>When the government started these adult education programs, initially there was not a lot of response to such programs from most people. They were very reluctant to join such programs.</p>
<p>Though many of them wanted to make an attempt, they were not sure whether they could pick up their educational threads at that age. The governments had to take a lot of steps to encourage people to join.</p>
<p>There is a saying that is very popular, and can apply to many different situations: &#8220;better late than never.&#8221; Many adults have realized the importance and necessity of education and have come forward to enroll themselves in the many adult education programs available. They consider it a privilege to be able to educate themselves, even at an advanced stage of their lives.</p>
<p>These educational programs are organized by both government as well as voluntary institutions. Adult education programs not only provide basic education, they also guide their students towards higher education. These programs arrange financial aid and scholarships for students.</p>
<p>Adults can pursue their careers and enroll themselves in these programs simultaneously. This is made possible with the availability of online programs.</p>
<p>The people are provided with coursework that deals with politics, spirituality, self development, and other things. Adults usually tend to find these programs useful and interesting. They normally end up urging their relatives and friends to join these programs.</p>
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		<title>Interior Design Schools in Georgia</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 07:24:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Interior design schools gradually began to see a rise in the number of applicants a few years ago as worldwide TV channels began to pay more attention to homes and the way in which they were designed and decorated. Consumer culture actually had a massive impact on this trend, but nobody expected the explosion in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Interior design schools gradually began to see a rise in the number of applicants a few years ago as worldwide TV channels began to pay more attention to homes and the way in which they were designed and decorated. Consumer culture actually had a massive impact on this trend, but nobody expected the explosion in popularity that was to occur in the last two or three years. More companies are employing designers, public services and private facilities, while homeowners are employing experts rather than giving in to the call of DIY. As such, there are career options for designers out there but before you can start looking into that, you need to look into the best design programs in Georgia to attend instead!</p>
<p>Design programs are predominantly associated with northern cities, such as New York and Boston, as a result of the coverage they have received in the press and on various websites in recent years. However, that is not to say that southern states do not have their fair share of top schools. In fact, those in the southern states are often just as good as those in the north. With expansive schedules and fantastic classes that encompass all aspects of such practice, the best interior design schools in Georgia have given many successful designers the education they need to forge an illustrious career.</p>
<p>Georgia&#8217;s design schools are mainly located in Atlanta, the state capital. However, there are some of note elsewhere in the state. The information outlined below will give you a little information about the best interior design schools and courses available to you there so you will be able to begin your research on your options with a firm foundation. American InterContinental University in Buckhead &#8211; The interior design programs at this particular school are of a more basic nature than those elsewhere but can give you a firm foundation to build on. The practical basic skills are taught in a hands on way so you are able to build your confidence and your portfolio at the same time. They offer courses in drafting, materials, color, lighting, building systems, detailing, residential design and commercial design, amongst others.</p>
<p>Bauder College in Atlanta &#8211; A career based school, this is amongst the best interior design schools in Georgia because all classes are designed around the premise that to learn you have to be taught the theory and put it into practice. With day and evening classes available, the flexible program is ideal for those working as well as full time students. The Art Institute Of Atlanta &#8211; The ultimate in hands on degree courses can give you the best possible start in your interior design career and this is here to find it. The curriculum is honed to perfection and has been praised for its success rates so you can have absolute peace of mind if you enroll in this particular institution. Westwood College in Atlanta is perhaps the best interior design school for a comprehensive degree program. In addition to the usual basic design principles, drawing and drafting elements, there are also classes on safety, interior construction, space planning and computer aided design amongst others.</p>
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		<title>Afghanistan Education</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 09:18:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Crystal</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Afghanistan Education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Afghanistan Schools]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Education Sector]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[To achieve constant progress, Afghanistan has tried to overcome various problems and has successfully emerged up in many situations. Take its Education sector for instance. Plight of education in Afghanistan had seldom been fine, until King Zahir Shah came and took serious actions. King Zahir Shah (early to mid 20th Century) built primary schools for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>To achieve constant progress, Afghanistan has tried to overcome various problems and has successfully emerged up in many situations. Take its Education sector for instance. Plight of education in Afghanistan had seldom been fine, until King Zahir Shah came and took serious actions. King Zahir Shah (early to mid 20th Century) built primary schools for students under the age of 12, along with strengthening the secondary school system and increasing the number of national universities in Kabul. This move was a first step towards laying a stronger foundation for education. Though a large part of population still remained illiterate, it was a bold move nevertheless.</p>
<p>Then in the mid 1980s the country had around 800 primary schools, 300 general secondary schools and about 6500 students in Kabul University. Such low figures are due to the widespread destruction that took place, which also eliminated up to 80 percent of the schools and colleges. Resultant, a large portion of Afghanistan generation grew up without any formal schooling. The year 1996 once again marked a setback for Afghanistan education sector. The then Taliban regime most ferociously banned the education for females in Afghanistan and evolved mosque schools (madrassa) for primary and secondary education.</p>
<p>The 21st century has marked a shining phase in the Afghanistan Education. From a “no-education-for-girls”, the scenario shifted to “separate-education-for-girls”. In 2003, the girls and women shed off their camouflage and enrolled themselves in schools and colleges. Though they shared separate facilities, but they were given the right to study nonetheless. The transition is subtle, but sure. </p>
<p>Few of the named Universities of Afghanistan that have carved a niche in their education sector are as follows: Kabul University, American University of Afghanistan, National Military Academy of Afghanistan, Kabul Institute of Medicine, Polytechnic University of Kabul, University of Pedagogy. These estimable universities constitute a major chunk of illustrious scholars, and are gaining popularity with each passing day. Kabul University in itself presently holds 10,000 students, out of which 2000 are females. An educated mind is also an enlightened one. Hope the improvement in the Afghanistan education sector also paves the way for stronger community base.</p>
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