May 17, 2012

Excellence in Education, Leadership in Practice

Excellence in Education, Leadership in Practice is published in conjunction with The California Southern University Forum for Excellence in Psychology.

Of Mini-Celebrity and Micro-Fame

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Upon publishing their first book, mental health care professionals might find fame and fortune to be elusive. However, properly marketing and promoting one’s work can yield significant, tangible results.   After I published my first book, I encountered three big … [Read more...]

A Look Inside the CalSouthern Library: 20 Key Features

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It’s a topic that many prospective students overlook, but the quality of an online university’s library is an absolutely critical factor in assessing the institution’s commitment to scholarship and student support. The CalSouthern Library—led by American Library Association-certified … [Read more...]

The Realities of Online Higher Education, Part Two: The Faculty Perspective

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In Part One of this two-part exploration of the realities of online learning, we interviewed four recent graduates of California Southern University to gauge their opinions on a variety of critical issues relating to online higher education. In Part Two, we delve into faculty members’ perspectives … [Read more...]

The Dirty (Half) Dozen – Exploding Six Myths About Online Education

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As might be expected in any groundbreaking field, a number of misconceptions have arisen regarding online higher education. Unfortunately, they do a great disservice to current and prospective students, alumni, hiring managers, and many others, all in addition to the institutions … [Read more...]

Five Keys to Online Law School Success

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The online study of law is convenient, allowing busy adult professionals to study on their own schedules, without compromising their work and family lives. It’s also affordable: at CalSouthern, you can earn your Juris Doctor (JD) for less than $300 per credit hour—a fraction of the cost of … [Read more...]

The Value of a DETC-Accredited Degree

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You might say the Washington, DC-based Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) has a healthy obsession with data. Driven to assess, evaluate, and optimize its own performance and that of its member institutions, the DETC (which has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a … [Read more...]

The Realities of Online Education, Part One: The Learners’ Perspective

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As online higher education continues to grow and gain acceptance across the country and around the world, questions—and misconceptions—remain. How does the faculty-student relationship compare to that found in the traditional university setting? Is the learning methodology effective? Is the … [Read more...]