What is educational psychology? It is the study of learners and how they learn. Our Educational Psychology course examines the foundations of teaching, theories of learning, and child development. We analyze various teaching methods created to help educators understand the principles of learning in order for students to achieve success. We evaluate elements of student learning, methods of differentiation and assessment, and how to create effective learning environments.
This course introduces students to the study of Microeconomics by focusing on how we make choices in a world of scarce resources. We start by learning about the first analytical model in economics: supply, demand, and equilibrium. Next, we move on to discuss elasticity, choice, and competition, three key concepts in economics. We will discuss the positive and negative impacts of monopolies, and the steps government takes to regulate them. After this, we will learn about inequality in economic distribution, several labor issues, and how risk manifests within an economy....
This course introduces students to the study of Macroeconomics by focusing on how we make choices in a world of scarce resources. We start by learning about the first analytical model in economics: supply, demand, and equilibrium. Next, we move on to discuss elasticity and price, two key concepts in economics. The Macroeconomic perspective is then applied to economic growth, unemployment and inflation, and international trade and capital flows. The discussion then shifts to the principal Macroeconomic model, Aggregate Demand/Aggregate Supply, and how it is applied to the Keynesian...
Love working with children and want to learn techniques for supporting their development? Our Child Care Worker course provides practical advice to prepare you for your role as an educator of young children. Learn the principles of providing ultimate learning environments, developing engaging curricula for various developmental stages, meeting children’s social-emotional needs and interests, and communicating and interacting with parents and staff professionally. This course covers the historical influences on early childhood education as well as quality standards for programs and types of...
Leadership is a relational practice that is ever evolving. Our Leadership & Goal Attainment course provides a solid framework for learning how relational leadership is not just a theory or a buzzword, but a way of managing through relationship-building to bring out the very best in someone. This course will help you define your “why”, learn ways to set and achieve your goals. While it can be difficult to set truly meaningful and motivational goals, it is one of the most essential steps to success. Even more importantly, setting, working toward and achieving measurable goals is how we all...
To succeed in small business, you need great ideas, an entrepreneurial spirit, and competitive products or services. And one other thing: a good accounting system like QuickBooks. With our course you will learn how to track your sales and expenses all in one place and get reliable records for tax time. This QuickBooks course shows you how to use this popular business finance program to gain a clear view of your finances and keep your business in the black. Our course will help you make your bookkeeping workflow smoother and faster. Students will receive step-by-step instructions on how and...
Personal Fitness Trainer – Level 1 contains essential information for students interested in a career as a personal trainer. This course provides an introduction to the profession along with coverage of exercise physiology, biomechanics, anatomy, motor learning, and nutrition. In this Personal Fitness Trainer – Level 1 course you will learn how to establish goals for clients and assess strength, flexibility, and risk as well as develop resistance, cardiorespiratory and flexibility training programs. Learn to be a Personal Trainer and change people’s lives!
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Our Anatomy and Physiology course makes the difficult concepts of anatomy and physiology clear and easier to understand. Focusing on the normal structure and function of the human body and what the body does to maintain homeostasis, our course provides students with detailed illustrations and a variety of interactive learning tools to help establish an essential foundation for success in the care of the human body. Students will examine the skin, skeletal system, muscles, nervous system, sensory organs, the endocrine system and other human body structures and functions.
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Pharmacy Calculations provides a clear consistent format with a step-by-step approach to the calculation and administration of drug dosages. It covers the ratio and proportion, formula, and dimensional analysis methods. This course focuses on enhancing the learning experience of students at all levels by making content clinically applicable. Concepts relating to critical thinking, logical thinking, and process are presented throughout. Practice problems have been added throughout this course to give the students a better understanding of principles related to drug dosages.
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Veterinary Assistant training can help you make a difference in the lives of animals and the people who love them. Our course prepares you for a rewarding career working as a veterinary assistant in a veterinary hospital, animal shelter, zoo, university or other environment that requires a background in animal sciences.
This course provides a well-rounded, complete approach to learning the skills required in the field of veterinary assisting. The course begins with basic skills such as veterinary medical terminology and office procedures, and progresses to more advanced skills such as...
The field of psychology is fascinating! Psychology is the study of the mind and behavior. The goal of psychology is to understand individuals and groups. Psychologists want to know why people do what they do. The purpose of our course is to explore psychology's view of one of the most captivating and puzzling of all topics: ourselves. Its content is the story of the search for pieces of this puzzle and an account of how the pieces have begun to fit together. Its purpose is to teach. In our course, you will learn about the science of psychology, learning, consciousness, emotions, psychological...
Veterinary Medical Terminology provides a visual approach to learning medical terms and understanding the basics of veterinary medicine. A systematic process of breaking down medical terms into their component parts allows readers to comprehend the root medical concepts and apply critical thinking skills when faced with new and unfamiliar medical terminology. Case studies exemplify how medical terminology would be experienced in an actual veterinary practice.
The software provided with this course makes review of the concepts fun through the use of interactive games and audio...
Social psychologists investigate how we view ourselves and others, how we interact with others, how we influence others, and how we act when we are part of a group. Given the amount of time each of us spend thinking about and interacting with the people we encounter every day, much of our lives are spent with the subject matter of social psychology. You encounter social psychology in your day-to-day life, and a textbook on social psychology should reflect that. This course draws on experiences we might encounter to enhance learning of social psychological theories and concepts. Connections...
Are you interested in learning more about a travel agent career? Would you like to better understand travel and tourism jobs? Our Travel Agent and Tourism course can help you learn more about the daily life of a travel agent and take the first step in getting quality training.
Travel agent career professionals consistently help people plan family vacations, corporate trips, cruises, international travel, and specialty tours such as adventure vacations. Travel agents generally have access to important information regarding fares and discounts, and are knowledgeable about particular...
Group Exercise Instructor Level 1 contains essential information for students who are interested in developing their skills in creating an effective group exercise class. In a group fitness class, you can reach a large number of participants while providing a safe and fun environment. This course provides an introduction to the profession along with learning how to develop in person and virtual classes, the basics of class set-up, how to choose music, aspects of leadership, client motivation, and nutrition guidelines. You will also learn how to establish goals for clients, assess...