I\’ve always known that writing my dissertation was the most all-consuming period of my academic career. Nothing else came close to the sustained effort required for that task. Nothing, that is, until I decided to organize an academic conference. That conference commemorated the 50th anniversary of Japan Study, a partnership between Waseda University at Tokyo […] … learn more→

A James Cook University Psychology Honours student is looking for volunteers from around Australia to take part in an online research study about terrorism. Principal investigator Klaudija Tomic said very little was known about how Australians perceived the threat of terrorism and its impact on their psychological wellbeing. “It is important to understand Australians’ views […] … learn more→

Good news Kermit, it\’s getting easier every day to be green. Turns out global warming isn\’t a fairy tale created by liberals and scientists looking to plant fear in the hearts of Americans. Really, they just want to plant trees. … learn more→

I have a plan. I’m going to enroll in at least 2 online courses. I’m going to become an e-learning student expert, and I’m going to tell the world what it’s like to take a class online. … learn more→

We hear it from our parents, and some of us are telling our own kids the same thing; “go to school, get a better job, what are you going to do with your life?!” For decades everyone has been talking about how important education is. We might think we know the value of a college education, but a recent report from Georgetown University shows us the real numbers. … learn more→

The Baltimore Free Farm are a dedicated group who share a common vision of healthy organic foods being available to all, and sustainable practices becoming the norm. … learn more→

Teach English in pre-schools and primary and secondary schools throughout Ghana, and participate in the development of Ghana\’s young people. … learn more→

Work with local community groups in setting up projects educating orphans, providing vocational training, protecting the environment through eco-tourism initiatives, and starting a youth centre. … learn more→

Care for children rescued off the street, with a focus on teaching them conversational English and mathematics. Organize games, songs and fun activities for them. If you have skills in music or computing there are opportunities for you to share these with the children also. … learn more→