By Kim Bessolo
Faculty Member, School of Arts and Humanities at American Public University

Critical reading is a process along a continuum, a habit to practice instead of a destination at which to arrive. To get started as a college critical reader, follow these five tips when approaching reading assignments.

By Online Learning Tips Staff

For American Public University, 2015 brought many rewarding student success stories, another accomplished graduating class, the launch of our versatile native app, and new academic programs. Our year in review highlights the top university news of the year, shared through our weekly newsletter, The Insider.

By Online Learning Tips Staff

Probably the best way to find out what to expect from your class is to read the course syllabus. This document will contain everything you need, from your instructor’s contact information to explanations of your instructor’s grading philosophy. Download or print out the syllabus as soon as you access your class, keep it handy, and refer to it regularly. It will keep you on track with your assignments and on target with meeting your instructor’s expectations.

By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS

The holidays will soon be over, and the 2016 school year will be here before you know it. Make sure that you are prepared to have a smooth and successful school year. Being cognizant of the above dates and helpful tips will aid you in making 2016 a success!

By Dr. Randall Cuthbert
Associate Professor, Emergency & Disaster Management at American Public University

Taking courses from as wide a variety of instructors as possible brings the knowledge from each into your knowledge base. The wisdom becomes uniquely your own and is greater than the sum of the parts. That’s a successful use of instructor resources. Shop for your instructors like you shop for anything else. They all have bios out there. Learn what each has to offer, engage them frequently, and use them to your best advantage!

By Guy Williams
Alumnus at American Public University

While education and experience complement each other when seeking a job, a college education bridges the lack of experience gap young job applicants’ face when entering the work force or changing career fields.

By Ronald C. Johnson, Ph.D.
Faculty Member Management at American Public University

The role of the Constitution of the United States parallels closely the genesis of the Armed Forces. General George Washington, who went on to become our nation’s first President, was a proponent of a life of military service; he and the other founders ensured the Constitution reflected the principles of military service. Here are a few great points to consider, just in time for Constitution Day on September 17.

Vlog with Cindy Aitken
Senior Manager, Community Engagement at American Public University

Balancing your lifelong goals with your work and family responsibilities means exploring every possibility, and online education provides an ideal solution for thousands of working adults worldwide. At APU and AMU, there are a number of programs designed to keep students connected and engaged with their university community. In this vlog, Cindy shares her insights on the community events at the university, the Ambassador Program, university social channels, and she talks about school spirit in the online environment.

By Ryan Laspina
Senior Specialist, Red Flags and External Reviews at APUS

Remember, missing payments on your student loans have serious financial consequences. There is free help out there for students who are struggling with their loan debt. Instead of responding to a too-good-to-be-true email or letter from a debt relief company, contact your loan servicer, the Department of Education, or a trusted company such as ECMC to help you get your student loan debt under control.