“Micro-credential” is a growing buzzword in higher education. Micro-credentialing is where students gain skill sets in a focused area and receive a credential after having completed a small number of courses. The credentials have names such as “digital badges,” “certificate” and the very 21st century sounding “nano-degree.” Various versions of these credentials can be earned […]
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Maine Connections Academy Waterville session is next week
State’s first public virtual charter school is enrolling for the 2015-16 school year.
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Belgrade to consider committee to study withdrawal from RSU 18
Howard Holinger, Budget Committee chairman, said he wants all options to be considered because Belgrade’s school contribution is so high.
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RSU 9 voters narrowly approve second school budget
The 999-892 vote comes after residents rejected a $32.25 million funding package in June.
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Bangor Savings executive to lead Maine Development Foundation
Yellow Light Breen’s background is cited as a ‘perfect fit’ to be CEO of the foundation, which works to drive long-term sustainable growth in Maine.
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Voters in RSU 4 approve school budget for 2015-2016
Residents of Litchfield, Sabattus and Wales approved the $18.5 million budget for Regional School Unit 4 after rejecting a higher budget in June.
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RSU 9 $32.04 million budget goes to polls Tuesday
It’s the second time voters in the Mt. Blue district’s 10 towns have voted on the budget.
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RSU 19 residents to discuss school budget process
The St. Albans Board of Selectmen will host the discussion, which will follow a special town meeting in which St. Albans residents will consider the creation of drug free areas around parks and sports fields.
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New summer camp for kids at Kents Hill pairs “Star Wars” with Shakespeare
The Maine Stage Theater Company is the brainchild of Samuel Richards, who over the past few decades has produced dozens of plays and musicals starring juvenile actors.
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Unity College marks 50 years with celebration Saturday
College officials say the environmental institution has grown even while holding onto its founding values.