We recently enlisted the help of one of the online librarians at APUS to share why Wikipedia may not be the best place to search for information.
How to find alternatives to improve your scholarly research.
The quality of your education hinges on the quality of your research. Did you know that Wikipedia entries can be written and edited by anyone? That’s why I advise students to always consider the source when researching information for their scholarly projects. Wikipedia can be helpful in guiding you as you gather ideas about a subject, but remember the information is unsubstantiated and in some cases, inaccurate. What you’re looking for is a trusted academic source.
The only state born as a result of the Civil War, West Virginia was the most divided state in the nation. About 40,000 of its residents served in the combatant forces — about 20,000 on each side. The Mountain State also saw its fair share of battles, skirmishes, raids and guerrilla warfare, with places like Harpers Ferry, Philippi and Rich Mountain becoming household names in 1861.
This is a question many are answering before entering the Troops to Teachers program. Not sure what that is? It’s a great program that supports active, and former members of the military to transition to teaching. While the military is one career goal for many, teaching is an important area to cover and a viable 2nd career option.
I sat down with former Marine, Craig Gilman, who is the Manager for the Troops to Teachers program at American Military Univerity. He answers the question on why education become his career path after the military, and how the program, Troops to Teachers, is a wonderful to those looking to be certified to teach in their home state. Listen to the podcast below for more insight on the program, and also visit www.amuonline.com/Troops-to-Teachers for more information.
An education is like a vehicle that can help take you down the road to success. As a veteran, you’re already well-equipped with valuable skill sets from your service. Great time management, attention to detail, and self-motivation are all wonderful assets when considering the next step, especially if that includes online education. You can channel them into a degree that will help launch you back into civilian life.
Should one go back to school and get a bachelor’s or master’s degree? It’s a big decision. When I returned from Afghanistan and Pakistan in 2002, I chose to tap my Post-9/11 educational benefits and return to college. Looking back, I know I made the right choice for my situation. In fact, I hold a doctorate in my field today, and it has opened more doors for me than I ever knew existed.
We recently enlisted the help of one of the online librarians at APUS to share why Wikipedia may not be the best place to search for information. 
