http://news.scoopasia.com/ News, leads, and media information from all over Asia. Click on categories to the right to drill down by industry. en cbenvenuto@crestron.com Copyright 2010 {entry_date format="%Y-%m-%dT%H:%i:%s%Q"} http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/ballard_tighe_announces_partnership_with_bridge_learning_for_distribution_o/ Education LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire), 30 June 2010 -- Ballard & Tighe, Publishers (http://www.ballard-tighe.com) announced today that it has entered into a partnership with Bridge Learning to market, promote, and distribute its English as a second language (ESL) materials to international schools, indigenous schools, tutoring centers, and other educational institutions in the greater Asian region.]]> 2010-06-30T00:46:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/giip_announces_admissions_open_for_9_month_full_time_post_graduate_diploma_/ Education India, 8 June 2010 -- Global Institute of Intellectual Property (GIIP) has announced admissions open for its 9-month (Full Time) PG Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights and Patent Management.]]> 2010-06-08T05:10:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/sales_training_for_customer_service_professionals/ Getting the money in without hard selling Education Singapore, 21 May 2010 -- This workshop aims to equip customer-contact personnel who are not trained in the sales process to become capable of suggestive selling using well proven techniques. This workshop is designed to deliver maximum result through experiential learning, case studies, group discussions, fun & insightful activities, videos, self-reflection and action planning that…]]> 2010-05-21T05:05:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/team_modish_named_singapore_champion_of_the_loreal_brandstorm_2010/ Education , 20 May 2010 -- NUS to Represent Singapore at the International Finals]]> 2010-05-20T02:18:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/universities_australia_consortium_chooses_web_of_sciencesm_by_thomson_reute/ Education , 17 May 2010 -- Universities Australia Consortium Chooses Web of Science(SM) by Thomson Reuters for Education and Research Needs]]> 2010-05-17T06:19:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/nitin_nohria_named_next_dean_of_harvard_business_school/ Education BOSTON, MA--(Marketwire), 5 May 2010 -- Nitin Nohria, the Richard P. Chapman Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School (HBS), will become the School's 10th dean, President Drew Faust announced on May 4, 2010.]]> 2010-05-05T03:51:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/ef_education_first_launches_educational_research_partnership_at_the_univers/ Education LONDON, 26 April 2010 -- /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- EF Education First, the world leader in international education, has unveiled the EF Research Unit at the University of Cambridge's Research Centre for English and Applied Linguistics. With this research unit, EF has become the first education company in the world to partner with the University of Cambridge…]]> 2010-04-26T07:27:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/singapore_teaches_the_world_how_to_teach_math_as_success_of_singapore_math_/ Number of U.S. Schools Implementing the Curriculum Multiplies as Results Demonstrate Improved Student Achievement Education New York, 21 April 2010 -- Start with a small Asian city-state with a national character geared toward problem-solving. Add an innovative math curriculum developed to instill in students a deep understanding of math concepts. Multiply the curriculum approach by hundreds of schools around the globe, including a growing number in the United States. And the…]]> 2010-04-21T10:36:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/marshall_cavendish_appoints_lee_fei_chen_as_deputy_head_of_publishing/ Education Singapore, 19 April 2010 -- Marshall Cavendish, a member of Times Publishing Limited, today announced the appointment of Lee Fei Chen to the position of Deputy Head of Publishing at Marshall Cavendish Publishing Group.]]> 2010-04-19T15:59:01+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/how_to_learn_quran_quran_reading_for_kids/ Muslim children are expected to read Quran and learn about Islam as soon as they are able to read. Quran reading is required and encouraged for all of those in the Muslim faith and should be introduced to children as soon as possible so that they can learn the proper way to learn how to read Quran. However, it can be difficult for parents to get their children to the Mosque so that they can get the proper tutoring that they need to fully understand this Holy Book. Education , 5 April 2010 -- Parents who want their children learn Quran now have several have options. Quran reading
for children is available online and can be done with one on one tutoring with either male or female instructors. For more information including a free week trial offer, go to QuranForKids.]]> 2010-04-05T11:24:01+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/training_choice_unveils_its_second_location_in_perth_western_australia/ Training Choice - the largest worldwide network of training facilities announces the expansion of their facilities to provide larger training rooms and conference styled facilities in Perth, Western Australia, adding an additional floor to their current location. Education Australia, 5 April 2010 -- For Immediate Release - April 5, 2010 – Training Choice unveils its second location on Level 1, 105 St. Georges Terrace, Perth, WA adding on to its already existing facilities on Level 7. The expansion of the office is at a great time to meet the increasing demands for larger…]]> 2010-04-05T09:47:01+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/the_benefits_of_online_quran_reading/ There are many benefits to online Quran reading, especially for children to learn Quran reading, which they should learn as soon as possible. Not only is online teaching more convenient for parents, but it can also give the child the benefit of having a one on one instructor who can help them understand and correct them when it comes to any mistakes in interpretation. Education , 5 April 2010 -- Children who want to learn Quran reading can now do so online. To learn more about online quran learning for children, go to QuranForKids.]]> 2010-04-04T23:06:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/a_look_at_fun_and_trendy_baby_gifts/ If you know someone who will be having a baby soon, chances are you want to get fun, trendy and functional baby gifts for them. Here are a few items that you may be interested in. Education , 4 April 2010 -- If you are looking for fun and trendy baby gifts, check out Jelly Babys. With a wide array of items in an equally wide range of prices, Jelly Babys makes it easy to find the right baby gift for the new special arrival in your life.]]> 2010-04-03T16:32:01+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/building_blocks_of_success_aisect/ Source: NASSCOM Emerge Blog Education India, 1 April 2010 -- AISECT Limited is a company that strives to bring rural talent on par with its urban counterpart. Its success story shows us how the immense potential that is India can be leveraged and encouraged through sustainable models. NASSCOM has recognised this visionary company by designating it an EMERGE 50 leader…]]> 2010-04-01T04:57:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/ef_education_first_unveils_new_english_training_system_learn_english_up_to_/ Education LUCERNE, Switzerland, 24 March 2010 -- /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- EF Education First, the world leader in international education, has launched the latest version of its Efekta(TM) English learning system. The system, developed over the last three years, uses advanced speech recognition, online English teachers, and sleek videos to speed learning by up to 50% over traditional methods.…]]> 2010-03-24T08:47:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/expanded_gmat_fee_waiver_program_launched_by_graduate_management_admission_/ New Program Enables Business Schools to Provide Free GMAT Registration to Applicants Unable to Afford Testing Fee Education MCLEAN, VA--(Marketwire), 17 March 2010 -- Hundreds of business school aspirants around the world will have the opportunity to take the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) at no cost under a new program from the nonprofit organization that created and administers the exam. The initiative builds on an existing program that helps people cover the cost…]]> 2010-03-17T10:03:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/ets_global_institute_announces_2010_course_line_up/ Experts Offer "How-To" Assessment Advice to World's Educators and Policymakers Education PRINCETON, NJ--(Marketwire), 16 March 2010 -- The ETS® Global Institute, the international training and technical assistance arm of Educational Testing Service (ETS), has released its 2010 course schedule. Similar to previous years, it is expected to draw ministries of education, universities, researchers and professional organizations worldwide who are seeking solutions to their educational measurement challenges.]]> 2010-03-16T07:42:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/tour_dafrique_riders_go_for_gold_pedaling_the_length_of_africa_raises_donat/ By pedaling the length of Africa from Cairo to Cape Town with Tour d'Afrique, cyclists raise money for favorite humanitarian causes and charities. Over $1 million raised since July 2009. Education Canada, 25 February 2010 -- By pedaling the length of Africa from Cairo to Cape Town with Tour d'Afrique, cyclists raise money for favorite humanitarian causes and charities. Over $1 million raised since July 2009.]]> 2010-02-25T14:58:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/fridge_phonics_has_all_you_need_to_know_about_a_toddlers_phonics/ This website has made it much easier for parents who are seeking all they can find on phonics for their toddlers. Undeniably, its best quality is providing insightful articles on topics relating to kids’ phonics. Education UK, 25 February 2010 -- This website has made it much easier for parents who are seeking all they can find on phonics for their toddlers. Undeniably, its best quality is providing insightful articles on topics relating to kids’ phonics.]]> 2010-02-25T05:22:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/training_choice_awarded_best_performing_certified_training_partner/ The Leading IT training outsourcing company, Training Choice was awarded the Best Performing Certified Training Partner at the recent Red Hat APAC/Japan Conference held in Singapore on 4-6 November 2009. Education Singapore, 17 February 2010 -- The theme of the conference was Collaboration@Work highlighting the various strategies Red Hat has undertaken over the last 12 months in the open source market with various partners. The message delivered highlighted the importance Red Hat placed on the partnerships they had resulting in their success in the open source…]]> 2010-02-17T02:08:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/s_rajaratnam_the_singapore_lion_exhibition/ Education , 28 January 2010 -- 4 February – 4 May 2010
10.00 am – 9.00 pm daily (except Public Holidays)
The POD, Level 16
National Library Building
100 Victoria Street

One of Singapore’s foremost visionaries, S. Rajaratnam (1915-2006), the ‘Ideas Man’, was best known for bringing visions…]]> 2010-01-28T08:03:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/experience_singapore_literature_s_rajaratnam_the_singapore_lion/ Education , 28 January 2010 -- Saturday, 6 February 2010
10.30 am – 12.30 pm
Imagination Room, Level 5
National Library Building
100 Victoria Street

As part of the exhibition on S. Rajaratnam, join us for an exclusive peek into his literary side via a book penned by…]]> 2010-01-28T08:00:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/sg101_heritage_the_singapore_and_melaka_straits_by_peter_borschberg/ Education , 28 January 2010 -- Saturday, 6 February 2010 2.30pm – 6.00pm
The POD, Level 16
National Library Building
100 Victoria Street

The first half of the 17th century brought heightened political, commercial and diplomatic activity to the Straits of Singapore and Melaka. Key elements included rivalry between…]]> 2010-01-28T07:52:01+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/now_sell_your_used_books_a1books/ Buy, Read & then Sell again in the virtual book market. Education India, 23 December 2009 -- Buying and selling of used books is one of the major e-commerce concepts that has in recent past gained the attention of online book market. But there are very few players who’re resolute to take the first plunge. A1Books India has successfully created a virtual market place for both buyers…]]> 2009-12-23T09:06:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/launch_of_southeast_asian_ceramics_new_light_on_old_pottery/ Education , 19 December 2009 -- Saturday, 19 December 2009
3.30 pm – 5.30 pm
Possibility Room, Level 5
National Library Building
100 Victoria Street

Written and edited by notable archaeologist and scholar John N. Miksic (NUS) and three other contributing authors, “Southeast Asian Ceramics: New Light on…]]> 2009-12-19T07:30:01+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/the_second_decade_nation_building_in_progress_1975_1985_exhibition/ Education , 17 December 2009 -- 17 December 2009 – 4 January 2010
10.00 am – 9.00 pm (daily)
Promenade, Level 8
National Library Building
100 Victoria Street

The beginning is always the toughest, or is it? 10 years since the birth of our nation in 1965, Singapore arrived…]]> 2009-12-17T02:00:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/ubm_asia_launches_virtual_mba_fair/ Education HONG KONG, 9 December 2009 -- /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- UBM Asia (http://www.ubmasia.com ) announced today the launch of its first virtual trade show for business schools, MBA Wired APAC (http://www.mbawired.com ).

(Logo: http://www.prnasia.com/sa/2009/12/08/20091208207547.jpg )]]> 2009-12-09T11:19:00+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/inspiration_behind_young_writers_winning_works_transpires_into_support_for_/ Winning entries published in both print and digital format for the first time, with Marshall Cavendish donating part of the proceeds to organisations that champion the young authors’ causes and beliefs Education Singapore, 4 December 2009 -- Marshall Cavendish, a member of Times Publishing Limited, today announced the winners of Budding Writers Project 2009, in conjunction with a prize presentation and book launch graced by Mr S Iswaran, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Trade and Industry, and Ministry of Education. The annual initiative aims to promote…]]> 2009-12-04T14:59:01+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/the_end_of_graffiti_the_beginning_of_pride_for_detroit_youth/ Education USA, 30 November 2009 -- The community around the Urban Neighborhood Initiatives (UNI) in Southwest Detroit has been concerned about graffiti. This summer, more than 40 youth worked with professional artists from the Center for Creative Studies to paint murals on garage doors, fences and the walls of area businesses.
The results have…]]> 2009-11-30T15:46:01+08:00 http://news.scoopasia.com/index.php/news/ebooks_gaining_preference_among_book_lovers/ A1Books, the largest Indian online bookstore gives a gripping view on the online book market. Education India, 23 November 2009 -- With the electronic media taking hold of everyday life, reading a book relaxing on your sofa at peaceful times has now become a thing of the past.

Today’s young professionals spend on an average around 8-9 hours on the internet. The ongoing trend has paved way…]]> 2009-11-23T07:45:01+08:00