Education Direct is one of the oldest and largest distance learning institutions in the world. The distance learning form of education is the fastest growing educational method for adults looking for a convenient and affordable way to train for new careers, to qualify for promotions, and to earn more money.
The school provides programmes and services that are designed to meet the life-long learning needs of the adult learner. With 12 million students enrolled since 1890, Education Direct is the world's most respected distance learning institution with training designed especially for busy people who know what they want out of life but don't have the time to attend classes. Education Direct at-home training is convenient, allowing the students to train in the comfort of their home at their own pace.
The mission of Education Direct is to encourage adult learners to advance or change their careers, learn a new skill, or gain personal satisfaction. The school strives to fulfill this mission by providing breadth and depth of courseware, applicable technology, and a wide array of flexible services aimed at satisfying the needs of the adult learner.
The programmes teach both current market place and business skills; they also cover the area of liberal arts and in addition, by following them, students can develop their critical thinking abilities and improve their writing and mathematical abilities. The programmes of study lead to specialised associate degrees and career-specific diplomas.
There are over 80 distance learning programmes in today's fastest growing fields. Study guides and lessons will be shipped to your door, and they are also accessible in PDF format for online study. Every student will learn independently, but not alone as the school is offering unparalleled student services and unlimited instructional support.
The school follows up the fulfillment of its mission and the achievement of its institutional effectiveness through regular review of student academic success, measurement of student satisfaction, and evaluation of the career outcomes of its graduates. Education Direct's commitment to the student is inherent to everything they do; from the design of their programmes to the instructional support available to every student. The typical student experience includes:
The student can choose a career programme that most interests them from the ones featured on the Website, www.educationdirect.com or www.inmalta.net/ems. The student can then get a free information pack on the desired learning programme, with details on how one can learn at home in their spare time for an exciting new career.
The student will receive an Enrollment Agreement with the programme information. Once completed, signed and returned, the programme materials will be shipped.
Every student should begin lessons as soon as they receive their programme material - the sooner they start, the sooner they will graduate. Lessons are easy to understand, with plenty of photos and diagrams to help one learn. Most courses are enhanced with varied and useful helping aids ranging from tools to templates, from colours to sewing machines. And every Education Direct program is written by an expert in the field, so every student can rest assured they are learning the latest skills and techniques.
Education Direct's objective is to help the student master concepts, not just to memorise facts, so all exams are open book.
Being an Education Direct student is now easier than ever. One can use the Website to take exams, check grades, or check the shipment dates of learning materials.
Once the entire programme is completed, the student will be ready to enter a new career. Graduates will have the skills and knowledge they need and the pride that comes with achievement. Upon graduation, graduates will receive an official and recognised Education Direct Degree or Career Diploma.
Satisfied students and graduates who have chosen to follow an Education Direct programme are all of the same opinion about how the courses changed their lives.
European Management Services is the local agent for Thomson Education Direct. The training they provide is accredited and internationally recognised. Education Direct is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC), which is listed by the US Department of Education as a nationally recognised accredited agency.
In addition, Education Direct has been reviewed and approved as an authorised provider of continuing education and training programs by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). Various local businesses and employers have recognised the high quality of the courses offered by Thomson Education Direct. Courses are also recognised by the Education Department, Malta.
Interested persons are requested to contact The European Institute of Education, 1, Censu Bugeja Street, Iklin, on tel 2142-4021, fax 2143-5536 or e-mail: eie@onvol.net.