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Many people think that taking classes online is easier than physically attending class. I have to say, from personal experience, this is not true. The only difference between online classes and sitting in the classroom is location. I completed half of my Bachelor of Science degree from Drexel University online, though I initially attended class on campus. I worked a full time job during the day and was a member of the National Guard and attended school in the evenings but making it to campus was tough, so I decided to finish my degree online. I was hesitant at first because I thought that the education wouldn’t be the same, but I was wrong. The big challenge with online classes is that you have to be disciplined enough to take the time to view the lecture and complete assignments by the due date, which may include writing papers, taking a quiz and participating in discussion groups. A good dependable computer or laptop with a reliable Internet connection is obviously required. Regardless of any computer problems you may have, you are still responsible to turn in the work. The dog ate my modem excuse is only believable once or twice.
- Theresa Hastings, Internet Account Coordinator
in the news...
Hotjobs introduces pay per candidate
Yahoo! Has just announced Yahoo! HotJobs Pay Per Candidate, a performance-based online recruitment product that allows recruiters the option to pay for candidates instead of just paying per listing.
The Pay Per Candidate product enables recruiters to cap the number of pre-screened candidates they receive per job posting when candidates apply on the HotJobs website. Recruiters purchase credits for each job posted, but their account is only charged when a candidate applies for the job listing or clicks through to the recruiter's hiring site. They can also transfer unused credits to other open positions should a job be filled or priorities change.
Recruiters on Hotjobs can now choose from two application methods:
a) Candidate completes the entire job application on the HotJobs site, or
b) Candidate clicks-through to your company's hiring site
With option (a), recruiters have the ability to pay only for pre-screened candidates. They can pre-screen candidates by creating a customized questionnaire, so they only pay for candidates that pass the questionnaire.
With option (b), recruiters keep candidates on their career website for the application process. Hotjobs does not track job seekers after they leave the Hotjobs site, so if the candidate fails to complete the application on the employer's recruitment site, the employer is still charged for the click.
"Recruiters are being asked to find top talent using fewer resources than ever, and Yahoo’s Pay Per Candidate model gives them the tools to increase the accountability of their listings," said Chris Merritt, vice president and general manager, Yahoo! HotJobs. "With recruiters facing resume overload in today's job market, the Pay Per Candidate solution will allow them to spend their time and budget on only the best candidates."
For more information about Yahoo! HotJobs Pay Per Candidate, you can visit http://www.hotjobsresources.com.
