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United States Education Organizations

• AACTE Education Policy Clearinghouse - Find information for teacher preparation and for studying education policies.
• Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education - Provides post-MD medical training programs with accreditation in the U.S. A peer review process is used in the accreditation process.
• American Academy for Liberal Education - Helping to advance liberal education.
• American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education - Access information about meetings, professional development, news, teacher preparation, publications, and state chapters.
• American Council on Education - Association comprised of higher education institutions in the U.S.
• American Indian Higher Education Consortium (AIHEC) - Organization consisting of groups supporting specific schools of higher education unique to individual tribal nations.
• American School Food Service Association - Information specific to school food and nutrition services.
• Appalachian Technology in Education Consortium - ATEC - Finding ways to use technology to improve education. The U.S. Department of Education provides grant to fund this project.
• The Association of Teacher Educators - US organization formed by individuals to improve the education of all teachers
• The Broad Foundation - Finding ways to help better public education in urban areas by improving management, governance, and labor relations.
• CAHSEE - Non-profit national organization devoted to assist minority students succeed academically in engineering and science.
• Center for Cultural Interchange - Learn about opportunities to participate in exchange programs in 30 countries worldwide or in the U.S.
• Center on Education - The COE is fighting for better public school education. Independent national organization.
• Center on Education Policy - Provides information on why public education is important and needs improvements. This is an independent, national group fighting for better public education.
• Communities In Schools - Providing learning opportunities and life preparation by joining together schools and the community.
• Community Teachers Institute, Inc. - Organization trying to improve public education by creating positive relationships between the community, higher learning schools, and local school districts.
• Education Commission of the States - Providing, analyzing, and delivering information about current policies in state education.
• Find Out Why - A program created by the National Science Foundation to help people in the U.S. become more literate in the field of science to confront the issues of the 21st century.
• Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) - Find links helpful to Hispanic students who want to receive a college degree.
• Intercultural Development Research Association (IDRA) - This independent non-profit offers technical assistance, training, creates education programs, and performs research.
• Laboratory for Student Success (LSS) - The U.S. Department of Education funds ten Regional Educational Laboratories, one of which is the Mid-Atlantic Laboratory for Student Success. This laboratory uses applied research and development to help change and improve education.
• Mid-Continent Research for Education and Learning (MCREL) - MCREL is fighting for programs to improve schools based on standards. Find information on research, news, curriculum, and various issues.
• The National Academy for Academic Leadership - Organization helping those who make educational decisions to learn how to fight for change to enhance the learning of students.
• National Adult Education Professional Development Consortium - Professional development and policy implementation and review for the education of adults.
• National Association of Federal Education Program Administrators (NAFEPA) - Access newsletter, links, information, conference information, and board of directors for an organization trying to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of education agencies that are legislated federally.
• National Council of Teachers of English - Organization consisting of faculty from higher learning institutions, elementary and secondary teachers, English specialists from state and local agencies, English supervisors, and various professionals.
• National School Boards Association (NSBA) - Organization trying to increase awareness of local and state school boards, issues impacting K-12, and of the NSBA.
• National Staff Development Council - Non-profit organization helping students achieve success by improving schools and staff.
• North Central Regional Educational Laboratory - NCREL serves the area including Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, Indiana, Minnesota, Illinois, and Ohio. The organization works to better learning through the use of technology.
• Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory - NWREL encompasses Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, and Oregon.
• Pacific Resources for Education and Learning (PREL) - PREL is a non-profit group working to improve the educational success of adults and children by conducting research, facilitating groups, providing training and opportunities for development, conducting resource activities and evaluations.
• The SERVE Center for Continuous Improvement at UNC Greensboro - Focusing on the southeast region of the U.S., this organization works to improve educational opportunities.
• Southern Regional Education Board - This group helps provide better access to information concerning the Southern Regional Education Board.
• Standard of Excellence in Teacher Preparation - Organization that awards accreditation to U.S. colleges, schools, and education departments.
• World Affairs Councils of America (WACA) - Access educational resources for students and teachers and a group of councils that emphasize worldwide affairs. Canada
• Academy of Learning - Helping to improve computer and business skills. Find information about courses and programs offered.
• Canada's Computers for Schools - Finding educational uses in Canadian schools for excess computer supplies and resources.
• The Canada-U.S. Fulbright Program - Program working to promote joint research projects between Canada and the U.S. Find funding and grant opportunities.
• Canadian College of Holistic Health - Encouraging the Canadian use of Homeopathy. Learn about classes available and find information related to homeopathy.
• Canadian Law School Blog - Learn about law schools in Canada.
• Canadian Learning Bank - Learn about training programs at corporate or private institutions, international credentials, and services for educational assessment.
• Canadian Open Source Education and Research - Find information about projects, links, activities, and associates.
• Canadian Parliamentary Internship Program - the Canadian Political Science Association sponsors a program partnering back bench Members of Parliament with students that recently graduated from universities.
• Canadian Scholarship Trust Foundation - Learn about Registered Educational Savings Plans (RESP) and find various links to find related information.
• Canadian Students' Guide to Higher Learning - Site for high school students to learn about universities and scholarships in Canada. Find information about money management, study skills, finding employment, and choosing the right classes in high school.
• Canadian Tourism Human Resource Council - Council working to enhance the industry of tourism; training is offered following the National Occupational Standards. Certify in hospitality and professional tourism.
• Canadian Universities - Access information about universities in Canada.
• The Candian Education and Policy Administration Network - Access links to information about educational issues of all levels in Canada.
• CDI College - Canadian campuses offer IT and computer courses privately; courses can be taken part-time or full-time.
• Densmore Consulting Services - prepare for the Uniform Final Examination (UFE) of the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants with products and courses offered by this service.
• DrivingSchool.ca - Directory of training and driving schools located in Canada. Find information about licensing and insurance.
• Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) - Learn how to compete in the international business world by using certification and training programs.
• Globaldegree.org - UK universities host learning programs online. Canada offers centers for examination.
• International Academic Correspondence Incorporation - The University of South Africa receives help from this organization for students participating in distance learning. Find information about the organization.
• Learning Link International (LLI) - Canada located English immersion classes.
• The Maple League Review - Access resources and forums for Canadian students.
• Mentoring Canada - Access training modules and materials online to help with Big Brother Big Sisters programs in Canada.
• National Education Association of Disabled Students (NEADS) - Students with disabilities are supported by this organization to receive equal employment and educational opportunities.
• Oxford Learning Centres - Courses provided to help increase student grades; Programs are available for spelling, reading, mathematics, study skills, and writing.
• Pearson Peacekeeping Centre | Centre Pearson pour le maintien de la paix - Find information about training center helping to promote peace operations within organizations and among individuals.
• Prime Minister Awards - Students can win one of 10 awards from Canadian awards program ranging from national exposure to internships and cash prizes.
• RateMyTeachers.ca - High school students in Canada can evaluate their teachers; information is accessible to parents and students.
• RCMP On-line University - Find RCMP and non-RCMP materials for learning at this web site.
• Ripple Effects, Ltd. - Learn about Aboriginal Awareness Training Seminars and find Information about Inuit, First Nations, and Metis.
• Schoolfinder.com - Complete a career search or browse through career listings provided for Canadian students.
• Skywatchers - Learn about education program for students called Environment Canada's Sky Watcher.
• Society for Educational Visits & Exchanges in Canada - Students who want to participate in exchanges or educational visits can benefit from the extensive experience offered by this program.
• Summer Explorations in Canadian Cultures - Learn about the political, social, and cultural diversity of Canada by enrolling in a Trent University summer program.
• Teach Inc. - One year postgraduate programs are offered at British and Australian Faculties of Education for graduates in Canada.
• World Literacy of Canada - Toronto charity trying to improve social justice and literacy in Canada and worldwide. Find related information about this non-profit.