$60 Million to JonesKnowledge.com to Further e-Learning.Business/Technology Editors DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 7, 2000 E-Learning Pioneer Jones International(TM) Demonstrates Commitment and Long-Term Long-term Three or more years. In the context of accounting, more than 1 year. long-term 1. Of or relating to a gain or loss in the value of a security that has been held over a specific length of time. Compare short-term. Plans by Accelerating Growth of JonesKnowledge.com JonesKnowledge.com, a subsidiary of Jones International, Ltd., today announced that, based on its business plan, its parent is making $60 million available to further the online education efforts of JonesKnowledge.com. The funding, a portion of which has already been arranged and provided, is being used to fuel the continued growth of JonesKnowledge.com in the online learning market including the development of next generation e-learning technology and online resources for online learners. JonesKnowledge.com concentrates on global adult education and originates ways to use emerging technologies to support educators, learning institutions, corporate workplaces and life-long learners worldwide. The company currently executes its business through its subsidiaries Jones International University (TM) (JIU), The University of the Web(TM), which is the first fully online accredited accredited recognition by an appropriate authority that the performance of a particular institution has satisfied a prestated set of criteria. accredited herds cattle herds which have achieved a low level of reactors to, e.g. university, and JonesKnowledge.com, a leader in the development and deployment of e-learning solutions for corporations and educational institutions worldwide, including its e-education(TM) software and e-global Library(TM) solutions. Jones International University will benefit by using the funds to expand its courses, certificates and degree programs as well as to enhance the online "campus" experience. JonesKnowledge.com will continue to build and integrate the technologies and content to provide "one-stop shopping," full service learning solutions--the JonesKnowledge Supply Chain--for corporations and educational institutions. "New technologies and the power of the Internet Internet Publicly accessible computer network connecting many smaller networks from around the world. It grew out of a U.S. Defense Department program called ARPANET (Advanced Research Projects Agency Network), established in 1969 with connections between computers at the are enabling timely and accessible learning resources that are revolutionizing the way the world learns," says Jones International Chairman and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. Glenn R. Jones. "JonesKnowledge.com is democratizing education through the use of technology, and extending to people the freedom to learn." Jones International has spent three decades extending the reach of education through technology - first by bringing education through cable television to American homes For the American mortgage lender, see . The American Home is a center of intercultural exchange located in Vladimir, Russia. The home is designed to model a typical American suburban home and its main focus is the ESL school that provides lessons for Russian students. and now by fusing In electrophotography, making the toner adhere permanently to the paper. Heat fusing melts the toner, which is pressed into the paper. Cold fusing presses the toner into the paper without applying any heat. Flash fusing melts the toner with light, and no heat or pressure is used. education with the Internet to deliver education to lifelong learners worldwide. Along the way, Mr. Jones has pioneered Internet technologies, authored several books and created more than 20 technology companies in the Internet, e-commerce, software, education, entertainment, radio and cable television programming industries. About JonesKnowledge.com (www.jonesknowledge.com) Since 1987, Jones International has focused on educational pursuits such as academic and student services, distance education delivery systems, online software, and higher education higher education Study beyond the level of secondary education. Institutions of higher education include not only colleges and universities but also professional schools in such fields as law, theology, medicine, business, music, and art. content development. JonesKnowledge.com concentrates on global adult education and originates ways to use emerging technologies to support educators, learning institutions, corporate workplaces and life-long learners worldwide. The company currently executes its business through its subsidiaries Jones International University (TM) (JIU), the first fully online accredited university, and JonesKnowledge.com, a leader in the development and deployment of e-learning solutions for corporations and educational institutions, including its e-education(TM) software and e-global Library(TM). About Jones International University (www.jonesinternational.edu) Founded in 1993 and launched online in 1995, Jones International University (JIU), The University of the Web(TM), is the first fully online university to receive accreditation accreditation, n a process of formal recognition of a school or institution attesting to the required ability and performance in an area of education, training, or practice. from a nationally recognized regional accrediting agency in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. , the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) is one of six regional accreditation organizations recognized by the United States Department of Education and Council for Higher Education Accreditation. (March 5, 1999). In addition to offering 28 certificate programs and more than 80 courses, JIU also offers bachelor's and master's of arts in business communication degree programs, as well as a master of business administration degree with seven areas of specialization A career option pursued by some attorneys that entails the acquisition of detailed knowledge of, and proficiency in, a particular area of law. As the law in the United States becomes increasingly complex and covers a greater number of subjects, more and more attorneys are . |
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