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Capella University, an accredited online university* that has built its reputation by providing high-quality online degree programs for working adults, has announced a new Management Education specialization within its online PhD in Business Management. Students who complete the Management Education specialization earn both a PhD and a Post-Master's Certificate in College Teaching. As of June 30, 2012, more than 36,000 students are pursuing an online degree at Capella. The learning and career outcomes of Capellas students and alumni can be found at http://www.capellaresults.org

A shortage of qualified business faculty Capella's PhD in Business Management, Management Education specialization offers a deep analysis of both business management theory and adult learning theory, designed to meet the growing demand for qualified business faculty. A recent Wall Street Journal article, "We're Hiring: Many business schools have trouble hiring faculty," described the shortage this way: "While thousands of new [business] schools have opened around the world in recent years, the number of new PhDs in business subjects has held relatively steady, and many schools are now facing a serious shortage of well-qualified faculty."

"Our Management Education specialization offers business professionals the opportunity to advance their knowledge in both business management and adult education," said William Reed, PhD, dean of Capella's School of Business and Technology. "Our comprehensive core curriculum focuses on business research, ethics, a global perspective, technology, and a systems-thinking approach to organizational decision making. Our specialization courses are designed to help future faculty members apply and share that knowledge in a post-secondary classroom setting. Our students also benefit from the opportunity to earn both a PhD and a Post-Master's Certificate in College Teaching at no additional cost."

Enrollment now open Capella is now accepting enrollment applications for the doctoral specialization in Management Education. For more information, please call 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552) or email info@capella.edu.

About Capella University Capella University (www.capella.edu) is an accredited online university* that has built its reputation by providing quality online degree programs for working adults. Three-fourths of Capella students are currently enrolled in master's or doctoral degree programs in business, counseling, education, health administration, homeland security, human resource management, human services, information technology, nonprofit management and leadership, nursing, psychology, public administration, public health, public safety, and social work. Capella also offers bachelor's degree programs in business, information technology, nursing, psychology, and public safety. Within those areas, Capella currently offers 149 graduate and undergraduate specializations and 21 certificate programs. More than 36,000 learners were enrolled as of June 30, 2012, from all 50 states and 59 other countries. Capella is committed to providing high-caliber academic excellence and pursuing balanced business growth. Founded in 1993, Capella University is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Capella Education Company, headquartered in Minneapolis. For more information, please visit http://www.capella.edu or call 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552).

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* Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), http://www.ncahlc.org. Capella University, Capella Tower, 225 South Sixth Street, Ninth Floor, Minneapolis, MN 55402, 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552), http://www.capella.edu.

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SAN RAMON, CA--(Marketwire -08/08/12)- Reply!, the leading provider of locally-targeted consumer traffic, today announced the expansion of its Marketplace to include two major online categories -- education and insurance. The company's advertisers can now purchase education and insurance prospects on a cost-per-Enhanced Click or cost-per-lead basis. The company's Marketplace, which already serves many of the world's largest companies and brands in the automotive, real estate and home improvement verticals, offers unparalleled targeting and pricing controls.

The company also announced today that it has hired two industry veterans to lead teams focusing on education and insurance. Rod Pasion, who has joined Reply! as the Director and GM of Education, most recently led the National Accounts Team at ClassesUSA. Hunter Ingram, who has joined Reply! as the Director and GM of Insurance, was previously CEO of HometownQuotes, a pioneer in the insurance vertical.

"We are excited to have Rod and Hunter on the team and leading our efforts for the education and insurance verticals. In the short time they have been with us, we have made great progress developing these categories within the Marketplace," said Sean Fox, COO of Reply!, Inc. "Through this expansion, we've applied our patented technology platform to many diverse verticals and will continue to do so until all major local categories are available on the Marketplace."

About Reply!, Inc.Reply!, Inc. operates the leading marketplace for the acquisition of locally-targeted online consumer traffic. Reply!'s platform provides advertisers of all sizes with a simple and scalable solution for locally-targeted marketing. Reply! owns and operates many destination sites including iMotors.com, Contractors.com and MerchantCircle.com, which is the largest online network of local business owners in the nation with over 1.3 million member merchants and 15 million monthly local consumer visits. To learn more about Reply!, please visit http://www.reply.com.

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CHARLES TOWN, W.Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) parent company of online learning provider American Public University System (APUS), which operates through American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU) announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2012.

Recent Highlights:

Financial and Other Results:

Total revenues for the second quarter of 2012 increased 23% to $74.6 million, compared to total revenues of $60.8 million in the second quarter of 2011. Income from operations before interest income and income taxes in the second quarter of 2012 increased to $15.0 million, compared to $14.9 million in the same period of 2011. Stock-based compensation expense reduced operating income by $917,000 in the second quarter of 2012 and $746,000 in the second quarter of 2011.

Net income for the second quarter of 2012 increased to $9.2 million, or $0.51 per diluted share, which includes $0.03 per diluted share in stock-based compensation expense, net of tax. This compares to net income of $9.0 million, or $0.49 per diluted share for the second quarter of 2011, including $0.02 per diluted share in stock-based compensation expense, net of tax. The weighted average diluted shares outstanding for the second quarter of 2012 and 2011 were approximately 18.2 million and 18.3 million, respectively.

For the six months ended June 30, 2012, total revenues were $150.4 million, an increase of 26% compared to total revenues of $119.5 million in the same period of 2011. Income from operations before interest income and income tax for the six months ended June 30, 2012 increased to $29.9 million, compared to $28.0 million in the same period of 2011. Stock-based compensation expense reduced each period's operating income by $1.9 million and $1.6 million, respectively.

Net income for the six months ended June 30, 2012 to $18.3 million, or $1.01 per diluted share, which includes $0.07 per diluted share in stock-based compensation expense, net of tax. This compares to net income of $16.8 million, or $0.92 per diluted share, in the same period of 2011, including $0.05 per diluted share in stock-based compensation expense, net of tax. The weighted average diluted shares outstanding for the six months ended June 30, 2012 and 2011 were approximately 18.2 million and 18.4 million, respectively.

Total cash and cash equivalents as of June 30, 2012 were approximately $116.7 million with no long-term debt. Cash from operations for the six months ended June 30, 2012 was approximately $22.7 million, compared to $25.7 million in the same period of 2011. Capital expenditures were approximately $18.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2012, compared to $6.8 million in the prior year period. Depreciation and amortization was $5.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2012 and $4.3 million for the same period of 2011.

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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --macProVideo.com today announces the purchase of online software training website, AskVideo.com. The deal includes AskVideo.com's full catalogue, brand, and other operational assets.

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macProVideo.com was founded in February of 2005 to produce and distribute online training for Apple software applications like Logic, Final Cut Pro, iMovie, and GarageBand. The company's library quickly expanded to include training for over 40 different software applications, including Photoshop and the Adobe CS Suite, Microsoft Office, and all major audio applications from Ableton Live to Propellerhead Reason. Their training catalogue currently boasts over 1200 hours of online software courses and more than 22,000 tutorial-videos.

According to macProVideo.com's Founder and CEO, Martin Sitter, "Until now, macProVideo.com has been the place 'Where Mac Users Learn.' With the acquisition of AskVideo.com, we have purchased a great brand with over 8 years of experience in online training. AskVideo will become our primary portal for bringing our trademarked NonLinear Educating System to the larger world of Windows PC users."

The NonLinear Educating System features HD tutorial-videos that play in web browsers, on desktops, and through iOS devices. There are also advanced search features that make it easy to find topics of interest, as well as tools for bookmarking videos, taking notes, and progress tracking that displays the viewer's progress through each online course.

Users can watch free courses by creating an AskVideo.com account, or gain access to the entire AskVideo Library by purchasing a Library Pass. Educational and corporate site licenses are available for universities and companies that need to train students/staff on the use of creative software applications for audio engineering, video editing, web design, and the graphic arts.

"We are particularly excited about the potential AskVideo has for the wider corporate and educational markets," continues Martin, "our full-featured site licensing system is not only cost-effective, but also provides teachers and administrators with full analytics so they can see what their students and staff are watching, and when they watched it. With our excellent support for iOS, students and staff can watch titles on their iPad or iPhone while commuting, at lunch, or any other time that's convenient. This is true NonLinear Educating."

For more information visit http://www.AskVideo.com. Martin Sitter is available for comments and interviews.

Press Contact: Kim Bowie Kim@macprovideo.com +1 604.563.5007

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In the past, online courses and degree programs were viewed as low quality or financially unsustainable, but a variety of factors are now allowing online programs to flourish. Universities throughout the country are adopting School as a Service (SaaS) programs, which offer a way to build, market, and manage online degree programs. A number of technological advancementsas well as a new generation of tech-savvy studentshave made it easier for professors and students to work together online.

These programs are attractive because they allow students to access higher education in a more affordable, convenient way. Online learning makes it possible for professors and students to share information and work together via collaborative workspaces, chat features, social networking, and mobile devices.

In the last decade, the online education market has grown significantly and actually outpaced university enrollment. The Babson survey found 6.1 million studentsor 31 percent of total post-secondary enrollmentwere taking at least one online college course in Fall 2010. In addition,data from Eduventuressuggests that in 2010, nearly 14 percent of college students took more than 80 percent of their college courses online, and nearly 30 percent of graduate students are enrolled in online classes.

These numbers show the growing popularity of school-as-a-service programs. But which companies are leading the pack? While some have been offering online educational services for years, most have sprung up only recently. Check out a few of the top organizations making waves in SaaS:

1. 2tor

This startup is the first of its kind to offer full degree programs online at top-tier universities, and it comes highly funded. In April, 2tors total investments were just under$97 million. The service partners with universities to help them build, market, and manage their own online degree programs.

2tor creates programs only for top-tier universities and has partnered with just four universities to date the University of Southern California, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Washington University in St. Louis, and Georgetown University. So far, 2tor has built six online masters degree programs in business, nursing, social work, law, public administration, and education. 2tors exclusivity is allowing it to lead the way as a top-tier SaaS provider.

2. Academic Partnerships

Academic Partnerships works with post-secondary institutions to develop and market online programs, much like other SaaS startups. But this company is distinguished by the fact that it focuses exclusively on public institutions. In the past, public universities werent apt to adopt the online model, but in recent years, theyve been using SaaS to reach a higher number of learners.

Since 2008, Academic Partnerships has partnered with nearly 25 public universities across the country, including Arkansas State University and Ohio University. Its web-based, public model stands to play a significant role in increasing access to higher education for all in the coming years.

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PHOENIX, Aug. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Grand Canyon Education, Inc. (LOPE), a regionally accredited provider of online and campus-based postsecondary education services, today announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2012.

For the three months ended June 30, 2012:

For the six months ended June 30, 2012:

Balance Sheet and Cash Flow

As of June 30, 2012, the University had unrestricted cash and cash equivalents of $50.8 million compared to $21.2 million at December 31, 2011 and restricted cash and cash equivalents at June 30, 2012 and December 31, 2011 of $54.9 million and $56.7 million, respectively.

The University generated $79.6 million in cash from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2012 compared to $37.6 million for the same period in 2011. Cash provided by operating activities in 2012 and 2011 resulted from our net income plus non-cash charges for provision for bad debts, depreciation and amortization, share-based compensation and improvement in our working capital.

Net cash used in investing activities was $50.3million and $32.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2012 and 2011, respectively. Capital expenditures were $50.5million and $38.3million for the six months ended June 30, 2012 and 2011, respectively. In 2012, capital expenditures primarily consisted of the construction costs associated with two additional dormitories, an Arts and Science classroom building and a parking garage to support our increasing traditional student enrollment as well as purchases of computer equipment, other internal use software projects and furniture and equipment. In 2011, capital expenditures primarily consisted of ground campus building projects such as a new dormitory and an events arena to support our increasing traditional ground student enrollment as well as purchases of computer equipment, internal use software projects and furniture and equipment. In 2011 expenditures were partially offset by a $5.4 million decrease in restricted cash as a result of payment of the qui tam legal matter in June 2011.

Net cash provided by financing activities was $0.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2012 and net cash used in financing activities was $23.7 million in the six months ended June 30, 2011. During the first six months of 2012 $3.4 million of proceeds from the exercise of stock options were partially offset by $2.0 million used to purchase treasury stock in accordance with the University's share repurchase program and principal payments on notes payable and capital lease obligations of $1.3 million. During the first six months of 2011, $22.4 million was used to purchase treasury stock in accordance with the University's share repurchase program and principal payments on notes payable and capital leases totaled $1.9 million, partially offset by $0.6 million of proceeds from the exercise of stock options.

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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - When the Massachusetts Institute of Technology offered its first free online course this spring, Ashwith Rego jumped at the chance to learn from some of the world's leading researchers - without leaving his home in India.

"I never imagined that I would be taught by professors from MIT, let alone for free," said the 24-year-old engineer who works in Bangalore.

From Harvard to Stanford, a growing number of elite universities are throwing open their digital doors to the masses. They're offering their most popular courses online for no charge, allowing anyone with an Internet connection to learn from world-renowned scholars and scientists.

Many colleges have offered Web-based courses for years, but the participation of top-tier research universities marks a major milestone in the expansion of digital learning.

The proliferation of so-called massive open online courses, or MOOCs, has the potential to transform higher education at a time when colleges and universities are grappling with shrinking budgets, rising costs and protests over soaring tuition and student debt.

Supporters say these online courses can lower teaching costs, improve learning online and on campus, and significantly expand access to higher education, which could fuel technological innovation and economic growth.

"It holds the potential for serving many, many hundreds of thousands of students in a way we simply cannot today," said Molly Corbett Broad, president of the American Council on Education.

Last month, a dozen major research universities announced they would begin offering courses on the online learning platform Coursera, joining Stanford and Princeton universities and the universities of Pennsylvania and Virginia.

The University of California, Berkeley said it would start making online courses available this fall through edX, a competing Web portal launched in May by Harvard University and MIT with $60 million in funding from the two schools.

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SAN FRANCISCO When the Massachusetts Institute of Technology offered its first free online course this spring, Ashwith Rego jumped at the chance to learn from some of the worlds leading researchers without leaving his home in India.

I never imagined that I would be taught by professors from MIT, let alone for free, said the 24-year-old engineer who works in Bangalore.

From Harvard to Stanford, a growing number of elite universities are throwing open their digital doors to the masses. Theyre offering their most popular courses online for no charge, allowing anyone with an Internet connection to learn from world-renowned scholars and scientists.

Many colleges have offered Web-based courses for years, but the participation of top-tier research universities marks a major milestone in the expansion of digital learning.

The proliferation of so-called massive open online courses, or MOOCs, has the potential to transform higher education at a time when colleges and universities are grappling with shrinking budgets, rising costs and protests over soaring tuition and student debt.

Supporters say these online courses can lower teaching costs, improve learning online and on campus, and significantly expand access to higher education, which could fuel technological innovation and economic growth.

It holds the potential for serving many, many hundreds of thousands of students in a way we simply cannot today, said Molly Corbett Broad, president of the American Council on Education.

Last month, a dozen major research universities announced they would begin offering courses on the online learning platform Coursera, joining Stanford and Princeton universities and the universities of Pennsylvania and Virginia.

The University of California, Berkeley said it would start making online courses available this fall through edX, a competing Web portal launched in May by Harvard University and MIT with $60 million in funding from the two schools.

I believe it will ultimately revolutionize education, said UC Berkeley Chancellor Robert Birgeneau.

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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- When the Massachusetts Institute of Technology offered its first free online course this spring, Ashwith Rego jumped at the chance to learn from some of the world's leading researchers without leaving his home in India.

"I never imagined that I would be taught by professors from MIT, let alone for free," said the 24-year-old engineer who works in Bangalore.

From Harvard to Stanford, a growing number of elite universities are throwing open their digital doors to the masses. They're offering their most popular courses online for no charge, allowing anyone with an Internet connection to learn from world-renowned scholars and scientists.

Many colleges have offered Web-based courses for years, but the participation of top-tier research universities marks a major milestone in the expansion of digital learning.

The proliferation of so-called massive open online courses, or MOOCs, has the potential to transform higher education at a time when colleges and universities are grappling with shrinking budgets, rising costs and protests over soaring tuition and student debt.

Supporters say these online courses can lower teaching costs, improve learning online and on campus, and significantly expand access to higher education, which could fuel technological innovation and economic growth.

"It holds the potential for serving many, many hundreds of thousands of students in a way we simply cannot today," said Molly Corbett Broad, president of the American Council on Education.

Last month, a dozen major research universities announced they would begin offering courses on the online learning platform Coursera, joining Stanford and Princeton universities and the universities of Pennsylvania and Virginia.

The University of California, Berkeley said it would start making online courses available this fall through edX, a competing Web portal launched in May by Harvard University and MIT with $60 million in funding from the two schools.

"I believe it will ultimately revolutionize education," said UC Berkeley Chancellor Robert Birgeneau.

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Capella University, an accredited online university* that has built its reputation by providing high-quality online degree programs for working adults, has announced two new post-bachelor's certificates, one in Higher Education Leadership and Administration, and one in Adult Education. Courses completed as part of these certificates can be applied toward a Capella Master of Science in Higher Education. Capella's higher education programs focus on the unique issues faced by faculty and administrators in higher education, including cultural and academic diversity; strategies for teaching, assessing and measuring higher education and adult students; the use of technology to improve learning; and the development of business skills needed to lead and manage change in higher education institutions. As of June 20, 2012, more than 36,000 students are pursuing an online degree at Capella. The learning and career outcomes of Capellas students and alumni can be found at http://www.capellaresults.org

More affordable options for students pursuing higher education careers "Our new 20-credit certificates offer a more affordable way to prepare for or enhance a career in higher education," said Barbara Butts Williams, PhD, dean of Capella's School of Education. "By completing a certificate, learners can gain additional knowledge in adult education or higher education leadership and administration that can be applied to their current career. Those interested in pursuing a masters degree earn a valuable credential after completing the five certificate courses, all of which can be applied toward an MS in Higher Education at Capella. They also receive a 10 percent tuition discount toward their MS in Higher Education courses, providing a more affordable pathway to this educational goal."

Higher Education Leadership and Administration certificate offers choice of focus Capella's Higher Education Leadership and Administration certificate prepares students to make sound decisions based on best practices in higher education leadership; apply higher education theory to institutional practices; and better understand the culture and politics of four-year and community colleges. Students also choose one of two areas in which to focus their studies, higher education program administration or community college leadership. Higher education program administration focuses on divisional roles and functions, including student services, academic affairs, financial affairs, institutional advancement, and enrollment management. Community college leadership focuses on the values, missions, programs, and functions that make community colleges unique.

Adult Education The Adult Education certificate offers a foundational knowledge of major competency areas in the field of adult education. The curriculum focuses on the characteristics of adult learners and the adult education profession, as well as adult education settings, philosophies, principles, and theories. This certificate prepares students to advance the practice of learning and teaching within the field of adult education; apply adult education principles and theories to instruction, program development, and learning enhancement; adapt strategies and methods to address the characteristics of adult learners; and apply reflective strategies that lead to improved personal and professional practice.

Enrollment now open Capella is now accepting enrollment applications for these new certificates. For more information, please call 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552) or email info@capella.edu.

Capella University cannot guarantee licensure, certification, or endorsement. State regulations vary regarding professional licensure and salary benefits. It is the learners' responsibility to understand and comply with requirements for their states. Where applicable, teachers are advised to contact their individual school districts as to whether a program may qualify for salary advancement. For more information on licensure, see: http://www.capella.edu/licensure.aspx (Washington state learners are advised to go to: http://pathway.pesb.wa.gov/outofstate for more information).

In accordance with U.S. Department of Education (DOE) new advance notice requirements, a notification for these certificates will be submitted to the DOE. These certificates may be subject to additional review and approval by the DOE, which could result in a potential delay in learners being able to start the certificate. If this certificate is subject to additional review, the DOE will notify Capella University at least 30 days prior to the scheduled start date. Capella University proactively will keep applicants and learners enrolled in these certificates fully informed of any actions taken by the DOE that may affect their ability to successfully begin classes as originally scheduled.

About Capella University Capella University (www.capella.edu) is an accredited online university* that has built its reputation by providing quality online degree programs for working adults. Three-fourths of Capella students are currently enrolled in master's or doctoral degree programs in business, counseling, education, health administration, homeland security, human resource management, human services, information technology, nonprofit management and leadership, nursing, psychology, public administration, public health, public safety, and social work. Capella also offers bachelor's degree programs in business, information technology, nursing, psychology, and public safety. Within those areas, Capella currently offers 149 graduate and undergraduate specializations and 21 certificate programs. More than 36,000 learners were enrolled as of June 30, 2012, from all 50 states and 59 other countries. Capella is committed to providing high-caliber academic excellence and pursuing balanced business growth. Founded in 1993, Capella University is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Capella Education Company, headquartered in Minneapolis. For more information, please visit http://www.capella.edu or call 1.888.CAPELLA (227.3552).

Visit the Capella Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CapellaUniversity. Follow Capella on Twitter at http://twitter.com/CapellaU.

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