This from eSchool News:
You could call it "MySpace" meets "Monster": Kentucky has introduced a web-based program that will help students map out their academic careers and give them an idea of what career path they'd like to explore--all while teaching them how to write a resume and apply for financial aid.
The program, called Individual Learning Plans, is a revamped version of the Individual Graduation Plan, a system the state introduced in 2002 but that failed to catch on with students.
The new program, run by Toronto-based Career Cruising, is already earning raves. "I've already had more kids in the last week say things about this than I've ever had in 13 years of education," said Todd Mullins, a guidance counselor at Oldham South Middle School.
Each student will have his or her own page, complete with test scores and the results of surveys designed to help students figure out what they're interested in.
"It's pretty cool," said Ray Grijalba, 13, an eighth grader at Oldham South who said he wants to be an engineer. "I've been looking at the money you make and stuff."
The site also allows parents to log in and check on their child's progress. Parents can leave students a message on the site or send a note to the school's guidance counselor. The plan is available in both English and Spanish.
Jenny Sawyer, executive director of admissions at the University of Louisville, said the system makes students better prepared for dealing with the pressure of applying to college...
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