Distance Learning

How Discussion Boards Are Used in the Online Learning Environment

March 16, 2011

Some students are leery of going to college online because they feel they will miss out on the social interaction that comes with a traditional classroom environment. This is partially true. After all, you won’t be able to raise your hand and have your question answered immediately by your professor in an online learning environment, [...]

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Balancing Work and Going to School Online

March 4, 2011

Thousands of students take online courses each year, primarily in pursuit of associate or bachelor’s degrees. However, a growing number of students are choosing to pursue master’s programs online, which are far more rigorous and require more time, effort and research than online undergraduate programs. At the graduate level, many students are also working full [...]

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How Online Education Can Benefit from the Social Media Model

March 1, 2011

According to a recent article and interview in Inside Higher Ed, free online course material from the likes of Harvard, Yale, and MIT has done wonders for the online education movement; however, it is now facing what Inside Higher Ed calls an ‘existential moment’ as a result of the rise of for-profit online education. Especially [...]

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Online Schools: Enhancing Future Possibilities for the New Year

February 16, 2011

Even though it’s already February, it’s still possible to set a few resolutions for the year. A common New Year’s resolution is to earn more money. Unfortunately, many people believe the only recourse is finding a second—or a third—job. Fortunately, there is another option for many people that not only can increase annual income but [...]

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Blended Education Bridges Traditional and Online Learning

February 14, 2011
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Online education can be a strange concept to those who are used to viewing learning as a process that involves students sitting in a classroom with a lecturer in front of them. Yet, there is great promise in online programs. In addition, the opportunity to take classes from home at the student’s convenience is a [...]

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5 Things to Look for in an Online Master’s Program

December 7, 2010

There was a time when it was acceptable to say no to college and look for a job straight out of high school; then came the time when it was imperative to hold at least one degree in the discipline of your choice; and now is the time when a master’s degree is more the [...]

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Is Online Learning the Right Decision for Me?

December 2, 2010

Online degree programs have helped thousands of students fit higher education into a busy schedule. However, this doesn’t mean it’s the right choice for everyone. Among the many things to consider when making this big decision is your particular learning style, your comfort level with technology, your level of self-discipline, and your work schedule. Learning [...]

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Online Graduates Versus Traditional Graduates in the Job Market

November 24, 2010

There’s been a lot of discussion and many surveys about whether or not employers view online graduates as equally qualified for jobs as traditional college graduates. The answer depends on who you talk to and is different for each situation. This article focuses on answering this intriguing question: Are there any advantages that graduates of [...]

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