Distance Learning

Distance Learning opens up unbelievable opportunities for non-traditional education and learning. A school across the country or around the world offers a class unavailable elsewhere, or you always wanted to take a class at Princeton. Now you can!

There is very little difference between distance learning and online learning.

Online learning (e-learning) is distance learning, but not all distance learning is on line.

One distinction is that "on line learning" means just that: all learning is through the Internet, or other technical devices, while can mean any sort of learning where the individual is not on the actual campus. Distance Learning could include, for instance, such non-Internet activities as correspondence courses.

Companies and corporations use online learning for certain kinds of employee training such as specific skills employees must have that are related to the company itself. These may be conducted on site, from another site far away.

The first correspondence course was offered in 1840 by a Brit who used it to teach Shorthand.

The defining factor of both is that the student is separated by distance from the professor and the classroom.

Amazing Site for all learners, but especially online learners.

Something to bear in mind: The attrition, or drop-out rate is very high in distance learning. While it is difficult to fully assess the effectiveness of distance learning programs, the current rough estimate is that 70 to 80% of enrollees do not complete the courses in which they are enrolled.

What we now call "Blended Learning" seems to work better. That is when you do some learning through technical devices such as computers, and their applications, and where you spend some time face-to-face with an instructor.

The differences don't matter. What matters is that you go after your goal of an education, the easiest, and hopefully cheapest way. Keep in mind that you can attend your local community college for lower costs, and in some states with almost no cost.


Distance Learning Universities Online

You can earn degrees online in about every subject.

If you intend to enroll for on line classes, or to participate in any degree program for college credit, be sure the institution is an accredited college or university.

In addition look at College Entrance Exams - for extra college credits. There are dozens of exams in almost every subject that can give you college credit even before you enroll in college.


High School Diploma Online

Finishing your high school diploma improves your employment prospects and makes you eligible for workplace promotions. Most grown-ups, however, don’t have the time to spend several hours a day on a school campus.

Online high school diploma programs offer adults the chance to schedule school work at their convenience and complete courses at their own pace. It may not be easy to earn an online high school diploma, but the hard work can pay off for years to come.

This on line work toward your GED can frequently be done through your school district or your state's educational system. Thus, while it is on line, it is usually not originating at a location far from your home.

You can even go to law school.



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