Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 6680981 Some critics complain that online learners miss out on the socialization provided by traditional schools. This is probably true in some respects. However,...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Guillermo Perales Gonzalez The Universities Weblog recently published an interesting post discussing colleges that require certain behavior from their students - even in...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 5555379 A recent study found that two thirds of colleges are currently using some type of environmentally friendly technology, such as the implementation of...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 3000132 ReadWriteWeb recently published a very helpful list of 10 web applications for college students. Here's what they have to say about it:"For a lot...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Ekaterina Monakhova Are five year olds too young for online learning? Not according to the Virtual Kindergarten program in one Pennsylvania school district. Their...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Lisa Thornberg Before you hop in the car for a drive to your local library, you might want to check out what the web has to offer. EduChoices.org reports:"Think...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Konstantin Inozemtsev Several articles this year have explored online learning as a way to help the environment. A recent TechWhack press release explains:"When the...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Tom England Choosing an online college can be a difficult process. If you're currently searching for a virtual program that fits your needs, check out my latest...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Günay Mutlu According to recent statistics, private online colleges are booming in Florida. RedOrbit explains:"They cost more and often get less respect than...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Laurin Johnson Do you feel comfortable taking a fingerprint scan before doing online coursework? Do you mind being watched by a webcam while taking a virtual test?...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Viorika Prikhodko The open textbook movement seems to be gaining fans, as more students struggle to make ends meet. USA Today explains:"As textbook prices...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Nigel Carse If you're looking for an online college, one aspect to consider is class scheduling or pacing. My latest About.com article explores some of the most...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 5861419A growing number of high school students are using the summer to take required courses online. The Dallas Morning News reports on the popularity of online...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Victor PrikhodkoThe Higher Education Transfer Alliance is an organization of colleges dedicated to supporting credit transfers between schools. My latest About.com...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Kris VandereyckenOnline college programs are especially convenient for students living away from urban areas. People in rural towns and mountain communities have found...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Izvorinka JankovicA recent study from Northwestern University found that men are more likely than women to share their creative work on the internet - even though both...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Arpad Nagy-BagolyA new study shows that half of all college students are now using e-books. Wired Campus reports:"Of 6,452 students worldwide who responded to the...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Matjaz BoncinaVideo lectures aren't the most dynamic aspect of online learning. Instead of offering a face-to-face discussion, these segments are static and are...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Phillip Jonesaccredited online degrees seem to be gaining more acceptance in the workplace. Both current and prospective employers are becoming more open to quality...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Anja HildOne of the most important factors to consider when choosing an online college is the program's residency requirements. Some online colleges do not require...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 5218304Last week, I wrote about the need for social interaction in effective online learning. Now, a new report from the Journal of Online Learning and Teaching...
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© Bombardier Course management systems such as Blackboard are extremely popular and are used by colleges across the nation. But, not everyone is a fan. A new group of so-called "edu-punk"...
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