Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, David H. LewisA student I know recently priced this semester's textbooks at the university bookstore at over $600. Since most online colleges are still using...
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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, George Pchemyan Many online students are beginning a new semester this coming week. If you're wondering how to make this year your best yet, take a look at my...
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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, Amanda Rohde Some students have found it difficult to secure loans for the coming semester. Although federal loans are still available, many private lenders are pulling...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Bart Coenders Learning how to set a personal schedule is one of the most difficult challenges online learners face. Many virtual colleges have lax deadlines, allowing...
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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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© jaydenlove According to some reports, Amazon.com plans to market its new version of the Kindle to college students. Seattle PI reports:"Amazon is working on a new version of the Kindle, and...
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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, Tomislav Forgo With the current recession, many are struggling to pay the bills. If you want to find a better way to manage your money or just want to learn more about...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Justin Horrocks Many Hawaii residents are skipping the commute and taking advantage of convenient online classes. The Honolulu Advertiser reports:"Between shuttling...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, The College Opportunity and Affordability Act became law last week after being signed by the president. This law has several clauses that may affect online students. My...
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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, Image# 5893466 Would you try harder if your online course discussions were rewarded through a point system? The Journal of Online Interactive Learning recently published...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Chris Bernard If you haven't already checked out the free online courses from iTunes U, you're missing out. Their online store offers tons of no cost downloads...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Rich Legg As a Skype user, I've been able to make long distance phone calls for only a few bucks a month. This new age phone company uses the internet to offer...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Angel Herrero de Frutos Many online learners are concerned about The College Opportunity and Affordability Act of 2008, passed by Congress last Thursday. The bill could...
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