Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Jim JuricaUsing a diploma mill degree in the wrong way could land you in serious trouble. My latest About.com article lists state laws related to the use of substandard...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Andres Peiro PalmerI've always thought that one of the best parts of online learning is the opportunity to take tests in your pajamas. But, apparently, not everyone...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Sean LockeIf you want remote access to Wikipedia but don't want to shell out for Amazon's Kindle, consider downloading Pocket Wikipedia 1.0. Here's how Free...
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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, Jason ReekieWhen used correctly, online class message boards and forums can be a huge asset. Virtual communication allows students to connect with each other, explore...
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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, Image# 5271774Copyright laws may encourage innovation, but they also make it difficult for students to access the materials they need. A recent Innovative article...
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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, Image# 5662949According to one professor, online colleges are not embracing the web 2.0 technology that has made websites such as Facebook and Twitter popular. Ars...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Chris SchmidtOne aspect to consider when choosing an online college is the school's required testing. Each virtual college has its own test taking policies and...
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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, Daniel CardiffHere's another prestigious college online learners may want to consider: Stanford University. The Stanford Center for Professional development offers a...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Alex SlobodkinWestern Governors University, a non-profit online college, is now reporting enrollment of over 10,000 students. This sometimes controversial school allows...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Jakub SemeniukA new Federal grant is making it possible for native Hawaiian students to receive free laptops. Here's Molokai Times has to say about the...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Image# 3299074I don't recommend enrolling in an unaccredited online school. These programs tend to offer a lower quality education, even if they are not diploma...
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Photo courtesy of iStockphoto, Thomas PerkinsSome online college students may have more difficulty securing student loans in the coming semester. It seems that the mortgage crisis has affected more...
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© Pathfinder Linden Many online college students take courses in virtual realms such as Second Life. To enter these worlds they must choose a graphical figure to represent them. The Economic Times...
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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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