Drexel University recently announced the launch of an unusual online degree: the Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies. The new degree teaches students the skills they need to be a...
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Massachusetts Sergeant Brice Leslie is facing criticism for using a suspicious masters degree. The Worcester Telegram reports:"I had master's credits from military courses," he said...
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Recent research from the Sloan Consortium shows that some traditional professors are still skeptical of online learning. USA Today reports:"Just as professors have long questioned whether...
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A growing number of traditional colleges now offer online classes. But, unfortunately, many are also charging virtual learners a "distance learning fee" in addition to their regular tuition....
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Many companies offer employees some form of tuition reimbursement for attending an accredited college. But, a few companies are taking employee learning a step further, with no-cost company-created...
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I've written before about the potential of cell phone courses (and my disdain for the idea). Now, it seems that one Japanese college has actually gone through with it. This week Cyber University...
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Students in Baltimore will soon be able to enroll in blended learning programs for health care subjects. Campus Technology reports:"The Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) is expanding...
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Whether or not your online college offers a digital library, you'll probably want to check out the massive collection of books now offered from the Universal Digital Library. A recent article from...
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Wikis can be an incredible supplement to an online class. They can be used to organize class material, collect student assignments, or act as a collective consciousness. Wikis in Education from...
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You can learn a lot about an online college by visiting its website and talking to its admissions counselors. But, I've always believed that the best way to learn about the college's student...
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A recent NPR story examines the growing popularity of online courses in the United States."When today's college graduates get together for a reunion someday, they may decide to do it by...
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As a pioneer in opencourseware, MIT has long offered no-cost learning materials online. Now, its new project, Highlights for High School, provides virtual material to the younger crowd. Here's...
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I recently came across an article from Go College that examined the top 11 reasons college students drop out. As I considered each cause, I realized that many of these student's problems could...
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It's hard to think about next semester's textbooks before starting this semester's finals. But, if you want to save, now is the time. My recently updated About.com article shows how online...
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If you're completely new to online learning, you need a solid of understanding of the basics. Educational Portal recently published a short video (just over a minute long) that explains how online...
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UC Berkeley is joining up with other colleges to make educational podcasting easier. Here's how they explain the educational podcasting project called OpenCast:"UC Berkeley is developing a...
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When the iphone was released, the crowds were mostly concerned about its appeal as a sleek new gadget for the tech-savvy. But, some educators are beginning to see the iPhone's potential as an...
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Online learning offers flexibility and convenience, but it's not for everyone. Recognizing this fact, UMassOnline is offering over ten new blended learning programs. UMassOnline CEO david gray...
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The second I hung my master's degree on the wall I started thinking about earning a doctorate. A doctorate may be the most prestigious degree, but it also requires a substantial commitment of time...
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This week Amazon announced the long-awaited release of their new ebook reader, the Kindle. As an avid reader and on-the-go learner, I've been waiting for something like this. I love the idea of...
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According to Wired Campus, a lawsuit against Capella U was recently dismissed in court:"The plaintiff, Jeffrey La Marca, argued that the online university violated the americans with disabilities...
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Keeping track of assignments and due dates can be a chore. That's why I'm always on the look out for new ways to get organized. If you're struggling with staying up-to-date on your online...
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