© j.gresham A lot of students are surprised when the learn that anyone can take Harvard classes online. Harvard Extension School, a part of Harvard University, offers distance learning courses with...

© wili_hybrid There's been a lot of talk about recession lately. But, some degrees are practically guaranteed to be in high demand - no matter what the state of the economy. Yahoo Education...

Since yesterday's post about Excelsior College, several readers have asked about other life experience programs. The other two of the "big three" life experience universities are Thomas...

Traditional schooling isn't the right choice for every teenager. Online classes offer flexibility as well as guidance to teen learners. Many online programs are regionally accredited and can help...

Online college is often the best option for adult learners seeking to complete their college degrees. In addition to the scheduling flexibility offered by online schools, students are generally able...

Over the past couple years, UMassOnline has created several new online degree programs. Now, they're adding three additional virtual programs to their catalog. A recent UMassOnline press release...

Every year, more online Christian schools open. There are now hundreds of online Christian colleges and high school programs. And the market doesn't seem to be waning. In addition to wanting...

Online high schools are becoming more popular for both teenage and adult students. In my latest About.com article, I explain the difference between the four most popular types of online high school...

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...

Penn State is now taking applications for their new Community and Economic Development master's degree. Accepted students will take their courses 100% via the internet. Here's how the school...

If you want to enroll in a competitive online college program but you didn't graduate from high school, your first step may be to earn a high school diploma or GED. While most publicly funded...

A growing number of online colleges are offering virtual nursing programs. If you're interesting in entering this "helping profession," check out eLearner's Online Nursing Guide....

Because computer science is so conducive to the online learning environment, a lot of virtual colleges offer these programs. Now, Ars Technica reports that people with computer science degrees have...

According to Aviation International News, many pilots are now learning to fly through a portable virtual training program:"The biggest technological breakthrough of late has been the introduction...

According to Southwest Nebraska News, Mid-Plains Community College will begin offering a business associates degree program 100% online: "Mid-Plains Community College students are now able to...

Yes, there are online courses for just about anything a person would want to study. That includes Perdue University's upcoming courses about grain. Teaming up with the Grain Elevator and...

Starting in 2008, the University of Illinois' Global Campus will begin offering several graduate and undergraduate programs online. Here's a blurb from their recent news release:"The...

It is possible to earn a prestigious degree from Columbia University without completing a residency. Check out this blurb from Columbia's Video Network website:"CVN enables students globally...

According to industry professionals, the workforce is entering a technology skills shortage. More employers are looking for new hires that have technological know-how. Demand is causing job numbers...

A recent Yahoo Education article discusses the growth of online classes aimed at preparing students for top careers. Here' s a blurb: "Impressive growth in the availability of accredited...