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 and salaries to increase.

Technology is one subject that works especially well with online learning. Many computer science topics, for example, can be learned just as well (if not better) sitting in front of a computer screen.

Take a look at any list of online technology degrees and you'll find dozens of programs available. In addition to undergraduate and graduate studies, there are a variety of professional technology certificate programs at all levels.

If you're interested in pursuing an online technology degree, check out Network World's list of in-demand technology skills: 12 IT Skills That Employers Can't Say No To.