The Growth of Online Education Over the Last Decade
A down economy, a down stock market, a downturn in retail, consumer spending, and even family vacations. Here’s something that’s on the rise: online education. A new study from online education solutions partner The Learning House, Inc. says online education is not only up, it’s skyrocketing. According to “Online College Students 2012: Comprehensive Data on [...]
Profile of the Average Online Student
Not everyone is cut out to be an athlete, chef or author. Nor can everyone successfully telecommute, work the third shift, or hold two jobs. Personality, preferences, temperament, habit—they all factor in. Same with online learning. Sure, online studies are awesome, but it takes a certain kind of person to excel at online learning and [...]
Top 8 Reasons Students Choose Online Degrees
Whether you want to take a few online classes or finish your degree 100% online, there’s no shortage of reasons to choose an online degree. Here are eight of the best. Balance. Online degrees let you fit classes into your crazy, jam-packed schedule, making it easier to keep up with work, family, social stuff and [...]
A Business Degree is the Most Popular Online Degree
If online degrees had a popularity contest, there would be one clear winner. A new survey found that business degrees (primarily business administration degrees or management degrees) are the most popular. That goes for both undergraduate and graduate level degrees. The study was conducted by The Learning House, Inc. and Aslanian Market Research* and says that the average [...]
How to Finish Your College Degree 100% Online
“A goal properly set is halfway reached.” —Zig Ziglar If you believe Zig Ziglar, the mere act of deciding to go back to school puts you well on your way to reaching your goal. That’s good news, too, because returning to college is one of the best ways to position yourself for success or successfully [...]
Secrets to Discerning Academic Quality Standards
“I is a college graduate.” Oh sure, the T-shirt is funny. The lack of quality education behind it? Not so much. Going back to college as an adult is no laughing matter. It takes time, effort, dedication, commitment and a whole host of other things to go back to school—especially if you’re juggling work, home, [...]
Finishing Your College Degree Online: Should You Do It?
If only … I could finish my degree. If only … I could afford to go back to school. If only … going back to college worked with my crazy schedule. If only … it was more convenient to take classes. If only … if only … if only … The “if only” game. We’ve [...]
Thinking About an Online Bachelor’s Degree? Read This First.
When you’re thinking of investing time, energy, resources and money—not to mention hopes, dreams and aspirations—into something like an online college education, it’s natural to want to be sure it makes the grade. And with online degree programs being a fairly recent education option, it’s wise to brush up on the subject before making your [...]
The Truth About Online Degrees: 5 Common Myths Busted
In addition to expanding your educational horizons and enriching both your personal and professional life, pursuing college coursework or completing your degree is a smart way to recession-proof your career. One of the most convenient ways for busy working adults to finish school is by pursuing a degree in an online format. Online degrees [...]
