Archive for the ‘Online Education’ Category

Colorado Technical University: Giving Graduates a Better Life

January 25, 2011 1:20 pm Choosing a School, Education, Online Education

You might think the typical college student would be a recent high school graduate, attending a 4-year college, living on campus and entering under the general studies major. But do all college students fit into this category? Colorado Technical University (CTU) believes that everyone deserves the chance to get the education they need to improve [...]

Traditional vs. Non-Traditional Education

October 12, 2010 12:38 pm Choosing a School, Education, Online Education

Traditional education is brick and mortar—head off to the classroom and personally interact with teachers and other students. But with the widespread availability of the internet, traditional educations have been challenged by non-traditional approaches.

What Employers Really Think of Online Degrees

September 30, 2010 12:33 pm Online Education

Online education seems to be very appealing to those who need flexibility, convenience and independence. Here is what employers, school administrators, and students think.

3 College Etiquette Tips to Increase Your Success

September 23, 2010 12:03 pm Education, Online Education, Preparing for School

Frequently college students overlook a basic way they can increase their success in a college course – classroom etiquette. Interactions in the college classroom influence the instructor, impact group dynamics, and due to normal human psychology, quickly label and categorize students. Thinking back on basic middle school rules like, “plan ahead, be polite, and participate [...]

Students can earn certifications through online business degree programs

September 21, 2010 2:00 am Online Education

Some working adults may want to earn a higher degree, but worry that their efforts to improve their qualifications will cost too much time and money. Fortunately, there are many campus-based and online colleges that offer certificate programs, which can enable students to boost their resume quickly. For instance, the University of North Carolina at [...]

5 Ways Online Degrees Save Money

March 24, 2010 2:08 pm Economy, Online Education

Students all over the country are facing tough economic times as tuition and school fees are increasing nationwide. With budgets being cut and schools being forced to take drastic measures, many students are turning to online education.

4 Great Criminal Justice Careers

March 22, 2010 3:44 pm Career Advice, Choosing a Degree, Online Education

Criminal Justice Degrees are one of the most sought after degrees currently, and one with the biggest employment potential, according to a report from the Department of Education.

Four of the fastest growing and most profitable careers in Criminal Justice are the following:

1. Crime Scene Investigator- If you’ve ever watched any CSI shows on TV, you have a slightly…

Worth of An Online Masters Degree

March 19, 2010 10:05 am Online Education

One chief advantage of having a master’s degree is the potential it brings to you for increased earnings.

5 Ways Going to School Online Could Save You Thousands

March 16, 2010 12:09 pm Online Education

Students all over the country are facing tough economic times as tuition and school fees are increasing nationwide. With budgets being cut and schools being forced to take drastic measures, many students are turning to online education. “It seems like everyone is trying to make due in these tough economic times. Now that schools are [...]