How good is an online degree. I would like get one?

Question

I have only taken one class in college. I am too busy to attend a regular school. I work full time and mabye an online degree would be worth looking into. I would like to be a teacher when I retire from my job. Can an online degree qualify me to be a teacher in Kansas? Is there a certain online school that has test outs for the easier courses so I could graduate faster. Any info would be helpful especially if you have an online degree and are teaching.

Answer 1

I currently teach computer science. I received my degree from NRI schools. just check very carefully if they are accredited. also check with your local community college.
be very cautious. not all correspondence schools are accredited and even if they are, you have to check if your state of residence accepts them.
NRI is now closed. but McGraw-Hill has an excellent reputation and is accepted in all most all 50 states.

Answer 2

If you are wanting to get an online degree in education then I would recommend the Western Govenors program. It is the ONLY online college that in NCATE certified. When you go to apply for a job in teaching the school district will be looking for that NCATE stamp. If its not there then your tough out of luck. Western Govenors is an accelerated program. The website below will give you more info.
http://www.wgu.edu/index.asp

Answer 3

Many accredited brick-and-mortar schools have on-line degree programs.

Baker College out of Michigan has great on-line degree programs.

Check out www.baker.edu

Very affordable at about $180 per credit hour. Fairly quick at 4 semesters per year, 2 6-weeks sessions per semester.

I rec'd my degree from the on-line program at Baker and my degree and transcript are the same as those students attending the traditional classes at Baker.

Answer 4

usually, it is not good. plus, could be someone trying to scam you of your hard earned money, with false "material"

Answer 5

It's not that good, I don't think.

Answer 6

im sorry. dont know