I would just like to know a little bit about the online college courses from people who have took them.
2007-04-02 09:59:12 · 12 answers · asked by sevndustfan 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Most online universities are For Profit corporations that employers do not regard very highly. Some -- like the University of Phoenix -- are considered less rigorous than real colleges. Others may or may not be as rigorous -- but the truth is that many employers will not hire you if you get an online degree.
Some respectable universities do offer some classes online. It wouldn't hurt your employment possibilities if you took one or two of them.
2007-04-02 10:14:31 · answer #1 · answered by Ranto 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I've taken one online course through a community college. I didn't like it - I wouldn't say that it was easier or harder than regular courses - just different. And, I can tell you that I didn't learn anything. Just take the notes - highlight in the text - have the text handy for the online test. As long as you can look the answers up quickly you are fine. I wasn't impressed with the teacher or the way she handled questions. She tried to have group involvement by using a bulletin board type thing for some class discussion - it was a joke. By the way - the class I took was Business Law, I was 38 at the time. Hope some of this helps (at least I hope it doesn't make your decision even tougher!).
2016-03-17 06:56:44 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Online college classes are simlar to a regular class. The main differences are the material and time frame. Online you have usually a few extra days to finish a chapter/book/project, but at the same time, you usually have more work to do as a whole. So, it balances. If you have less time, go with online classes.
2007-04-02 10:04:22 · answer #3 · answered by nix_wolfwood 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I completed my Associate degree with an online college and now I am almost finished with my Bachelor degree from the same school. It is very common, now days, for people to get degrees from online colleges. The most important thing is to make sure that they are accredited. They also seem to be a lot more work than a regular brick-and-mortor environment and you really have to be organized and have self-discipline.
2007-04-02 10:04:54 · answer #4 · answered by flowerpot41 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Due to the nature of online courses, your in class participation is usually replaced with electronic bulletin board discussion participation on a platform such as Blackboard or ECollege, team projects, or live chats.
The assignments are submitted electronically, usually in Microsoft Word or Excel to be graded by the instructor.
Depending on the University, Exams are taken at an on campus testing center or sent electronically to a pre-approved proctor who is their when you take the exam.
Whether to take it or not depends on your preference. Online courses take more discipline to self start on assignments. It's a matter of whether you can prefer/need to have a live instructor or can read / comprehend independently and email an instructor when questions come up.
Your grade will be more assignment-based, so it will generally be more work than skating through lecture halls.
I work in a company with 7,000+ employees and we accept regionally accredited degrees, regardless of the delivery method (online or onground). The accreditation is important because it will allow you to be licensed for an RN, CPA, or whatever your career field is.
The only real downside is the occasional flack these schools get from Luddites who think you can only learn in an old building from a tenured professor who hasn't worked in his field in 30 years.
2007-04-02 11:06:50 · answer #5 · answered by swimbikeron 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, they are just as good. Just make sure you go with a credible college if not a local community college. It's more convenient for those (like myself) with tight schedules and no time for campus classes. I currently attend Colorado Technical University Online and it's awesome.
2007-04-02 10:07:20 · answer #6 · answered by purpleama456 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally it all depends on your drive & dedication. Can you get up everyday and study without someone making you do it? Can you set goals for yourself and meet them?
I just graduated from an online college. I finished in 6 months what would have taken a full year. Working at your own pace can be good if your disaplened. It's also great if you have to work full time.
2007-04-02 10:10:06 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
online college classes good regular college classes
2016-02-01 11:33:44 · answer #8 · answered by Filberto 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on the instructor. Some instructors will allow you to work at your own pace and will set the due date for the end of the given quarter, term, etc. Other instructors will be a little more strict with due dates on assignments. I found that math courses seem to be the most difficult for me, as I'm not that great at math to begin with, but it's mostly self-teaching. It's nice if you have a busy schedule (work, children) so I would encourage online if possible.
2007-04-02 10:07:58 · answer #9 · answered by yetiman7185 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they are offered by a reputable institution, they are as good or better, because the student can work largely at the times that are good for him.
Be a little careful: There are scammers out there who are pretending to offer college courses and degrees, but who are really after your wallet.
2007-04-02 10:08:08 · answer #10 · answered by Tigger 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋