Or do employers just laugh and throw your application out of the window? How reputable is an internet college degree?
2007-10-01 09:23:36 · 6 answers · asked by amazonprincess707 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
What negatives have you heard in particular?
2007-10-01 09:39:04 · update #1
Yes. At McDonald's.
2007-10-01 09:26:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
I have taken a computer programming class online, but not from U of P. It was the local community college. All of the homework assignments, reading assignments, etc. were handed out via e-mail, and turned in the same way. I agree with Honneebee68 - it's hard work. I would never study a complicated topic this way again if I have an alternative.
The two biggest problems I had was that first, I had no face to face time with the class or the instructor. I think that time in the classroom is very valuable. You can learn so much more by being there, by hearing what someone says, rather than just by downloading and reading an assignment.
Second, it took my instructor 2-3 days to answer e-mails. If you have a followup question, or don't understand the answer, it takes another 2-3 days to get the response to that. Suddenly, you're a full week behind, and it's really tough to catch up.
If you do take online classes, find out how quickly they respond to e-mails, and whether they are available by phone or other means for questions, clarification, etc. In my opinion, it's not an easy or efficient way to learn.
2007-10-01 16:37:16 · answer #2 · answered by Ralfcoder 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it can help, if you have already some meat on your resume. It is extremely expensive for what it is, and I've heard a lot of negatives and some good experiences from former students. So, like anything else, it really depends on the program, and your career goals.
For the cost, many local universities have now rolled out online programs, but you get like a Boston University degree, not a degree from a known online program.
I also think that education and particularly career training loans is one of the biggest rackets out there right now. So, move slowly and see if you can just take one class and test the waters before committing to anything. Additionally, do some informational interviews with others in your line of work or the line of work you want to get into to. See what is really required to get hired. Maybe you need more relevant job experience and training sponsored by the employer, or better yet, degree paid by your employer.
I'd do a lot more industry and job investigation before sinking in more money to something with an uncertain outcome.
From the tone of your question, you probably already know, that U of Phoenix isn't the right place for you. They do so much hardcore marketing, its easy to get sucked in.
Good luck!
2007-10-01 16:31:05 · answer #3 · answered by staya 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am currently using Distance Ed. to get my AA degree that can be transferred to a 4 year college. My friend is doing the same. She is using U.of Phoenix, and has been told that she will be accredited to teach when she is finished. Lots of people use the Internet to learn. It's hard work, by the way.
2007-10-01 16:30:04 · answer #4 · answered by honneebee68 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my decades in academia and job placement, I have met one person who used a U of Phoenix degree as a credential for a job - and that was at an Indian Tribal College in nowhere, North Dakota.
My best advice to you is that you go to the accredited community college that is closest to your.
2007-10-04 10:55:18 · answer #5 · answered by Prof. Cochise 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most people do not think much of that school. Do not expect that school to open many doors for you.
2007-10-01 16:32:55 · answer #6 · answered by shadouse 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋