online collgege does it work?

Answer 1

Sure it does--depending.

Does it work as well as face-to-face instruction for all subjects? No, I wouldn't trust any registered nurse or medical lab tech who completed the program online--they need to have real-time instruction at least in phlebotomy and similar tasks.

Then again, some subjects I think are better online--computer sciences the prime example.

Now, when it comes to employment, surveys suggest that many firms look down on any degree earned mostly or entirely online. The cure for that problem, I think, is to complete the online degree through a state university so that the diploma/transcript won't scream "online".

Answer 2

The academic literature indicates that distance learning is as effective (when measured equally) academically and has just as much utility or non-utility (when considering the reputation of the college concerned) as traditional education.

The for-profit argument is an asinine one, in that, there are only a few free colleges out there so everyone is operating "for profit". Some simply get tax relief while others don't.

As for employment utility. Academic literature tells us that most employers are concerned more with the reputation of the college than with the delivery mode.

As much as many don't like University of Phoenix (for example), the are the single largest university in the world by enrollment. I agree that there are better options but, let's be realistic - if people were getting no benefit from UoP degrees, they simply wouldn't continue to grow.

Keep in mind always that there are some people who think online degree = get a tattoo on your forehead that says bad education. There are also some of us that believe the same about attending anything but the world top ten. You will always hear someone tell you how their way is the only way and all others are wrong. Those people are usually not worth listening to other than for a few laughs.

The following major universities think online education works: Harvard, Oxford, UC Berkeley, Duke, Johns Hopkins, (hundreds more). If those think it's a good idea - wouldn't we have to be pretty arrogant to disagree? It'd be about as arrogant as saying that only people who have a degree from Harvard, Princeton, et al have a "real" education.

Answer 3

Well you learn something but unless it's a Brick university Distance course your credits are worthless

Most who have done it, though, say it's hard not having a teacher and not have a vebal read.

Answer 4

Online colleges and universities take a lot of discipline and dedication but it gives the freedom of studying at the times you want. Mentors and Instructors are accessible if you have questions or concerns about the curriculum. I attend Western Governors University, where I am getting my teacher's certification, it is the only online university that is regionally and nationally certified. And they are very affordable. Places like Univ. of Phoenix and Capella Univ. are very very expensive. But online colleges are gradually becoming more acceptable and more popular now that more adults and working parents are going back to school. If you are considering an online university, I would suggest looking up Western Governors Univ. I love the school, it's cheap, and it's nationally recognized and takes federal financial aid.

Answer 5

In my opinion, youwould be bette roff getting a tattoo on your forehead that says "Bad Education." It would be just as effective and be a hell of a lot cheaper.

Most online universities are For Profit corporations that have no selectivity and are not looked on favorably by employers. They cost more than reputable public universities.

Some, like University of Phoenix are particularly agregious. It was recently fined a record $9.8MM for sleazy recruiting practice. I've read that they are currently being investigated for padding their placement numbers. Also, companies like Intel refuse to pay for their employees to take classes there because it lacks rigor.

Go to a real school.

Answer 6

Perhaps you should learn to spell college before attending.

On-line classes aren't for everyone. Personally, I like the whole classroom experience better than on-line. But I've known plently of people who have been happy taking classes on-line.

Answer 7

I don't think they're as effective as actual colleges.