Finding Online Subjects And Programs To Take
Taking online subjects and programs, e.g., an MBA, an Information Technology certificate, an Education degree, or any other qualification by online study, is a really convenient way to to become qualified.
But given the large number of "educational institutions" springing up around the world, care must be taken or else the quality of the education and qualification received will be worthless. Whatever your interest, you should make sure that you apply for accredited online programs. The ones that you locate using these search engines are all accredited - as are the other recommended schools that you will find on this website offering online degree programs in various subjects.
Most of the pages on this online and distance learning web site also offer advice relevant to those wishing to study on campus, but you may need to click here for links to campus-based programs.
Finding the schools and programs you want
If you are interested in studying online, you can find most subjects easily.
Because of technology convergence and the huge advances made in information and communication technology (ICT), distance education has changed remarkably over the last decade. Online learning now makes it possible for learners to take a wide selection of programs online from a distance education college anywhere. And because of the interactions made possible by Web 2.0, online learning can be a social activity.
If you are not sure of the subject area or program you want, click on the links in the navigation bar to find out more about such areas as: Art & Design, Business, Education, Health, Humanities, Nursing, Psychology, Sciences, Social Sciences, and Technology.
If you know the subject area you want, use the search box on this page, and also click on this link to complete a search form to find schools or online degree programs in areas that interest you. Use both search engines and apply for information from several schools so that you can compare content and entry requirements.
Click to find an online program or a school near you
Salary comparison for various online subjects and programs
The salaries that graduates in particular subject areas get will clearly depend on the job they finish up in. After five or so years, many people find themselves working in jobs that have little to do with their degree. However, in general terms, there are differences in the salaries of people with various degrees and statistics are available to show the differences. For example, in Canada, graduates of an MBA earn approximately CDN$82,000 whereas Master of Science graduates earn over CDN$63,000.
More details of expected salaries for graduates of specific discipline areas can be found by looking at the web pages for those areas. Click on the relevant links in the navigation bar in the left-hand column.
Campus versus online
Online learning does not suit everyone. For those students who feel that they would like to study on campus, the website also has a section on campus programs.
Some online courses include synchronous interaction using web-conferencing (either video of audio) and some on campus courses include online elements in their delivery. In some cases, both online and on campus courses have moved to become "blended learning" courses. So the distinction between on campus and online has blurred in terms of delivery modalities.
So which should you choose - an online school or a campus school? Find out more at College or Online.
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Use this link to find programs and schools.
Use the search facility on this site to find more online subjects and programs.
You can also use this link to search for online degree programs
Remember to compare the admission requirements and course content of several schools before you choose a program.
Campus Programs
For those students who feel that online learning and distance education is not for them, the web site also has a section on campus programs.
You can also use this link to search for a program or a school near you.
Online Learning vs Campus Study
Which should you choose - online learning or campus study?
- Online study provides flexibility for working adults and others not able to attend campus universities.
- Online programs are usually more economical.
- However, campus schools may offer scholarships, internships and work opportunities.
- Online learning doesn't suit everyone. It depends on your learning style.
So which should you choose - an online school or a campus school? Find out more at College or Online.
A vision for open educational resources
Richard Baraniuk is a Rice University professor with a giant vision: to create a free, global online education system. In this presentation, he introduces Connexions, the open-access publishing system that's changing the landscape of education by providing free coursework and educational materials to everyone in the world. (Recorded February 2006 in Monterey, CA.)
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