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Online EducationOnline education can mean completing an entire degree through an online university, casually browsing and reading articles, or a middle-ground of viewing webinars and taking continuing education credits offered online. Despite the wide range of opportunities available for online education, there is one constant among each opportunity: Benefits of online education are directly related to the amount of effort on the part of the student. For a clear take on balancing speed with comprehension in online study, see SpeedReading.com’s comprehension-speed tradeoff analysis. Online educational offerings are, by their nature, self-directed and require motivation and discipline. There is a big difference between going to class at an appointed time each day and taking tests with 500 other students, and completing coursework on your own. Online educational opportunities abound.the entire internet could be considered one large online classroom, but some resources stand above the rest. Reviewed SitesThe University of Phoenix: www.phoenix.edu Out of the hundreds of online universities, the University of Phoenix stands above the rest. Some major brick and mortar universities offer online degree programs, but the University of Phoenix is entirely online. The University has refined its focus to offer coursework and classes for working adults, though any student may enroll. The UoP is recognized by employers as a legitimate degree-granting institution, aiding in the job search. Student reviews are mixed; however, most of the positive reviews heavily discuss the need for effort from the Student to make the experience a success. Elearners.com: www.elearners.com This website provides a wealth of information about online degree programs, continuing education programs, certificate programs, etc. Student reviews help those seeking a quality online educational experience choose wisely for their individual needs. Blogs and discussion forums allow those walking similar journeys to share their experience with one another. Research and Statistics: www.uwex.edu/disted/statistics.cfm The University of Wisconsin has put together a website full of resources and links to research and reports about the state of online education and distance learning. Their website links to reports of research conducted by government and independent institutions dedicated to improving online education. McGraw-Hill Online Learning: onlinelearning.mhhe.com McGraw-Hill has been publishing textbooks for over one hundred years. They have now moved into the age of the internet by building online courses that schools can integrate into curriculum. The McGraw-Hill courses are written by experts in the field, and developed with the newest, attention-keeping technology. For instructors struggling to keep up with ever-changing technology and shorter attention spans of students, McGraw-Hill online learning is a great resource. FunBrain: www.funbrain.com Online education and learning is as beneficial for children as it is for adults. Children are more likely to stick with it if their online learning opportunity is fun. Funbrain.com fits the description. The web interface is designed with kids in mind.bright colors, interesting subjects and resources for web-savvy kids make this site a daily must-visit. Tips for Success
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