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| Distance Learning for Your MBA |
| Saturday, September 29, 2007 |
Distance Learning for Your MBA
by: Jay Moncliff
In today’s job market, a bachelor’s degree often isn’t enough to give you the edge over other job applicants. However, getting your MBA at a local college or university may be just too much for a full-time breadwinner with a home and family to care for. There are still ways to advance your education, though, and one of the most popular is getting your MBA through distance learning.
Distance learning via internet is a relatively recent phenomenon. Usually, a student will enroll in an online university and take the all of the classes online. Sounds like a great deal, right? There are many pitfalls for the distance learner.
Be sure to choose the right school. As with every other category of business, there are good and there are not so good distance learning programs. Don’t waste your time and money on a school that is not accredited by a nationally recognized agency. Your diploma needs to be from an accredited university or school to help you advance, so do some homework up front and check the credentials of the school. They should be accredited by one of the nationally recognized agencies (New England, Middle States, North Central, Northwest, Western and Southern). These are the valid accreditation agencies.
Verify that the classes are all online. Don’t enroll in a distance learning program across the country, only to realize later that you’ll need to attend one or two sessions in the classroom.
Check out the technical capabilities of the classes. Are the classes available through technology that you can access, like websites, email or bulletin boards? Will you have to use complicated, proprietary software? Steer clear of programs that are not simple and easy to use. After all, isn’t that why you want an online degree program. Just in case there are problems, make sure that technical help is available when you’ll be working.
Look for programs with a proven track record. Even though the idea of internet learning is new, you should look for a program with a good success rate an satisfied graduates. Ask if you can email or talk to some of the graduates, or read recommendations. Ask about the school’s completion rate.
Does the school offer adequate financing? If the school is accredited, they should be able to participate in the federal student loan programs and offer financing to distance learners.
Finally, investigate who is teaching the classes. Do they have experience in online teaching? Managing a virtual classroom is different that teaching the typical college course, so the teachers should be experienced in this type of learning.
Of course, distance learning is not for everyone. In order to succeed at this type of coursework, you will need to be self-motivated and dedicated to getting your MBA. You will need to be organized and disciplined. Procrastinators have a difficult time working at their own pace, because they can always finish an assignment “tomorrow”. Of course, this can turn a 2-3 year program into 6-8 years.
Investigate online distance learning to pursue you MBA, but first, make sure that you are ready to commit to self-directed learning.
About the author:
Jay Moncliff is the founder of http://www.distancelearningreviews.info a website specialized on Distance Learning, resources and articles. This site provides updated information on Distance Learning. For more info on Distance Learning visit: http://www.distancelearningreviews.infoLabels: MBA Distance Learning |
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| Defining Distance Learning |
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Defining Distance Learning
by: Ryan Larson
Distance learning can be defined in many different ways. Distance learning can be classes taken over the Internet, Web TV, cable TV, correspondence course, audio conferencing, CD-ROM, videotape or any other mechanism that allows a student to learn without traveling to a traditional classroom. These programs were first developed to assist people in remote or rural areas have access to the same education as people living in the major centers.
Today people of all ages and from every area of the country are involved in distance learning because it allows them to learn from home at he same time as they carry out their other responsibilities in life. Homemakers, veterans, even senior citizens are joining teenagers and young adults in these new and non-traditional learning programs.
There are is as much of a variety in distance learning programs as there are people who wish to advance their education. Most are associated with a regular school, college and university, and that allows them to offer accredited online degree programs. Others are completely separate companies that have been formed for the express purpose of providing distance learning programs.
You can take a course in the basics of plumbing from a technical institute or an advanced course in quantum physics. It really depends on your interest and aptitude to learn. Very, very few distance learning programs are free of charge, but some offered by community colleges are significantly lower in cost than the major colleges and institutions.
In distance learning like so many other things in life you pay for a brand name, like a prestigious university program, and you also get what you pay for you.
Some programs advertised through mass e-mails or by direct marketing are really very basic courses dressed up to look like more than they are. One quick way to determine the value of a distance learning program is to check if they have been approved and accredited by one of the national or regional accreditation agencies.
Distance learning is a great way to learn, but if your online degree is not accredited at the end of your studies then it may not be worth what you think it may be.
Look for the accreditation stamp of approval before you sign on the dotted line. Then take your time to review all of the options and find one that will not only get you an online degree but one that will open the doors of opportunity to you and your family.
About the author:
This article courtesy of http://www.university-phoenix.comLabels: Distance Learning |
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| Bachelor Degrees, Online? |
| Sunday, September 23, 2007 |
Bachelor Degrees, Online?
by: Sandy Baker
Should you get your bachelor degree online? For many people this would seem hard to do. Depending on the field of study that you plan to get, it can be actually quite welcoming and a great way to get in the education that you have always wanted. Sure, it isn’t easy but neither is college for that matter. The online bachelor degree programs are a good way for many to get the education that they need without having to get into a college that is set up traditionally.
There are many programs that are offered through online bachelor degrees. If you would like to know if any of the programs or classes that you need to take are available to you on the web, all you need to do is to log on to any of the various online schools and find out. This level of education that the bachelor degree is one that is advanced and will require much learning.
One of the aspects of online education that people do not understand is how you get the hands-on training that many fields require. While you may or may not need this in the bachelor degrees that you plan to get, you will find that information about this is easy to find at the online university’s websites. In most cases, the online universities will work with area schools, offices, or establishments to allow you to get your lab time in. This is convenient and affordable as well especially useful when you consider you will be meeting some of the people that you may work with once you get your bachelor degree.
You will benefit from leaning more about the online bachelor degree that you are after. You can easily find online colleges that offer the education that you are after in an online manner. See what they are, what their classes will include and find out just how well they will work for you. The online bachelor degrees that are offered are pretty wide-ranged too!
About the author:
For more information please see http://www.bachelor-degrees.co.ukLabels: Bachelor Degrees Online |
| posted by Beebee @ 6:47 PM |
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Art Schools
by: David Chandler
An Art school has a primary focus on the visual arts, such as graphic design, illustration, painting, photography, and sculpture. They are specific to the type of education that you wish to obtain. Art schools differ from larger institutions by degrees including such classes as science and math.
When the school is considered an accredited college, you can still obtain a bachelor of Fine Arts degree. There are certain criteria that you need to meet in order to be accepted into an art school. What the admissions committees look for in an applicant is:
Grades: the committee wants to make sure that the future student will be successful and thrive under academic pressure.
Students who have strong academic backgrounds are preferred. Do not worry if you are not the strongest academic applicant.
The Admissions counselors also take personal background and extracurricular activities into consideration.
Improve your chances of being accepted at the art school of your choice, by improving your GPA, participating in after school activities, (if you are still in school), involvement in the community or neighborhood, and/or participation in civic or religious groups. These will all give you an advantage when applying to the art school you wish to attend, as they will
enhance your application making it more likely to be accepted.
It is always a challenge to be accepted into art school, but it is never impossible. No matter what you reason is for applying to art school, whether it is to better your qualifications and improve your chances of getting a promotion or if you are just out of high school wanting to attend school.
There will always be ways to improve your chances of getting into art school. Therefore, take a look around talk to people that may be going to the school of your choice. Never be afraid to ask questions. You will find that people are willing to give you the information you need in order to optimize your application. Do not be afraid to take all the advantages and advise you can get.
About the author:
For more information, visit http://www.artschoolsinfo.comLabels: Art Schools |
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| An Online Degree Can Work For You |
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An Online Degree Can Work For You
by: Graham Fielding
Many large universities now offer the opportunity to learn and obtain a degree online. Some will offer additional support such as advice online, student associations and newspapers.
Studying for an online degree is an excellent choice for many reasons and for people in a range of circumstances. You can work to your own flexible schedule and today there is a very wide range of subjects on offer. An online degree can give you respect from your work colleagues and bosses.
You can obtain an online degree in the fields of business, healthcare, education, law and others. Depending on the subject area, there are numerous levels of achievement, from a certificate of completion, an associate's degree or even
a bachelors or masters degree. Certificates, associates and bachelors degrees require no previous college education. A masters degree, however, requires at least a bachelors degree prior to enrollment.
Depending on the type of online degree you want, the course work can take as little as six months to complete. For higher degrees or fields of intense study, the course work can take up to four years to complete. Most online law degrees take at least four years to finish.
Getting an online degree is more flexible for you than getting a degree from a traditional, on-site college. You can complete it over a period of time to a schedule that
fits your particular needs. You can study at night, on the weekends or even over your lunch hour. Plus, you can devote as many or as few hours a week to your studies as you choose to, finishing as quickly as you need. Most people devote at least twenty hours a week to their course work.
Secondly, an online degree is a self-paced program meaning that you can work as long on a particular session or lesson as you need. This means that you can take extra time on the more difficult classes without getting behind in your studies.
With today's competitive work environment and extra long working hours, an online degree is the perfect solution if you wish to further your career. So whether you need to take classes on your schedule, obtain your degree in record time, or you just want the high level of education provided by an online degree, the Internet is a great place to go get yourself an online degree.
About the author:
Graham Fielding writes extensively on the subject of online education. Discover the many benefits of obtaining an online degree at http://www.all-about-online-degrees.infoLabels: Online Degree |
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| Special Education: just a click away |
| Monday, September 10, 2007 |
Special Education: just a click away
A lot of people are now looking to earn their degrees in special education. Having a degree in special education can be quite lucrative since only a few institutions are available for special individuals. With the growing number of cases of individuals diagnosed with special needs for learning, the demand for special education teachers have also increased.
But whether you are looking to earn your degree in special education because of its lucrative future or because of your need to help empower these individuals, don't let your busy schedule or life circumstances stop you from doing so.
Perhaps continuing education is a hassle because of your schedule. Don't despair though because along with other popular courses, special education is a course offered online along with other degrees for distance learning.
With you setting your own pace, you are sure to be able to earn your degree on special education online.
In choosing the virtual university or campus to enroll at to earn your special education degree online, be sure to do your research. Check online for virtual universities or colleges that have strong experience in producing excellent graduates with special education degrees online.
Make sure that the school you choose has a proven track record in terms of distance learning and are customer oriented. If in case something goes wrong or you have some concerns, don't get stuck banging your head against the wall with no one you can turn to for assistance. Look for a school that can teach special education online for you to earn your degree with a minimum amount of hassle. If the virtual school has twenty four hour customer service then you know that they are committed to quality education as well as satisfaction of their students. It isn't enough that they have customer service on only some parts of the day. Remember that an online school offers its services to individuals all around the world with different time zones.
Something to also consider when choosing an institution to enroll at for a degree in special education online is that it helps if the organization is specialized toward teaching special education and accredited in giving such degrees. This way you know that you are not just getting the run of the mill education.
Teaching individuals with special needs is a challenge and yet is completely rewarding. No child should be left behind. With special education available to them, these individuals are empowered. To be able to truly empower them however, it helps to have earned your degree from a reputable institution like IWU online.
IWU online is an online school dedicated to accrediting individuals specifically for special education online. With IWU online, you have the power to change your life, the future individuals that you will help and eventually create a world where no child is left behind and every individual is not discriminated against and instead are given the proper education to empower them to lead successful lives.
Through IWU online's SEDO program, you can help make the world a better place through helping one special child at a time. This program will not only help you interact and teach the children but also learn how to interact with the children's parents, work with the special school's administration and deal with support groups.
Another good university to check out when it comes to earning a degree on special education online is Walden University. There at Walden University, students earn their degrees for the higher purpose of helping special individuals achieve their full potential.
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