The Internet is giving students more access to learning than ever before. And now, many universities are offering students the option of taking courses and earning degrees online.

Bridgepoint Education, Inc. a provider of post-secondary education services focused on providing higher access to higher education, announced today that Ashford University was recognized in the 2010 List of Military Friendly Schools by G.I. Jobs magazine.

The average student age in the U.S. has been climbing steadily in recent years. At both Harvard and Notre Dame the average age is now 27. The University of Phoenix, which offers both online and traditional degree programs, has an average student age of 35-37. Thirty-eight percent of all college students are now 25 or older, according to a recent U.S Census Bureau report. So why has the average age been trending upward? There are several factors that have contributed to a more mature scholar.

The lines have clearly been drawn between those who champion traditional learning and those who believe online education is the only way to go. However, the truth may lie somewhere in the middle. In this real world educational romance the Capulet’s and Montague’s can coexist quite swimmingly, if you allow yourself to see the big picture and appreciate what both offer.

“I would not be able to continue with my learning if not for the world of online education.”  That was a comment I received recently from a very happy father of two who is earning his degree in Psychology.  Three things generally hold people back when it comes to furthering their education; time, money, and desire.
As a parent I fully understand the time and money element. There are staggering costs associated with daycare, and even babysitters can cost you a pretty penny these days, making it near impossible to enroll in a traditional …

In the current financial crisis, the one employment area that hasn’t been affected is health sciences, and it’s predicted to continue. Walden offers online nursing degrees at the bachelor’s and master’s levels and also offers post-master’s certificates should you wish to study beyond your master’s degree.

Many students are reluctant to dip their feet into the world of online education. They believe they won’t learn as much as in a traditional classroom setting. However, the reality is that many learn far more outside of that 48×40 room.
Let’s explore 5 reasons traditional education is outdated.
The Desk-chair: Some things work well together. Peanut butter and jelly, universal remotes, and bear helmets leap to mind. Desk-chairs, however, fall out of my top million list of best combo inventions. Those wretched chairs are uncomfortable at best, and not conducive to learning …

Full Sail University is offering an online Game Art Bachelor of Science Degree Program. As a student in the online Game Art program you’ll earn your Bachelor of Science Degree in 32 months.

Cheat cheat, never beat?
Online classes are perfect for working professionals and career beginners who want to complete or advance their education.  But are online students actually ”earning” their degree?  I’ve spoke to many undergrads who revealed to me how easy it would be to cheat on an exam, and countless others who openly admitted to cutting a few corners.
Online exams are usually timed to help combat cheating by expediting the decision making process for the student.  It is assumed that some foundation of knowledge would be required (i.e. completed assignments and reading) to score well on a timed examination.  …

In an effort to reach more students and link them with basic skill sets that will transfer into the workplace the Obama administration is drafting the framework on a program that would offer online classes to both high school and community college students for free!  The courses, owned by the government, would be free for anyone to take with the school(s) receiving federal funding.
The program w0uld support 20-25 high quality courses per year.  The courses would be “modular” or “object based” such that they would be “interoperable” and could be …