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Old 03-14-2009, 07:54 PM   #1
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Online degree pls help!!!

Is it possible for me to earn an ONLINE DEGREE since I normally have busy days especially during work hours. How can I do that.
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Old 03-15-2009, 12:59 PM   #2
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Earning an online degree is very convenience, flexible and less expensive than the arm and leg earning of degrees cost in universities. Online education degree is now more popular for busy executives, house wives and many other people with busy lives as a result of its desirable qualities. Schools that offer online degree use the Web to connect students and their teachers. Through this way, they go into association for sharing of thought and learn in an effective way. Student can easily access their school website to get all lectures, assignments as well as tests any time they want.
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Old 03-27-2009, 05:12 PM   #3
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Most online schools have all the information you need for classes posted on the websites (you have to log in to a 'student section' type thing to access it) and you can do your reading/studying/paper writing/assignments whenever you have time.

I'm studying with American Sentinel University right now (check them out: American Sentinel Online University | Earn Your Online Degree With Us | Information Technology | IT Degrees Online | Game Programming Degree) and I wouldn't be able to go back to school if it weren't for the online option!

What degree are you trying to earn? There are a lot of colleges out there... just make sure that you choose one that is ACCREDITED, or you'll be wasting a lot of time and money!

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Old 06-05-2009, 04:09 PM   #4
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Online College Guide

Linfield College Adult Degree Program (Accredited Online College Degrees | Linfield DCE) offers a free "Online College Guide" (Online College Guide | Linfield DCE) that is an exceptionally useful resource for those considering an online education.

Good luck!
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Old 06-18-2009, 12:17 PM   #5
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Yes, you can earn your online degree with much ease provided you get yourself ready and schedule your time appropriately.
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Old 06-18-2009, 12:49 PM   #6
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Online degrees are faster and are perfect for people who cannot travel to a school campus everyday. I am currently working an intense job and at the same time completing my MBA online with University Canada West and it is very flexible.
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Old 06-18-2009, 06:42 PM   #7
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What do you want to Study?

What are you looking to go into? Your career field will have an impact on which online school you choose, but the important to remember is that if you look hard enough you can find an online program for almost anything! One of my favorite websites about online education is: MyCollegesandCareers.com
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Old 07-02-2009, 07:58 AM   #8
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You're right jenniferruth...
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Old 07-02-2009, 08:58 AM   #9
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Be very careful before getting into any college program. jenniferruth made a good point about diploma mills, but you should also be careful to understand the school's accreditation; some degrees won't do much at all to help you get a job or get into graduate school. The best online schools are regular schools that also offer courses online.

Also, any solid online school will be just as tough and take just as much time as a face-to-face school. Taking courses online is more convenient for when you turn in assignments and do your research (I love virtual libraries!), but the work will be just as tough and on top of that, your participation in an online class will be harder than in face-to-face, because the professor will know exactly when and how well you discuss the topics and material; no hiding in the back when you're not ready!
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Old 10-23-2009, 02:47 PM   #10
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Online degrees are more cost effective

I know they are definitely more cost effective because of the fact that you can work which getting your degree. On the other hand i've heard it's really hard to get financial air for online degrees so I guess you really need to think about that too. I've read a lot of info on this guide for online education courses
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