is taking classes on-line a good idea?
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I love it personally, but it does not suit everybody as you need a lot of self discipline and motivation and so on... so be careful don't tak ethem to avoid the hassle of going to classes take them seriously and you may learn even more than anybody else attending regular classes.
1130098
self discipline. there not so much easier than regular classes, they are just more convenient. most of the information is highly compressed so you learn what you need to know and not have to sit through a boring lecture and pick out what you think is relavent.  same courseload and work usually but just done on your time. nearly all online colleges offer some sort of tutroing service in which professors, over the phone, can walk you through a certain chapter or problem you're having trouble with. if you have enough self control and discipline you can actutally finish faster than you're supposed to. like a 18 month course could be done in a year, on the other hand it could also take you 10 years. it's all up to you.
516002
I wouldn't recommend it. You need clinical experience and supervision that you cannot get from on-line classes, and the motivation and counseling just ren't there.
724117
I suppose i'm not really answering your question but:\n\nThinking about it?\n\nDo it.   There is no better way to go to school.  Especially if you've already been an on-campus student or are over 40.\n\nBut remember, they are NOT easy.   Anybody who says negative things about them has never taken one and is talking poop so they don't have to take one.  They'd rather watch TV.\n\nThere are two types.  "online" and "correspondence"  Research the difference.  In the end, however, they are the same.  Myself, I like correspondence.  You may not.  Correspondence is usually self-paced and self taught with very little interaction with the teacher and zero interaction with other students.  You mail the lessons in or at some schools submit them using the Internet.\n\nI was "thinking" about taking one for a long time.  Now, I am constantly enrolled in one and wouldn't take a class any other way.\n\nBut again,  I wouldn't trade the on-campus experience to go online.   College is more than a collection of courses.  But they are a fantastic way to learn.  Especially if learn is what you're trying to do.\n\nAnd yes I agree with that other fellow.  I'd stay away from completely "online universities."
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I took a few classes via Onlinelearning.net to clear my teaching credential.  It was the best/easiest thing I could've done.  I was working full time, finishing up my Masters Degree, and trying to keep up with everyday life.\n\nTaking classes online allowed me the opportunity to work when it was convenient for me, which was mostly late at night.  I also didn't have to waste time driving to and from class in traffic.  \n\nParticipation with others in the classes took place on discussion boards.  A certain amount of participation was required (i.e. post 5 messages on the message board in one week).  Assignments had to be e-mailed to the profs.  Aside from that, not much was required.  \n\nOverall, it was a great experience.
587913
I've take several classes from University of Phoenix, and they were very good. I did this as a graduate student though.  While you'll get the same info online, I really think it is important to go to college with people.  You network, make connections, and meet people that could help you out later.
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Online classes are offered at:\nhttp://www.aclsonline.us/recert/pages/welcome.do?refsource=google&gclid=CMLYn7Xzq4gCFSbUYAodh0Lwcw\nhttp://www.cprassociate.com/
772150
well you could get a tutor take online classes mabye
547867
You want to learn an online class?  What do you want to learn about?
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I'm getting my doctorate in Educational Leadership from the University of Phoenix (on-line). I've been in the program since January 2004 and expect to graduate in July 2007. Online is very intense and it's not for the average learner. If you are disciplined, organized, computer literate and a decent writer, I say go for it!\n\nOnline degrees are definitely accepted in the business world, and businesses are even paying for select employees to obtain advanced degrees through online schools.\n\nClasses are usually taken one at a time (unlike ground universities) and each course lasts 5-8 weeks. You have individual assignments as well as team assignments to complete. The online resources will help you succeed as an online student. Libraries, help desk, editing services, etc. are all provided to the online learner.\n\nThe facilitators have extensive backgrounds and bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the class they teach. You get the pleasure of working with students from all over the world, giving you a broader perspective of the course.\n\nI enjoy online education so much that I plan to teach on-line myself in the near future.
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Most local community colleges offer free ESL classes that are subsidized by the federal and state governments, but none of these programs are run exclusively online, they are attendance only programs. At the same time, a FEW of the programs offer resources and support on line. I would be wary of some program that is on line that is not certified or reviewed by some educational or professional organization. I think your best bet would be to check with your local community college and see if the have the kind of attendance program that offers on line support.
346811
In my opinion, online education is only suitable for those who are very self-disciplined. It is very easy to fall-behind and then eventually become swamped, where there is no return.
281575
Never too late, I'm 36 and just went back to school online. There are some good colleges online and it makes it a lot easier in everyday life to be able to sit down at your computer and take classes.  Check into it.
372822
I took a CPR class at a local community college and it was very cheap.  I can't imagine trying to do that online, since in my class we had to use a dummy and learn the proper positioning on the body.  I don't see how you could really do that with an online class.
165481
Without a doubt there is nothing like true classroom instruction.  If that is not possible then online is a decent second choice.
761116
Online classes are not necessarily harder, but they do require a lot of self motivation. You also need to be good with deadlines. I have wondered about what employers think of online universities, but I think as long as you choose a school that is accredited, you will be okay. Good luck.
1186120
There are disks you can get that will teach you everything then you take test at local sites. Or there are online classes you can take.