Online learning is a different world. The classroom and instructors are virtual. You can "attend" your classes at times that are convenient for you. Communication usually is asynchronous. You don't even have to bother with parking! But, amidst the many advantages of online learning are some things to consider that may affect your individual success in a virtual, e-learning environment.

Advantages

• Self-paced learning enables you the opportunity to work ahead
  

• You can attend any school, anywhere, anytime — giving you more program options to choose from than was ever possible. 
  

• Your schedule and where you live are unimportant. Go to class when you want — just get online!
  

• An almost limitless educational choices are available, including accredited certificate, vocational, and degree programs

Challenges

• Online students must have experience using email and the Internet
  

• Computer experience is required — including, but not limited to, creating, managing and uploading files
  

• You must have regular, unlimited access to a modern computer and the Internet
  

• Your computer must have industry-standard hardware and software installed

If you are comfortable with using computers and surfing the Web (like you're doing right now!), then online learning is probably a great continuing education option for you! Are you ready? Click the schools on the left to view the degree programs they offer and start exploring your educational future today. . .