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    If you’re in Nigeria, online degree has been all over the media lately. The online courses are not something that comes easily, especially if you are dealing with foreign online universities. Online schools or what most Nigerians call distance learning is not fun and working with your online degree at your home allows you to learn in your own way; and allows you to retain ownership how fast you wish to earn your degree. Fully accredited online colleges like national Open University of Nigeria

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    students have difficulty passing up. In today’s education system, students have the option to attend school in a traditional classroom setting or attend online in the comfort of their own homes. Both options have their benefits. However, in most cases, a traditional classroom education better prepares students K-12 for their futures by encouraging self-discipline and communication between teachers and peers. Online learning, also known as distance learning, is growing rapidly throughout the United

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    finding a free online education and go through a free online class or course? Well, there is. With free online education, they are going to take the whole process of any item under training. While taking free online courses usually consist of only one or two concepts of the subject. For example, if you find a free online class or two teams, who can teach you the basics you say one apart and put back together while learning the different parts. However, if you find an education online free on computers

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    How do employers look at online degrees? In an Internet forum for students earning their degrees online, a worried student queries her counsellor about the legitimacy of online courses. “Are online degrees the future of education?” the student asks. The counsellor replies, “Online courses are not the future—it is right now.” Employers now seem fully comfortable with the idea of hiring candidates with online degrees, and these job seekers no longer need to be apologetic at interviews, saying, “By

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    In contemporary times, the technological advancement known as the Internet, has revolutionized the way in which society is educated. This tool greatly impacts not only the field of education, but every aspect of society. Indeed, Lewin documents, “those ages 8 to 18 spend more than seven and a half hours a day” (A1), connected to the Internet. This citation illustrates the extensive amount of time today’s youth are online. To that end, the Internet is prevalent in many homes throughout the world and

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    Through research I have learned that “there are two types of e-learning synchronous and asynchronous. Synchronous referring to a specific hour where both parties meet for the course. Asynchronous is using computer sources for course material and contact with instructor is done through online programs” (Bubatu). Synchronous it the type of training one would expect from a traditional classroom training. However, today’s traditional classroom training also incorporates e-learning tools. Whether the

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    As we live in the information age, our present society places technology on a high pedestal. This pedestal contains all of the hi-tech, yet sophisticated gadgets, gizmos, and all of the other novel items that are inundating our households. Items such as computers and cell phones enable us to communicate via e-mail, text message, and video (Stodden, Roberts, Picklesimer, Jackson & Chang, 2006). Innovative items may be taken for granted but if we understand their significance and how they help us

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    Online classes are quickly becoming a popular option for college students. Although being around since the mid-90s, it has taken off over the past few years. It can be a beneficial alternative to on-campus classes. Institutions are trying to make it more convenient for students to get their degree. Some of the people who can benefit from online classes are students who live far from their college, have children, have jobs, or are disabled. People in this era are already on the internet for the majority

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    Over the last few decades online education has vastly grown especially in the USA. Online education has became popular among students of all ages. Universities have increased their enrollment numbers by creating distance learning programs. Online University programs are a convenient way for students to further their education and has the benefit of not having to go to a geographical location. Students can access the courses without losing any quality of education that is being taught in on site degree

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    Education means imparting knowledge to a person. The development of technologies provides for more and more ways to learn. But the traditional education and online learning seem to be more prominent and beneficial. Students may face these four problems when choosing between traditional learning and its online counterpart: flexible scheduling, participation, social interaction, and self-motivation. The key component that every student will consider when weighing the options is time management. Are

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