Mark your calendars…the United States Distance Learning Association is proclaiming November 12-16th “Distance Learning Week.” They'll use the occasion to spread the word about online learning and its potential. Here's a blurb from the USDLA's Distance Learning Week press release:”The…
Monthly Archive for September, 2007
Knowledge: What’s it like to be in medical school? Mon.-Fri.? Weekends? What if you need time off?
I have a friend who graduated with over 100k in student loan debt - and a teaching degree. Unfortunately, it's going to take her a very long time to pay off the debt with a teacher's salary. If you're considering…
Tuition bills, textbook costs, travel expenses, and missed hours at work can be a hardship on any student. If you're looking for ways to save money, take a look at my list of 20 ways online students can save. Here…
Not everyone agrees on the definition of “blended learning.” Many schools and classrooms use the term, despite the fact that there are so many differing views on what really constitutes a blended learning environment. Most everyone can agree that blended…
As if Google Books weren't enough, online learners may soon have another virtual bookshelf. The Open Content Alliance is currently scanning public domain books from several dozen libraries and Boston Library is next on the list. Here's what Wired Campus…
As if Google Books weren't enough, online learners may soon have another virtual bookshelf. The Open Content Alliance is currently scanning public domain books from several dozen libraries and Boston Library is next on the list. Here's what Wired Campus…
If you're like me, the word “YouTube” conjures up images of bad singing and puppies on skateboards. But, one Pitzer College instructor decided to design an entire course around the popular site. Here's what Time has to say about the…
You've read the profiles about Drexel Online and Thomas Edison State College. The latest in my collection of online school profiles is Northcentral University. Here's a blurb:”Not to be confused with North Central University in Minneapolis (owned by the Assemblies…
A recent press release announced that San Diego State University will be providing new online courses for those in the health care industry. Here's a blurb:”Online career training courses are in heavy demand. Staying on the cutting edge of this…

