© Baston One major problem in online learning is the issue of testing. Without direct supervision, it is impossible to guarantee that a student is not cheating. Some online colleges solve this problem by requiring students to test under the direction of a proctor such as a librarian or other official. However, this method is [...]

Many diploma mills give out worthless degrees based on so-called “life experience.” These fake degrees won't get you anywhere in the workplace. However, there is a legitimate way to earn credit for your life experience. First, you'll need to enroll in a regionally accredited school. Then, you'll need to prove your life experience by creating [...]

Recently several colleagues and clients have sent me Facebook “friend requests.” I'd like to have an easy way to keep in touch with them professionally…but I don't quite feel comfortable adding them to my list. Do I really want my professional peers checking out the pictures from last weekend's party? Is my favorite client going [...]

As I discussed in my last post, creating a connection with students is pretty important. But, video and podcast courses can easily do the job of larger lecture classrooms. If you've ever been in a traditional large lecture class (sometime… Continue. SPONSOR

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… Continue. SPONSOR

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… Continue. SPONSOR

Online learning holds great potential for some students with disabilities. But, others may have even more trouble learning online than in a physical classroom. A recent article from Educause Quarterly takes a look at what online schools are doing to… Continue. SPONSOR

I recently blogged about Columbia Teacher's College new online Master's program. Established teachers can use online graduate programs like this to help them qualify for raises and promotions. But, what about students who learn how to become teachers through the… Continue. SPONSOR

Some classes are practically perfect for online instruction. Others, such as online driver's education courses for teenagers, can be challenging. I think online welding courses fall into the second category. A recent article from the Ohio State University newspaper discusses… Continue. SPONSOR

Graduation can be an exciting an emotional time…but, how do the ceremonies work for online students and professors who have never even met each other before? An article from the New Britain Herald describes a recent graduation ceremony for students… Continue. SPONSOR