Monday, November 26, 2012

Could online universities be the answer?

EDUCATION OF THE FUTURE: VIRTUAL CLASS ROOMS?
Time magazine explores the world of online college classes for students world wide.
http://nation.time.com/2012/10/18/college-is-dead-long-live-college/

Benefits:

  • Cheaper tuition
  • From the comfort of your own home
  • Ideal for people with careers, jobs or families
  • Take the class on your time


Potential Drawbacks:

  • No teacher or assistant to consult
  • Motivation: you must keep yourself in check
  • Computer problems/accessibility
  • No social atmosphere or collaboration
WHAT DO YOU THINK?
WOULD YOU TAKE AN ONLINE COURSE?



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