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Myths about Online Degree Programs

Courtesy of International Academy of Design and Technology

Do you want to earn a college degree but feel like there is no way you could possibly fit another task into your busy schedule? Online degree programs make it possible for you to earn an industry-current degree without having to sacrifice your current commitments.

A study conducted by the National Center for Education Statistics found that during the 2006-2007 school year there were approximately 11,200 college-level programs that were designed to be completed totally through distance education. The study also found that one of the major reasons why students turned to online degree programs was because they met their demands for flexible schedules*.

There are many myths about online degree programs. Don’t let these fallacies deter you from reaching your educational goals. Take a look at some common myths about online education:

Online degree programs are of low quality - If you’ve been shopping around for the right degree program, you know that the quality of online degree programs vary from school to school. Keep in mind that nowadays most online degree programs offered through brick-and-mortar colleges are identical to the ones offered on campus.
Before you enroll in an online degree program, make sure you research the school’s accreditation. Be certain the accreditation comes from one of the six nationally recognized regional accrediting agencies.

You won’t have anyone to help you - Today’s virtual campuses offer a great deal of academic and technical support. When it comes to your courses, many programs offer services like tutoring or learning labs. They also allow you to interact with your instructors as well as other students. If you have any trouble accessing your course materials, many online schools offer 24/7 technical support.

Learning online will be a breeze - Many online degree programs are of the same quality as the ones offered on campus. Just because you don’t have to put in the “face time” doesn’t mean your classes will be a breeze. In order to successfully complete your online degree program you’ll need to stay focused and committed.

This article is presented by the Academy – Online. Contact us today if you’re interested in developing marketable knowledge and career-relevant skills with an industry-current degree program from the Academy – Online.

Academy – Online does not guarantee employment or salary.
* http://nces.ed.gov/pubs2009/2009044.pdf

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