An online degree on a resume may have raised a questionable eyebrow by recruiters in the not so distant past. However, today’s lifestyle combined with more distance learning opportunities offered by “mainstream” colleges and universities have changed that perception.
55% of 2-year and 4-year institutions offer college-level credit-granting distance learning courses at either the undergraduate or graduate level. The National Center for Education Statistics also predicts that by 2013 19% of those pursuing a degree will do so in an online classroom. I recently completed my degree from Drexel University online. What was my experience? Click here to read more in this month’s iOnline.
Author Bio:
Theresa Hastings is a superhuman online researcher and a dedicated departmental organizer. An expert gatherer of gossip, Theresa, who is a member of the National Guard, frequently breaks up squabbles between office mates. Though she has been with us for more than 12 years, Theresa has yet to use her M-16 on anyone.
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