Thanks for your comments, Crystal! Online courses certainly do take as much time and effort as on ground courses, and in many cases, more! Often, the responsibility shifts even further to the student in an online environment. With the number of technological possibilities and venues available for all directions of student/teacher and student/student communication, the levels of research, participation and interaction in an online course are almost endless. Just curious, what types of course activities do you feel are the most beneficial to an online student?
Jay Hollowell
Guest Facilitator
EL102
I agree that online education is very beneficial to those who consider doing it because they hold a full-time job or have other obligations. However, I do believe that online education is not for everyone. Some folks do need to be in a more structured environment.
If one is to consider online education, they should realize that an online course will require as much time as a traditional class. Taking an online course is not an easy way out, it is a great resource if you are willing to commit yourself to the education you are receiving in a more convenient manner.
Thank you for sharing your preference with us Lois. This mode of learning is suitable for the working class, single parents, people with physical limitations etc. From the days of broadcasts to schools through radio to television, to Videocassettes, to interactive videodisc technology, to CD ROMS and DVDs, podcasts, Itunes etc, the Education sector has always immersed itself into adopting technology.
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