Online Universities Learning

What is an Online University? 

An Online University can be defined as a formalized teaching system to disseminate knowledge between teachers and students who are separated in space (location), time, or both.

Some other sources might define Online Universities as planned learning pursued in a place other than where the instruction is offered, using the Internet. 

All this two definitions can be used to elaborate/define Online Universities. 

Most of Online Universities offer Online Degrees or Online Diploma and Online Certificates.

What is an Online Degree? 

An online degree is an academic degree (usually a college degree, but sometimes the term includes high school diplomas and non-degree certificate programs) that can be earned primarily or entirely through the use of an Internet connected computer , rather than attending college in a traditional campus setting. 

NB: With the definition of an online degree, you get the definition of an online Diploma and online Certificates. 

Are online Degrees Credible? 

Most of Online Degrees nowadays are Credible because they are offered by Credible institutions though there are some scammer online degrees and courses, so you have to be careful each time you do your selections. 

NB: If you’re not careful, you could end up earning a degree that doesn’t give you credentials employers will respect or an education you can use. But if you know what you’re doing, you can earn a degree that’s virtually the same as what you’ll get on campus. 

Advantages of Online Learning and Universities. 

1.) Added Flexibility and Self-Paced Learning

2.) Better Time Management.

3.) Demonstrated Self-Motivation.

4.) Improved Virtual Communication and Collaboration.

5.) A Broader, Global Perspective.

6.) Refined Critical-thinking Skills.

7.) New Technical Skills. 

8.) Variety of programs and courses. 

9.) Lower total costs. 

10.) More comfortable learning environment. 

11.) Convenience and flexibility. 

12.) More interaction and greater ability to concentrate. 

13.) Career advancement. 

14.) Continue in your profession. 

Disadvantages of Online Learning. 

1.) Online courses require more time than on-campus classes.

2.) Online courses make it easier to procrastinate.

3.) Lack of accreditation and low quality.

4.) Little or no face-to-face interaction.

5.) More work.

6.) Intense requirement for self-discipline.

7.) Even more intense requirement for self-direction. 

8.) Online courses require good time-management skills.

9.) Online courses may create a sense of isolation.

10.) Online courses allow you to be more independent.

Online Universities and Collages. 

Below is a list of some of Universities offering online Degrees. 

•Strayer University

•University of Florida

•University of Phoenix

•Boston University

•Penn State World Campus

•Capella University

•University of Central Florida

•Florida State University

•Colorado State University

•Southern New Hampshire University

•Ashford University

•Arizona State University

•Johns Hopkins University

•Western Governors University

•Northeastern University

•George Washington University

•Purdue University Global

•Indiana University Bloomington

•Oregon State University

•Liberty University

•University of Missouri

•Florida International University

•American Public University System

•Georgia Institute of Technology