Saturday, August 1, 2009

Long Distance Education The Pros And Cons

By Bob Hobson

More and more people these days are looking into the option of long distance education. There are a lot of good and bad that needs to be looked into carefully before making a decision. Here are some things to think about when considering this option.

Having a flexible schedule is a huge benefit for those that have outside activities such as a job that take up some of their time. You can keep a full time job, do errands, run kids to and from activities, and not have to worry about missing something that was on your schedule.

Being able to go to school without leaving your home is another huge benefit that people like about this type of learning. Log into the site from your computer and you are all set. You also do not have to worry about wear and tear on your vehicle or being late for classes.

You also have more options when it comes to colleges when you decide on long distance education. No matter where the school is that you pick a course from you are able to get the education from the convenience and comfort of your home.

There are some negative points that people need to be aware of. Finding help can be a bit of a pain if you come across a problem with the curriculum that you are taking. You may have to wait until the instructor gets back to you before you can carry on with your studies.

Finding the help that you need when you have a problem is not just a few steps away like at the local college. You can get support that you need but it can sometimes be a waiting game when it comes to being able to get in touch with you instructor.

The most important one is whether or not you have the self discipline that is necessary to succeed with this type of learning. Having good time management and organizational skills are a must. If you do not have these skills, this may not be the best way for you to seek out your education. Think very hard about this.

These are just a few of the important things that a person should look into before they jump into something like this. Long distance education can be a great thing, but make sure that you are ready for all that it entails.

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