Rigorous classes, lectures from top-notch professors, and a world-wide network. That may not sound like a typical online college, but the Minerva Project plans to change all that. Planned for 2014, Minvera plans to give an Harvard-style education to students on the web. Is it too good to be true? Find out in this new article: The Minerva Project.

Forget about difficult-to-understand math textbooks and dry, confusing lectures. Khan Academy offers simple, learning-friendly video tutorials in technical subjects such as math and science. Learn how to make the most of these revolutionary resources and how you can even use them to earn college credit by checking out the new article here: Khan Academy.

Are non-profit online colleges always a better choice? Not necessarily. However, for-profit online colleges pose some potential problems that students need to be aware of. Take a look at this article to learn the pros and cons of for-profit online universities.

Without strict deadlines and face-to-face meetings, it can often be difficult for online students to keep up with their studies. How do you keep yourself motivated as an online learner? Share your story and see what other students have to say.