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Jamie's Distance Learning Blog May 2006 Archive

By Jamie Littlefield, About.com Guide to Distance Learning since 2004

Get an Online Degree Employers Take Seriously

Wednesday May 31, 2006
Let’s face it: what others think about your degree matters. A lot. Students choose to learn online for a variety of reasons including personal fulfillment, career advancement, and love of ... Read More

This Week's Distance Learning Quote

Monday May 29, 2006
"Learning is not compulsory...neither is survival." –W. Edwards Deming

Free Barnes and Noble Online Classes Now Enrolling

Friday May 26, 2006
Barnes and Noble University (off-site link) is now enrolling for June courses. This months featured courses include: Discover Dungeons & Dragons, From Planets to Pulsars: Astronomy Basics, End Your Addiction ... Read More

Share Your Distance Learning Horror Stories

Monday May 22, 2006
Did you get ripped off by a diploma mill? Have a friend who paid for materials that were never sent? We want your distance learning horror stories. Leave your story ... Read More

Where Will Your Online Degree Take You?

Monday May 22, 2006
Will employers and colleges take your online work seriously? They will if you have the right type of accreditation. Learn what types of degrees are commonly accepted by interviewers and ... Read More

Go to College Without a High School Diploma

Friday May 19, 2006
Don’t give up your dream of enrolling in an online university just because you didn’t get your high school diploma. Although most colleges (online and otherwise) require a high school ... Read More

Free Online Hinduism Courses

Tuesday May 16, 2006
We've added new Hinduism classes to our list of free online religion courses.

This Week's Distance Learning Quote

Monday May 15, 2006
"The whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows." -Sydney J. Harris

Unique Ways to Celebrate Graduation

Saturday May 13, 2006
Graduating from an online university can be surprisingly depressing. You’ve worked hard, done well in your classes, and have truly earned your degree. But, without the traditional cap-throwing, gown-wearing, sappy ... Read More

Smart Study Strategies

Tuesday May 9, 2006
Some people can create a catchy song at the drop of a hat. Others can memorize everything in a book, paint a masterpiece, or be the center of attention. When ... Read More

This Week's Distance Learning Quote

Sunday May 7, 2006
"I am always doing that which I can not do, in order that I may learn how to do it." –Pablo Picasso

How to Get Your Textbooks for Cheap or Free

Friday May 5, 2006
If you're looking for textbooks for the spring or summer semester, check out these ideas for how to find your books for cheap or free.

New Free Online Writing and Journalism Courses

Thursday May 4, 2006
If you're interested in writing a famous screen play or just want to write a work place report, check out these free online writing and journalism classes.

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