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Jamie's Distance Learning Blog January 2007 Archive

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

Graduate Certificates at Northcentral University

Monday January 29, 2007
Graduate certificates are growing in popularity. For college grads that want to gain skills or a resume boost, a certificate can be an easy way to meet goals without enrolling ... Read More

Tax Breaks for Students

Sunday January 28, 2007
In order to ease the burden of students in this time of costly textbooks and record-high tuition bills, the federal government has provided several sizable tax credits. You may be ... Read More

5 Internet Savvy Study Tips for Online Learners

Thursday January 25, 2007
If you're stuck studying the old-fashioned way (hand-written notes and 3x5 flash cards), why not give the internet a try? There are several unique and interesting ways to master your ... Read More

How to Earn an Online Certificate from Harvard, Stanford, or Cornell

Sunday January 21, 2007
Did you know that you could earn a certificate from Harvard, Stanford, or Cornell without leaving your house and without having to meet rigorous enrollment requirements? Several prestigious schools offer ... Read More

You Decide: Distance Learning in "Second Life"

Wednesday January 17, 2007
Most online learners use course management systems such as Blackboard to master the material. Some learn via streaming audio or video lectures. But, students from one New York University course ... Read More

Online MBA Programs

Sunday January 14, 2007
An increasing number of business professionals choose to earn their MBAs through the internet. If you're considering earning an MBA through distance learning, take a look at these resources: Online ... Read More

Is it a Diploma Mill?

Wednesday January 10, 2007
Many diploma mill schools claim that they are "fully-accredited." Don't take their word for it. You can find out any school's accreditation status in less than a minute. Here's how: ... Read More

Online High School Diploma Programs with Regional Accreditation

Sunday January 7, 2007
If you're looking for a legitimate online high school for your teenage son or daughter, consider one of these programs. Each private online high school in this directory offers a ... Read More

10 New Years Resolutions for Online Students

Thursday January 4, 2007
Balancing class assignments, work projects, and family obligations can be a challenge. So, start 2007 off right by setting some distance learning goals. These 10 new years resolutions will help ... Read More

Insider Information from the Distance Education Training Council (DETC)

Monday January 1, 2007
For over 50 years, the Distance Education Training Council (DETC) has been reviewing and accrediting distance learning schools. Although it is recognized by the United States Department of Education, the ... Read More

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