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Jamie's Distance Learning Blog March 2007 Archive

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

How to Convince Your Employer to Pay for Your Education

Thursday March 29, 2007
The best way to pay for an education is to have someone else foot the bill. You may be able to save thousands by asking your employer to pay for ... Read More

Tax Breaks for Students

Monday March 26, 2007
If you haven’t filed your taxes yet, be sure to remember the student tax deductions. Filing for an educational tax credit could save you thousands of dollars. See: Tax Breaks ... Read More

77 Ways to Improve Your Learning

Thursday March 22, 2007
Distance learners face the unique challenge of studying without the traditional structure of universities. It can be difficult to master course material independently, but there are ways to make your ... Read More

New Article: What You Need to Know About Diploma Mills

Saturday March 17, 2007
A diploma mill is a company that awards unaccredited degrees and provides either an inferior education or no education at all. If you're considering attending an online school, learn as ... Read More

No-Cost Online GED Course

Wednesday March 14, 2007
Many online colleges require that applicants finish high school or have a GED before being admitted. If you need to complete this requirement, you’re in luck. A new website, GEDforFree ... Read More

How High School Students Can Enroll in Online Schools for Free

Sunday March 11, 2007
Online charter schools in many states allow high schools students to earn a diploma without paying a dime. Because these schools are funded by the government, students have no tuition ... Read More

MIT to Offer Self-Study Material for All Courses Online by End of Year

Saturday March 10, 2007
MIT plans to provide free course material for all of its 1,800 classes online by the year’s end, claims a recent Reuter’s article (off-site link): "Last month, 1.5 million users went ... Read More

New Article: Earn an Online Master's Degree

Wednesday March 7, 2007
An online master’s degree program can give you the flexibility to continue your education during your own time and at your pace. But, how do you know if online learning ... Read More

Renegade Learners – Making Education Free

Tuesday March 6, 2007
Hundreds of students and self-educators have made educational material free through their blogs and websites. Want to listen to a law school lecture? Hear about what it’s really like in ... Read More

Lawyer Says Police Chief and Dog Have Degree from Same Diploma Mill

Tuesday March 6, 2007
Here’s a prime example of a “diploma mill” degree coming back to haunt its recipient. According to a recent New York Time’s article (off-site link), an Ohio defense lawyer is ... Read More

Distance Learning Myths and Mistakes

Monday March 5, 2007
Navigating the world of virtual learning can be tricky. Here are some resources to help you avoid common mistakes and misconceptions: 7 Mistakes Distance Learners Make The 5 Biggest Mistakes Online ... Read More

75% of High School Students Bored in Class

Thursday March 1, 2007
A new study from Indiana University found that 75% of high school students are bored during class because they don’t find the material interesting (more on Yahoo News). While not everyone ... Read More

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