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Jamie's Distance Learning Blog May 2007 Archive

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

iTunes U Offers Free Educational Material

Wednesday May 30, 2007
Supplement your summer learning with free online lectures, educational podcasts, campus tours, and more at iTunes new opencourseware hub - iTunes U. The educational content is free to download and the ... Read More

Fast Degrees

Sunday May 27, 2007
Sometimes it's worth it to take your time, sign up for a variety of electives, and enjoy the learning process. But, other times, students need to earn a degree in ... Read More

6 Diploma Mill Warning Signs

Friday May 25, 2007
Beware. Many diploma mills try their hardest to make themselves appear as reputable schools. They may claim accreditation, they may offer a guarantee, they may even have a “.edu” domain ... Read More

Online High School Step-by-Step

Wednesday May 23, 2007
Parents are often overwhelmed by concerns when deciding to enroll their teen in an online high school. How do you choose an online school? Does high school accreditation matter? Can ... Read More

Earn an Online Associates Degree While Keeping Your Day Job

Sunday May 20, 2007
Most community colleges design their online programs based on the realization that professional adults have outside responsibilities. That means, you may be able to earn an online associates degree without ... Read More

Free Online High Schools – Online Charter Schools

Saturday May 19, 2007
Online charter schools offer high school students the chance to earn an accredited degree, without paying a dime. To learn if an online charter school is a good choice for ... Read More

Free Online BBC Classes

Thursday May 17, 2007
If you’re looking for a relaxed way to learn this summer, take a look at the free online courses offered from the BBC (off-site link). There’s a master chief course, ... Read More

First Aid Kit for Online Finals Week

Saturday May 12, 2007
The last few weeks of online classes are often overwhelming. So, to help you make it through finals season here’s your five-part finals week first aid kit. Use as needed. ... Read More

Online Bachelor Degree Basics

Wednesday May 9, 2007
Earning an online bachelor’s degree can help you do better at your job and become eligible for promotions. Many upper-level positions are only offered to applicants that have completed bachelor ... Read More

How to Earn an Online High School Diploma as an Adult

Sunday May 6, 2007
Many adults realize that finishing a high school diploma can improve their employment prospects and make them eligible for workplace promotions. However, most grown-ups don’t have the leisure of spending ... Read More

Resume Writing Tips for Distance Learners

Saturday May 5, 2007
Whether you’re in the process of earning your degree online or have completed your studies years ago, chances are you intend to use the qualifications earned online to get a ... Read More

Productivity Strategies for Distance Learners

Wednesday May 2, 2007
Projects, portfolios, and finals…oh my! The last few months of online courses can get overwhelming. But, simple advice such as “set goals” and “stay focused” doesn’t cut it for many ... Read More

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