If your teenager is bored with traditional classes, you may want to consider enrolling him in an online high school designed specifically for academically advanced learners. A growing number of ... Read More

The new G.I. Bill, which will be implemented this summer, provides a housing stipend for traditional students. But, it doesn't give online learners the same benefit. Inside Higher Ed. reports: "Under ... Read More

The University of Phoenix is one of the most well-known providers of online education. This for-profit school is regionally accredited and offers over 100 degree programs at all college levels. ... Read More

Earlier today, Blackboard launched a new version of its popular educational management application. Many students have criticized Blackboard for having old fashioned ideas and an outdated interface. But, the new ... Read More

The University of Utah offers a handful of free OpenCourseWare classes available to the public. Using the same material as traditional students, independent learners can study anything from Shakespeare to ... Read More

What's next in the world of online learning? The 2009 Horizon Report lists several technologies that are expected to make an impact in coming months. Mobile devices and cloud computing ... Read More

Villanova University allows working professionals to polish their resumes without committing to a full graduate program. Their graduate certificates can be earned by taking only three courses, and new sessions ... Read More

This may be a big year for online learning. Many older professionals are enrolling in distance learning programs to improve their employability in the troubled economy. What else will change? eLearn ... Read More

Student teaching is entering the virtual realm with a new program that allows student interns from the University of Central Florida to teach online classes from Florida Virtual School. The ... Read More

I recently stumbled across a new website, MixedInk, that makes group writing projects a breeze. If you need to write an essay with peers from an online class, you'll definitely ... Read More

Tempted by the free online classes from schools like MIT, but don't want to waste your time without improving your transcripts? Although OpenCourseWare programs do not offer credit, you may ... Read More

If you're considering updating your software, you may want to take a look at Microsoft's deal for students: The Ultimate Steal. Basically, if you can prove you're a college student, ... Read More

As students are starting the new semester, it's a good time to put out a reminder against diploma mills. These fake schools often make big claims (a diploma in just ... Read More

A growing number of online students are able to download their textbooks for free. Many professors are beginning to teach from open textbooks, instead of requiring students to purchase pricey ... Read More

Some rural high schoolers have been learning in an unusual way: by taking online classes during their time-consuming bus commutes. The Wall Street Journal reports: "The project, known as the Aspirnaut ... Read More

More Michigan students may earn their high school diplomas online if school districts have their way. A growing number of districts and charter schools have recently applied for waivers, allowing ... Read More

Many online learners are able to earn a degree in less time than usual. By seeking transfer equivalences, testing out of classes, earning portfolio credit, and other strategies, it's possible ... Read More