These classes cover the same material as those taught on campus except that a physical distance separates the teacher and student. Only you can decide if distance learning is right for you.
Convenience is a key reason students enroll in distance learning courses.
At times, jobs, schedules, location or family commitments can make it difficult to take a course on-campus. While convenience is clearly a benefit in distance learning courses, it is only one area that needs to be considered before registering for a distance course. Each distance learning class is unique and may use a combination of technologies and services, such as Internet access, Cable Access Channel 56 broadcasts, videotapes, CD-ROM, or Testing Services. For example, Internet service, which is not always required for video courses, greatly improves communication with faculty and can facilitate course work, such as the submission of homework assignments. It is your responsibility to know which of the learning resources your course requires.