The University of Phoenix was the first to recognize that the Internet would change the way people work and to offer fully accredited college courses electronically. Governor Jerry Brown decreed that the universities of California should work together to create the first virtual university. The concept ties together the online and distance education offerings of every accredited college and university in California. Degrees are offered, as well as continuing education programs covering a wide range of interests. UCLA's extension university, for example, offers an extensive list of writing and communication courses, from poetry to advertising copy to writing effective proposals.
Courses vary in cost according to the type of program.
Ziff-Davis is the publisher of many prominent computer magazines, and their open classes are heavily oriented toward technology. If you are only interested in CPE courses or just want to get a little additional training in a specific program or area, use your favorite search engine to find education courses. Distance learning is a hot issue in many companies now and a real trend of the future. Copyright 1997 by Kaye Vivian. All rights reserved.