Cheating has always been an issue in education. Students used to sneak notes into exam rooms and pay friends to write their term papers. Now, as education continues to move online, so has cheating. In fact, it’s become a booming industry. This article from The Atlantic (http://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2015/11/cheating-through-online-courses/413770/ ) explores the growth in paid services available
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Online Education App Provides Extra Income for Teachers
Online education platforms have been touted as a cost effective alternative to traditional college for students. As instructors get involved, they weigh the financial pros and cons of teaching online courses. Online education start-ups may not be the first to come to mind when thinking about money-making opportunities, but this article about app Udemy (https://www.udemy.com
Online College: No longer just for “non-traditional” students
Since its introduction, online college education has been touted as an opportunity and solution for nontraditional college students—older students, students who may have put their college education on hold, or others outside the under-25 first-time college student demographic. However, as discussed in this article from US News (http://www.usnews.com/education/online-education/articles/2015/10/07/online-education-not-just-for-nontraditional-students-anymore ), the number of students in that
Helping Online Students Succeed
Pursuing an online education comes with a unique set of challenges. A recent survey by Eduventures, Inc. of 28,000 students highlighted several important factors that impact academic performance. As this article from ecampus explains, Eduventures came up with three specific guidelines to help online students succeed: 1. Align online courses with objective design standards to
Chrysler to Offer Tuition Reimbursement
First Starbucks expanded its online degree program, and then Chrysler announced several weeks ago that it would cover dealership workers’ online college education. This program was formed in partnership with Strayer University and will benefit workers at Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram and Fiat dealerships all over the United States. Al Gardner, the Chrysler brand’s chief
Companies offer tuition reimbursement to retain employees
More companies have begun to offer perks such as tuition reimbursement to attract employees and hang on to the ones they have. Starbucks recently announced it will increase tuition coverage for online degrees from 2 years to 4, and McDonald’s plans to expand its tuition assistance program. This article talks more about these education-related incentives
How to Stay Sane While Getting an Online Degree
Online education offers freedom to work flexible hours from virtually anywhere, but it also comes with many challenges. This article offers some great tips for staying sane while you complete your online degree.
Will College Become a Mix Tape?
A recent article in the Atlantic explored the question “Will higher education go the way of of music albums and cable TV? Is it inevitable that the Internet will break apart degrees and colleges?” While some argue that this “unbundling” is a natural step, writer Derek Newton remains unconvinced.
Rules for Working from Home
Online education, like telecommuting to work, can boost productivity and allow for a more flexible schedule. However, it can be easy to become side-tracked or to struggle with feeling isolated. These 5 Rules for Working from Home from Real Simple can help you strike a good balance. Considering online education? Visit the College of Westchester
How to Choose a Computer
Students taking online courses may spend a lot of time on the computer. If you’re looking to buy a computer, evaluating your needs and taking the time to consider what features are most important to you can help you choose the best machine for you. This helpful guide is just one of many resources to