When is it a good idea to get an online degree?

<p>Except for computer related degrees or people who already have some field work, just doesn't seem you can learn alot of the right skills sitting behind a computer.</p>

<p>Most people I know who are completing degrees remotely, are working full-time, and studying part-time. Distance education is the only truly feasible way for them to complete their degrees. I’m currently completing an MS Ed. by distance, and it is neither as much fun nor as easy as studying in “live” classes. I do not get the same level of feedback from my classmates or instructors. However, this fits my life and my schedule, and ultimately my diploma will be exactly the same as if I had completed the coursework on a physical campus.</p>

<p>I do not recommend distance education for anyone who is pursuing their first undergraduate degree.</p>

<p>Yea, but it would just seem to get experience in that field from an online degree.</p>

<p>It’s never a good idea to get a full degree online. However, if you attend a brick and mortar university, taking one or two classes online (total, over the course of 4 years) can help you make up work or take more classes you need. For insurance quality and ease of transfer, the classes shouls be offered by the same university, or by another brick and mortar university of similar caliber or higher.</p>