Articles by Jesse Whitehead

1) Are Online Accredited Courses A Good Educational Choice?
For many people, the mention of college brings to mind vivid images of ivy-covered brick buildings set amongst spacious green lawns; swarming throngs of students walking along paths beneath canopies of ancient shade trees; bearded professors lecturing in large student-filled halls; blackboards covered with cryptic mathematical symbols, and perhaps countless other vignettes of college life. While these... » read more

2) Distance Learning: Educational Revolution or Hype?
What is distance learning? Is it the educational revolution that some people proclaim, or is it just overblown hype of another learning method? Perhaps a good place to answer this question is with a dictionary definition. The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language defines distance learning as "Education in which students take academic courses by accessing information and communicating with... » read more

3) Online Distance Education: Six Things You Need for Success
You've decided it's time to go back to college to further your education, but there's a problem. You're a working adult with many responsibilities, and you just can't see how going to school the traditional way will fit into your busy schedule. Fortunately though, after doing some research on the internet, you discovered that the best option for you at this time is to get an online distance education... » read more

4) Direct Distance Education: Five Things to Consider
Today's internet technology has opened up a whole new world of learning possibilities for the continuing education student. In the past, campus-based "brick-and-mortar" schools were the traditional path for continuing education, but it's clear that - as in the words of Bob Dylan - "the times they are a-changing." Direct distance education provides students who might not otherwise be able to go to school... » read more

5) Things To Do Before Enrolling In A Direct Distance Education Course
Direct distance education programs are very popular at this time, with millions of students taking internet based courses in the U.S. and around the world. These courses provide a means for people who might not otherwise be able to attend traditional schools to further their education online. However, as in a traditional college course, there are a few things a person should do before enrolling in an... » read more

6) Is An Online Distance Education Degree Right For You?
Are you considering going back to school to further your education, but you just can't see how you can do it, considering all of your obligations and responsibilities? If so, then there is good news! Millions of people around the world have discovered online distance education-also known as e-learning, e-degrees, and virtual education, among other names-as a valid path for earning their college degrees. » read more

7) Online Courses: Do The Advantages Outweigh The Disadvantages?
Many working adults are discovering the need to further their education to compete in today's uncertain and constantly changing job market. However, going to school while trying to balance work, family, and social obligations can be a daunting task for even the heartiest of students. Fortunately, with the advent of the internet and computer technology, there is now an alternative to the traditional... » read more

8) Challenges Of Online Education
Enrollment in online education is at an all time high, according to a recent study by the Sloan Consortium. Based on responses from more than 2,200 colleges and universities across the U.S., the study reveals that 3.2 million students took at least one online course in the fall of 2005, an increase of 850,000 more than the year before. With the rise in popularity of e-learning comes some unique... » read more

9) Are There Any Benefits Of Online Courses?
In 2006, more than 3.2 million U.S. college and university students enrolled in at least one online course, an increase of 850,000 from the year before. For the last several years, enrollment in distance learning education has been increasing at a phenomenal rate each year, and there appears to be no let up in sight. With interest in distance learning education at an all-time high, one might wonder just... » read more

10) Has Online Education Reached A Plateau?
Online college courses are more popular than ever, with enrollment reaching a record high in 2006, according to a report released by the Sloan Consortium. The report, entitled "Making the Grade: Online Education in the United States, 2006" gives the results of a recent study based on responses from more than 2,200 colleges and universities across the United States. In recent years online enrollment grew... » read more

11) 7 Reasons Why You Need A Shake Flashlight
You've seen them on T.V. many times. Shake flashlights-just shake one for a few seconds and voile! Instant, bright light. But besides the novelty of it all, are these things for real or even practical? The answer is yes, they are for real and extremely practical for everyday application. Here are seven good reasons why you need a shake flashlight: 1. Needs no batteries. A flashlight with dead batteries... » read more