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What is a Certificate of Completion?
On the Colorado State University OnlinePlus website there is a category called “Certificates”. What are those and how are they helpful? When you click the tab, you will see that there are 27...
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Graduation Luncheon: Connecting with Campus
On a daily basis OnlinePlus staff engages with hundreds, if not thousands, of prospective and current students; however, because of the online nature of our programs, we rarely have the opportunity to...
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Introducing ValuED, the new blog from CSU OnlinePlus
We’ve redesigned our blog here at CSU OnlinePlus! Welcome to ValuED, the online magazine devoted to helping you take the next step toward your educational and career goals. Explore feature content...
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Facing the Bias against Online Education
More than 6 million students, or one-third of all students in higher education, are taking at least one online course, according to a study by the Babson Survey Research Group. The study states that...
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Three Practical Online Learning Strategies for Success
Whoever thinks it’s easy to be an online student has probably never actually taken any online courses. Sure, studying online has its perks—you can watch lectures from the comfort of your living room...
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Thinking Through Going Back to School – Part 1
“Should I go back to school?” It’s something that people ask often, but it isn’t a decision that can be taken lightly. School requires sizeable investments of time, money and brainpower. It changes...
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Thinking Through Going Back to School – Part 2
In the previous installment of our “Thinking Through Going Back to School” series, we discussed the importance of identifying your objectives — deciding what you want to accomplish with your education....
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Thinking Through Going Back to School – Part 3
In this installment of our “Thinking Through Going Back to School” series, we begin to shift the focus to deciding what to study. Should I get a master’s degree, a bachelor’s degree, an associate’s...
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Thinking Through Going Back to School – Part 4
The Final Step: Start Searching for Schools and Programs and Apply Now that you’ve had a chance to fully evaluate what you want to accomplish, what’s feasible for your lifestyle, and what course of...
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What’s in a name? Plenty when it comes to degrees.
Even if you’ve decided upon an area of study and what level of degree you’d like to earn, don’t stop there when considering degree programs. Did you know that the nuances among degree names can...
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To MOOC or Not to MOOC? Part 1: Who’s a Fan of Free Online Courses and Why?
A means to democratize higher education or a fantasy solution for an unsolvable problem: MOOCs, or Massively Open Online Courses, are certainly capable of provoking heated debate between academics,...
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To MOOC or Not to MOOC? Part 2: What’s Wrong with Free Online Education?
In the previous installment of our series about Massively Open Online Courses (MOOCs), we discussed the enthusiasm surrounding the growing phenomenon of free online courses. Now, we look at the other...
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Is Online Learning Right For You?
According to the Babson Survey Research Group and the College Board, more than 6.7 million students took online courses during the fall 2011 semester. Perhaps you’re considering joining their ranks,...
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How Communication Really Works in Online Learning Communities
In my previous post, we explored how the technology that facilitates online education has been useful in helping students build relationships with each other. But with the lack of “social cues” like...
View ArticleWhat Does Online Education Mean for Your Life?: CSU Students Explain
It may seem impossible to fit education into the mix of family, work and other aspects of our busy lives; but online programs are changing that. Watch the video below, and hear students discuss the...
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Consider Faculty When Choosing an Online Course or Program
As you go about selecting an online degree program, or even just a course, it’s important to base part of your decision on who your instructors will be. Although you may never meet them in person,...
View Article3 Tips for Keeping Your Sanity While Working and Going to School
It’s nothing new that college students work during their stints in higher education. Holding down at least a part-time gig while taking classes is so common, in fact, that you’re probably...
View ArticleThinking Through Going Back to School: How Will it Impact Your Lifestyle?
In the previous installment of our “Thinking Through Going Back to School” series, we discussed the importance of identifying your objectives — deciding what you want to accomplish with your education....
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