Posted on Sep 1, 2014
Do you think online schools are easier than classroom schools?
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I enrolled in an online college in 2007 by the encouragement by my CSM at the time. It was 20 years since I last had been in college and found that it was a little bit easier for me than a traditional college in some ways but was challenging as well. I like the flexibility of online learning but it takes a lot of self-discipline to ensure you stay on track. That can be difficult at times and there were a few cases where I had to file for an extension to complete the class.
I received my Bachelors degree in 2010 in Criminal Justice and would encourage all enlisted Soldiers to further their education either way. I have sat on Senior Promotion Boards in which civilian education was a key factor by many board members on whether or not a Soldier should be recommended for promotion.
I received my Bachelors degree in 2010 in Criminal Justice and would encourage all enlisted Soldiers to further their education either way. I have sat on Senior Promotion Boards in which civilian education was a key factor by many board members on whether or not a Soldier should be recommended for promotion.
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MSG Brian Breaker
CSM Rick Beck,
I agree. When I got to my arrived at my current assignment I was shocked to find out most of my Soldier's have degrees. I have one SSG that is working on his Doctorate.
I agree. When I got to my arrived at my current assignment I was shocked to find out most of my Soldier's have degrees. I have one SSG that is working on his Doctorate.
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It is my professional opinion that online education is more difficult, especially when the 'semesters' are condensed down to 5 week terms, 8 week terms, or 11 week terms. I teach in an online environment and it takes many hours of preparation to get a class online and keep it going plus keep up with discussion boards, assignments, technically difficulties etc. I have taken online classes and it is very easy to put things off but it takes a disciplined person to stay on top of everything, make sure you have right technology to facilitate whatever LMS the school is using. A lot of people think because it is an education that is online it will be easy but I bet if you surveyed today's student they would say how difficult it is. Online education isn't for everyone and there are some disciplines that should have an in class component in my opinion. It is not the same when doing a presentation to your peers to do it front of a video or doing in front of a class situation having your professors present to ask questions etc. I feel 'live' presentations are the only way to refine your presentations skills and defeat the 'I can't talk in front of people' situation that many 'new graduates' have. You cannot exceed in your job field if you have trouble speaking in a group or do not have the experience of working in groups etc.
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MSG Brian Breaker
COL Roxanne A,
I agree. I try to get my homework done early so I can relax and enjoy my weekends, but it doesn't always happen. At one point I was going to take a speech class, but did not like the idea of posting my video online. It's a little harder when you have to speak in front of people.
I agree. I try to get my homework done early so I can relax and enjoy my weekends, but it doesn't always happen. At one point I was going to take a speech class, but did not like the idea of posting my video online. It's a little harder when you have to speak in front of people.
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Online classes are very difficult, not only do you have to study, but you have a full time job, and responsibilities. I have finally finished my degree. I am so happy!!!!
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There are pros and cons for both Online vs Traditional Classroom, it just depends on the individual needs of the student.
Online classrooms grant the flexability of being able to work at your own pace from anywhere, but limits the collabrative nature that you find in a traditional classroom. Being in a classroom, whether it be a small classroom or big lecture, there are many other students involved in the ‘learning experience’. Though social settings can be a positive thing, the presence of a whole classroom of other students can be distracting and destructive to a student’s personal learning; both teachers and students can go off on tangents and the discussion can be swayed in a way that is completely irrelevant to the topic that is being taught.
I myself prefer the classroom setting, i find myself easily distracted and find myself putting off the work till the last possable second when left to my own devices
Online classrooms grant the flexability of being able to work at your own pace from anywhere, but limits the collabrative nature that you find in a traditional classroom. Being in a classroom, whether it be a small classroom or big lecture, there are many other students involved in the ‘learning experience’. Though social settings can be a positive thing, the presence of a whole classroom of other students can be distracting and destructive to a student’s personal learning; both teachers and students can go off on tangents and the discussion can be swayed in a way that is completely irrelevant to the topic that is being taught.
I myself prefer the classroom setting, i find myself easily distracted and find myself putting off the work till the last possable second when left to my own devices
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The opposite for me. I find online schooling boring, it fails to keep my interest. It feels more like a chore than an education to me.
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Easier, i would say no. More convenient-absolutely. The freedom that online classes give you is a great advantage over actual classroom schools. If you have the time to work ahead and get ahead in the class, that is more beneficial to you.
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Congrats on the PCS to Korea; not sure if you have been there before, but i am sure that you will enjoy it and do great things for the 176th FMSU! And for the online classes, i did the same thing; sprint ahead in the class and you never have to worry about fallen behind; another advantage for the online technique.
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