Do you think online schools are easier than classroom schools?

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.

Yes, while in a physical class I get distracted easy. Online school I feel more focused and can go at my own pace with no distractions. If you put me in a classroom I begin to daydream and socialize.

MSG Brian Breaker, I have attended both a brick and mortar school for my BA and have done my MA 100% online. Like several have mentioned, I enjoy the flexibility to be able to go and do my lessons wherever and whenever I want to, provided they are done by Sunday at midnight. : ) I did miss the verbal discussion of sitting in a classroom while attending online course. However, I do not think in any way that the courses are any easier simply because they are online courses. Practically every single one of my MA courses has required a minimum 20 page research paper, by no means making it easier. Of course the flip side, if my computer failed (luckily has never happened to me) it would be ruinous to the course I was in, whereas if I were at a school, I could explain to the professor what had happened in person. Each type of school has it's own risks and rewards. Some students do better in the brick and mortar environment, and that's encouraged. Some students do better in the online environment, and that's wonderful too. Online course require a little bit more in the initiative category, I feel. You aren't required to face anyone in person and say that you did not complete the assignment, making failure easier in the online version. Good question to think about though, thanks.