10 Reasons to Learn Online

1. Going online opens new avenues for education

Online learning can happen in a variety of contexts, locations, and times; it allows for a transformation of possibilities in pursuing your education.

2. Educators are designing experiences with students in mind

Educators who teach online design their program with the online student, who often works full or non-traditional hours, in mind. This makes online programs more manageable for those students who are trying to find the right work-life balance.

3. Priorities are shifting in the digital space

With online learning evolving over the past 10 years, online educators are learning that the most important principle for designing lively eLearning is to see eLearning design not as information design but as designing an experience.

4. The goal remains: to provide an exceptional education

Universities with online programs have to meet certain criteria and curriculum standards. For example, at Arizona Online you are receiving the same curriculum, taught by the same faculty, as on-campus students.

5. Educators are taking the future of the field seriously

Educators understand that investing in 21st-century education systems creates resilient and prepared 21st-century learners.

6. Schools are using the latest breakthroughs

Educators are integrating technology seamlessly into the curriculum instead of viewing it as an add-on, an afterthought, or an event.

7. Students are getting new experiences through immersive technology

Unlike in a regular classroom, eLearning's immersive technology engages the mind and aids in retention through interactive visual and auditory media.

8. Distance is no longer an obstacle

Accessibility to online learning means anyone can pursue a degree no matter where they live. This brings a whole new meaning to freedom of choice to prospective students when they are looking at potential schools to apply to.

9. More schools are dedicating significant resources to online students

With more than six million students currently in online courses as part of their higher education program, the demand for more student support in the online environment is significant. (National Center for Education Statistics)

10. Students are gaining skills they need to be successful

Online students learn self-discipline and time management at an exponential rate in online programs. This prepares them for any kind of work environment.