CTR Online Education
Education today and Beyond

 

 

Articles

  • Introduction to Online Learning
    It used to be that education by way of online learning—or what is called distance learning or distance education--was implemented as a supplement to the brick-and-mortar classroom (or conference room) teaching and learning methods and materials. But technology as it is—progressive and multi-beneficial--online high school and online college courses have become sometimes viable sources of learning…without the student having to ever step foot in a classroom.
  • Is an Online Education Right For You?
    Whether you know it or not, you have spent your whole life learning. You just may not have a fancy printed certificate hanging on your wall to show for it. Is now the time to make that step to get your degree? Taking that step in the past was a scary, and for many, impossible, feat. You don't have the time to attend classes at night, you cannot afford the tuition and travel expenses, or maybe you are uncomfortable in a classroom setting. With the advent of the internet, learning online may be the key to achieving your goals and overcoming those challenges.
  • Obtaining an Online Bachelors Degree
    Attaining a degree has never been easier than it is now, with many colleges and universities now offering online bachelors degree programs. The internet has allowed students to study remotely at home and work at their own pace. When taking the traditional route, a bachelors degree takes a minimum of four years, and many times it takes closer to five and six years to complete.
  • What you can expect from your first online course
    Most, if not all, schools will require you to take a course, usually referred to as 'First Course', or something similar. The subject material may be something completely immaterial and will most likely have nothing to do with your intended course of study. The idea is to get you familiar with how online courses work and so you can get a feel for your study habits and how you need to allocate time.