Hey guys, I'm looking into online college options right now. I know 'easiest' isn't quite the right mindset, but I'm trying to juggle a lot, so I need to know which online colleges have a more manageable workload. Any insights?
Online college choices really depend on your career goals and current commitments. That being said, some online institutions are known for balancing rigour with flexibility, crucial for adult learners or those with multiple commitments.
1. Western Governors University (WGU): Known for its competency-based learning model, students work at their own pace. Instead of traditional lectures, assessments are designed to gauge how well students understand a subject. This could mean you could potentially finish your coursework quicker if you master a subject more swiftly.
2. Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU): SNHU offers a large number of online programs ranging from associate degrees to doctoral programs. They tend to focus on learning at your own speed, offering 8-week terms that start throughout the year.
3. Pennsylvania State University World Campus: Penn State World Campus offers over 150 accredited graduate degrees, undergraduate degrees, certificates, and minors. Penn State's online courses are designed to be flexible and convenient to accommodate various schedules
Remember, though, that each online college will have different curriculum structures, and some may require synchronous (live) classes while others are primarily asynchronous. It's also essential to make sure that any online college you go to is regionally accredited, as it ensures a certain level of quality and is usually necessary if you plan on transferring credits or pursuing graduate studies.
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