Online BS Degree

An online BS degree is a convenient way to attend college and further an education without the confines of a classroom. Brick and mortar colleges that offer a traditional educational plan are time consuming. There is very little time left for extracurricular activities, employment, or spending time with family and friends. However, gaining an education through the Internet allows a student to work full time, enjoy extracurricular activities, or any other commitment. "Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might:" (Ecclesiastes 9:10) Online BS degrees allow students who may not live in close proximity to a college or university to earn a degree. An individual in the military or someone who has a job that requires travel would benefit a lot from an education through the Internet, as it provides the flexibility to fulfill responsibilities while attending college.

Typically, this type of education has concentrated classes. The classes last for six to eight weeks whereas traditional classes last for fourteen to sixteen weeks. Online BS degrees characteristically have two eight week sessions within a sixteen week semester. This allows students to take a full load of classes each semester but only take half of the classes at a time. This setup allows a student to focus more on the material being presented and creates a learning environment that promotes more long term retention. A shorter class provides more convenience and assists the students to finish in a timelier manner.

Through the Internet the online classes use a secure webpage for the students to access their homework, lectures, and discussion board. Typically in order to fulfill the requirements, the students will log on to the web site four to six times a week. The professor of the class may require that each student post a required amount of discussion threads each day. For an online BS degree program the students still have deadlines, assignments, projects, internships, etc. Most require the same amount of classes that a traditional degree requires. When graduating, there usually is no distinction made on the diploma between this and a traditional bachelor's degree.

Working from home allows students to interact with individuals living all over the world. This type of learning environment is exciting. It, also, promotes excellent interpersonal communication and team work. Earning an online BS degree gives more reserved students or allows an international student who's English is impaired the opportunity to interact within the class discussion without being dominated by their more outgoing classmates. They all promote fairness and equality, giving all students equal opportunity to participate and contribute to the classroom.

These educational programs are convenient, provide flexibility and enroll students from various backgrounds. Online BS degrees allow students, who may not be able to attend a brick and mortar college, earn a college education. This form of education is an excellent choice for a first time college student or for a student wanting to complete their degree.

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