online+classes+vs.+traditional+classes(babra)

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Source
http://www.classesandcareers.com/education/2007/05/04/are-online-courses-as-good-as-traditional-ones/

AUTHOR-Kari Whitaker

Summary/Direct Quote

 * 1. Online classes are more flexible.** One of the most obvious advantages that online [|education] offers over traditional education is its flexibility. Students with family or work responsibilities are often unable to enroll in traditional courses because of prior obligations with respect to time or place. Furthermore, even if a traditional class does fit, limited enrollment or caps on class sizes may present problems. Online education, on the other hand, allows students to complete coursework when and where they choose, and because the class is conducted online, there are few — if any — restrictions on class size.
 * 2. Online classes focus on students, not instructors.** Whether through lectures, discussions, role playing, or small group activities, traditional classes tend to focus on the instructor. Online classes, by contrast, force the instructor to play a supporting role, which in turn empowers and encourages more student participation. With online classes, students have more opportunities to explain, share, comment, and critique in a manner not possible in the traditional classroom.
 * 3. Online classes are writing (and computer) intensive.** Two skills that are in constant and increasing demand across all industries are the ability to write and the ability to use technology effectively. Online education by its very nature requires that assignments, discussions, group projects, and tests all be conducted in a form that necessitates both [|writing] and technology. As such, online courses tend to prepare students for the modern workplace better than traditional classes.

Connected Topics/Uses
online courses allow students to create their own study schedule. you don't have to sacrifice anything. this could also apply to immigrants who are still trying to cope with English. they don't have to feel under pressure anymore. another thing is you save money. you don't have to go to school, buy books, there all online. online classes is a way to more freedom...you get to speak your mind and no one is going to judge you by what you say. you also learn knew skills and your writing skills improve.