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    Should I be worried about getting a job after I graduate with a math degree?

    I did my undergrad degree in math and a masters in financial economics. I worked for many years as an actuarial consultant. Now I am teaching...
    Post by: Tom57, Nov 4, 2013 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Advice for 16 year old homeschooler

    I'm sure that some situations work out exactly as you've said. However, this is hardly a criticism of homeschooling. Rather, it's more a...
    Post by: Tom57, Oct 15, 2013 in forum: High School Education via Distance Learning
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    MS Economics

    Sorry, but this is completely incorrect and makes little sense. When you say "many don't recognise it as a valid degree" are you referring to...
    Post by: Tom57, Sep 23, 2011 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Does anyone recognize this building?

    Wow degree programs in: Geographically Cultivation Fine Artsciences Health S Bus TV Editor I notice that "term" on the tuition page is...
    Post by: Tom57, Jun 11, 2011 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Unlisted University of London programs?

    There are some distance learning options that are not formally part of the international program - or at least there are two that I know of: Kings...
    Post by: Tom57, May 20, 2011 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Anyone have input on the University of London's International Programmes? (Online)

    I agree with this. I would venture that the policy is largely political. I have noticed that in DL programs that are associated with prestigious...
    Post by: Tom57, Mar 18, 2011 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Anyone have input on the University of London's International Programmes? (Online)

    I think this is true. I commented that the exams are tough but fair. No surprise, you have to know your stuff. My exams generally had one question...
    Post by: Tom57, Mar 7, 2011 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Anyone have input on the University of London's International Programmes? (Online)

    I did a MSc in finance through UoL. I would agree with many of the posts here. The exams are hard, but fair. It may vary from program to program,...
    Post by: Tom57, Mar 6, 2011 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Most impressive DL resume fluff for under $10K?

    I would disagree about UC Berkeley. I think very few people outside the U.S. associate it with the counter culture of the 60's. It's recognizable...
    Post by: Tom57, Sep 26, 2010 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    University of London

    Some additional info on UoL for anyone who might be considering their programs. At least at the post-grad level, it is not true that you are just...
    Post by: Tom57, Jun 24, 2010 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    University of London

    Actually there is a fair amount of variation in the level of interaction among UoL distance programs. The undergrad programs tend to be less...
    Post by: Tom57, Jun 23, 2010 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Reputation of University of London - external programme

    I just wanted to chime in before this thread goes away. I did a UoL masters in finance, and I can vouch for the quality and rigor in their courses...
    Post by: Tom57, Mar 18, 2010 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    M.A., M.S., PhD Options in Math

    As I mentioned before, I don't think you will find a distance learning PhD option in math. There just isn't enough demand to warrant such a...
    Post by: Tom57, Mar 3, 2010 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Why are the "Big 3" all unranked schools?

    I won't dispute that there is no shortage of snobbery in education. The idea that this is the sole domain of left-wing snobs who "infest" higher...
    Post by: Tom57, Dec 3, 2009 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions
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    Ouch! - UC Approves $2,500 student fee increase

    I'm sure there are sensible cuts that can be made. However, UC's budget is not much different from any another major public university. I would...
    Post by: Tom57, Nov 26, 2009 in forum: General Distance Learning Discussions