Is anyone currently persuing a Bachelors, Masters or other degree on line now?...

Where and what are you studying? Was online learning an adjustment for you? Is is complicated? Lonely? Exciting or frustrating?

This week I am FINALLY about to take the plunge. I am frightened when I see the ominous "wash out" thread.

Am I scared? Yes. Were you completely sure of yourself when you enrolled? Or did you have lingering doubts?

Please give me any advice that you have. I am interested in YOUR story!

 

I am in Mizzou's online Master of Public Affairs program: Public Affairs: Online Master's Degree | Mizzou Online | University of Missouri


I'm in my second class of the program and enjoying it so far. I made an A in the first class with no significant issues. This is my first experience with an online degree

In the online environment, I've felt that some of the written work was "busy work" just to document your participation rather than work of true substantive value. However, the workload has been manageable. In my case, I work a full-time job + overtime along with juggling family life. I coach youth sports for my children, etc. Online programs make the most sense to me because I am able to do the work at my program but not my first online class. I took an online biology class to complete my bachelor's degree a few years ago. I also took two major-level independent study classes in 2005. Those weren't technically online though because all of the work was mailed in to the school.convenience rather than having to show up for class at a certain time. However, I can see where a person who lacks discipline and initiative could have issues with the online format.

 

My first few online classes were with ASU Online. I found their learning system very easy to navigate around and the lecturers always there to reply to questions (although by the time they got back to me, i sorta found the answers) after doing about 20+ credits with ASU, i tried out Harvard's online classes which required a 'face to face' online timed sessions. It was one of the requirements for admissions into their undergraduate program. I found that very demanding and fast paced. It was held over the summer, they used the adobe connect program to have lessons. it's easy to use, but i found the work load very demanding. Especially when i'm asked to speak on the spot on certain issues. i eventually got used to that, got the required grades and gained admission into the ALB program. i'm taking 2 classes a term (8 credits), including summer. So it's 24 credits/year. I don't wish to overload myself because I still need to work and have a family. Best advice I could give is , take it slow. If 2 classes a term seems right for you, then go for it. You don't need to pack a 4-5 class term just because someone else is doing it. imo, it's better to be slow and steady, get good grades for 2 classes than getting mediocre grades for 4 classes. you might also want to find a program that has a schedule that fits you.

Eg, ASU online has 7 week terms. So you could take 2 class per 7 week term and still churn out 12 credits/term.

Or just do 1 class per 7 week term and up the load when you feel comfortable.

Good luck with your quest !

 

I completed entire undergrad online from FHSU; completed a Masters online (had to go to location for exams)... I started FT in the undergrad and then switched to PT. There were a couple of semesters I took one course for my undergrad - I was suffering from burnout (moved across the Nation twice; family health issues; death in the family; death of colleagues.. a LOT going on) and my grades suffered dearly as a result, but I persevered and finished it. I got into a Masters and graduated with honors.. was it a tough road? Damn right. Was it a road worth traveling? Damn right. Would I do it again? Damn right I would

 

hello ! just wondering, how does FHSU conducts it's modules for undergraduate studies ? do they use blackboard connect ? is access to lecturers easy ? how do you do your exams ? or are they assignments and open book test ?

 

I did my AS in a bricks and mortar program. The second half for my BS was all testing and online courses - best experience ever. My MBA is all online. Not lonely at all. I had friends here and friends online through the classes. In my opinion online is the only way to go. It's so much easier to study when it's convenient, not have to drive somewhere, do it in your jammies, etc.

 

I am currently studying Ph.D in Information Assurance at Nova Southeastern University, the program is not completely online. It requires two residencies per semester in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Online, on campus, or hybrid is the norm for me as I earned my previous degrees from MCI (Correspondent), Troy University (Online), Southern Methodist University (Hybrid), Georgetown University (on Campus), and now Nova Southeastern University (Hybrid). It is not complicated if you are prepared, but you will never known what obstacle you will face whether family problems, or job performance. In my experience, I have mixed exciting and fustrating when assignment are done or receive bad performance. The best way to do ist doing your best, taking slowly if you have to. Most of us are professional, and we do not rush completing the degree to get a job.

My current problem that I am going through marriage problems with divorce; while my children are in the Child Protective Custody. All the children mistreatment and neglegence without my knowledge until CPS took the children away, and I discovered my wife has a double life. I am mandated to show CPS and the court that I am dedicating to the children as priorty, so I am taking a leave of absence from Nova Southeastern University.

 

Congratulations on you "A", GAguy! Mizzou is a well regarded school!

 

Good point - the ability to study in jammies! Where are you in your MBA? First year? Second? Where are you studying?

When I mentioned "lonely", I was referencing lack of interaction with others in your cohort group. I have friends IRL, but none of them are attending college - online or otherwise.

 

I've heard good things in general about Nova SE.

I hope that your issues with your children work out, and you are able to return to complete your degree.

Best wishes.

 

Good to hear! You certainly went through quite a bit during your studies. I am in awe!

 

I'm in my first and hopefully only year at Patten.edu I just need a MBA to stay competitive, so it didn't matter where I went... just need the paper. In some of my cohorts I have a lot of interaction, in others, none. It's worked out fine.

 

A one year MBA? That's fantastic. Never heard of Patten, but if it is filling the bill for you, that's wonderful.