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Distance Learning Distance Learning Online College Online High School Free Classes From Jamie Littlefield, your Guide to Distance Learning Welcome to this week's edition of the distance learning newsletter. Happy studying! A Fake Online Degree Could Land You in Jail Diploma mill degrees are almost always considered dishonest and unacceptable by employers. However, in some states, using a diploma mill degree is actually illegal... Is a Sense of Place Important to Learning? While having a designated place to learn isn't required, is the value of place really a myth? Or does this sense of place offer students some intangible benefits? Do You Prefer Proctored Exams or Test Taking Alternatives? Whether you thrive under pressure or prefer to learn in a low-key environment, it's important to find a college that meets your test-taking needs... See More About:  choosing online schools  types of online colleges  test taking New OCW Scholar Offers MIT Course Material for Free Here's some exciting news for independent learners: MIT recently created a new section of their website that offers learning material to the general public at no cost... Read more Distance Learning Ads Distance Learning Online Learning Online Degree Distance Courses E Learning Featured Articles Online College Online High School Free Courses Online Teaching Paying for School Study Skills   More from About.com Over the Counter Cold Medications How to choose the right medication for your cold and flu symptoms. More> Should Kids Get Flu Shots? Think your child is too healthy to need a flu shot? Think again. More> This newsletter is written by: Jamie Littlefield Distance Learning Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Distance Learning newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Find an Online College Find an Online High School How to Get Bargain Textbooks Teaching Online Online Law Schools Advertisement