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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! Tax Deductions and Credits for Online Students Don't forget to turn in your taxes this week. In order to ease the burden of students in this time of costly textbooks and record-high tuition bills, the federal government has provided several sizable tax breaks for students. You may be able to save a couple thousand dollars this year, just by proving you're a student in an eligible college or university (including virtual schools)... See More About:  student tax breaks  student tax credits  frugal students Will "No Frills" Online Colleges Ruin Education? Not all schools need sports teams and an abundance of extracurricular activities. Clearly, some colleges have gone a bit overboard on spending, leaving students to pick up the bill. However, viewing online learning as the low-cost option and requiring traditional schools to change successful programs may pose some problems... 5 Ways to Compare Online Colleges Comparing online colleges can be a challenge. You may know the type of program you're looking for, but it isn't always easy to narrow your list of top picks. The five considerations in this article can help you compare online colleges based on what each school offers. Before enrolling in a virtual program, make a list of possible schools and see how they measure up... See More About:  distance learning basics  choosing online schools  The eBook Problem Nobody's Talking About Students are anticipating a more convenient way to get books without waiting in line and to access them without carrying around an over-sized backpack. However, online textbooks have some drawbacks... Distance Learning Ads Online Education Online Degree Masters Degree Certificate Degree Master Education Featured Articles Study Skills Online Resources Technology Using Your Distance Education Degree Distance Learning 101 Choose the School that Fits You Best   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. 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