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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! New Article: Are For-Profit Online Colleges a Rip-Off? Critics of for-profit online programs have a lot to say about the quality and ethics of such schools. But, the schools contend that they provide a worthwhile service for students that simply isn't available elsewhere... See More About:  for-profit colleges  choosing a school  distance learning basics You Go to College, Your Employer Gets the Bill Why take out student loans when you could earn a degree for free? You may be able to save thousands of dollars by asking your employer to pay for your education through a tuition reimbursement program... See More About:  distance learning costs  financial aid  online degrees in the workplace How Do Online College Students Take Tests? Test-taking gets a little tricky when it comes to online learning. In past years, some online students were assigned exams and simply asked not to use their notes. But, as research has shown, asking students to use the honor system simply doesn't work... See More About:  choosing online schools  types of online colleges  test taking Should High Schools Require Students to Take Online Classes? Requiring students to learn online helps improve their technological abilities and prepares them for college (where most will have at least a little online learning) and the workplace (where virtual training is becoming more popular each year). However, it may be a hardship for students in poor or rural areas where computer and internet access is not so readily available... Distance Learning Ads Distance Education Distance Learning Distance Courses Masters Degree Online Learning Featured Articles Paying for School Study Skills Online Resources Technology Using Your Distance Education Degree Distance Learning 101   More from About.com Essential Medical Tests for Women For women, certain medical tests and health screenings are recommended on a yearly basis. Learn which screenings are essential for your health, and why. More> Finding the Right Doctor Whether you need a new primary care doctor or a specialist to take care of specific symptoms, you'll want to follow these guidelines to choose the right physician for your medical care. 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