Career questions tagged online-learning


will it be easy to apply to college if i did online school and graduate a year early from actual highschool grade ?
im an upcoming junior and i was wondering if it will be easy to apply to college if i were to do online school and finish it a year early. Will there be a disadvantage, how will i do a college essay? Im very new and need more details.

Would it be possible to work towards an Associates and Bachelors at the same time??
Hi, I'm a rising junior interested in becoming an orthodontist and I want to know how much I'll be able to take on once I go to college. I've heard you can get some Associates degrees online, which is something I've recently become interested in. My question is could I get an Associates in Dental Assisting online whilst simultaneously working towards a Bachelors Degree (bio or chem) in person? If not, I'll settle with a Bachelors, but I'm curious if both are attainable as I don't want to spend more time than I have to. Thank you!

What are some skills (related to biochem, biotech, bioinf, genetics etc) I could learn to secure master in a good university/?
I am a biochem major planning to apply for masters in a good university abroad. I want to use this summer wisely to work on skills that would make my profile stronger. Could you suggest some trending skills related to my subject, and which platforms can I use to learn these? I am also thinking to gain some work experience in related field, However I dont know which areas can I apply to. I am already enrolled in Coursera, edX, Udemy.

I need to know how to learn fully Javascript and Python!?
I need to learn coding such as Javascript and Python , but I get confused and I don't think I;m absorbing the material. Please give me your expert advice on what to do????

Online degrees
What are degrees that can be completed fully online or 80% online?

How were you able to navigate your completely online classes if you struggle with ADHD/Autism?
I am returning to school for the first time since being diagnosed with ADHD and my first semester is all online. I am nervous since I have difficulty managing my time and get easily distracted. What skills/hacks/resources do you use to help get your coursework done on time and manage feeling overwhelmed?

How did you study for online classes?
I work a full time & part time job will going to school. I have to take some online classes to make it work with my work schedule, but these classes are difficult to study for with no in person class and my professor recommends studying 4-5 chapters to study for finals with no study guide.

How will I handle doing college 100% online?
I've always loved to do schooling on my own and online.

What are some resources I can use to help me succeed in online mathematics classes?
I am returning to school as a college junior. I do not have experience with online classes and I am looking for advice on how to succeed/beneficial resources I can use. Thanks!

Free Online Nursing School for high school students.
Hello, i'm in 9th grade and i've always had an eager desire for learning more about the nursing field. I can't seem to find any websites that offer free online classes for teens! if anyone could help me find some helpful websites, that would be great! Thanks!

Any Advice for Online College?
I'm starting a bachelor's degree program online in the fall, but some family friends have insisted I go on campus instead. I want to do online so I can work my job and start freelance writing, and I'm curious about how to approach online college from here.

What Career Opportunities Are Available with a BA/BS in Criminal Justice ?
I've always wanted to pursue this path, but I'm worried I'm in over my head. I've job shadowed dispatchers and probation officers this year in southern Ohio, and they're hoping I'll come back. Am I making the right choice?

Online internship options for 10th graders?
I wish to utilize my summer by joining an online internship program. The field does not matter much as i have still not chosen a career path. I am mainly focused on building my profile as well as gaining experience.

Is it beneficial to take online courses on Coursera or Udemy to learn data skills if I want to go into Data Science/Anaytics If so, what should I start with?
I'm in Grade 10, I have some coding experience with Python, and I want to be able to build my skill set so that I have time to improve later during high school. I also want to be able to use those skills to help others (volunteering). I've seen so many "roadmaps" for learning data skills, and they're all different, so I hope someone can clear this up for me. Thanks in advance!

What should I do when I can't keep focusing in my online classes?
What should I do when I can't keep focusing in my online classes? I take online classes during the summer and go to school in person for the normal school year and i can't seem to be focusing at all.

How can I find challenging academic classes outside of school?
I'm only just going into HS and really want to start taking AP classes in a year or two, but my school only offers a few starting in 11th grade, and there are no honors classes. This last year wasn't very challenging for me and I'm anxious to really push myself. I'm really interested in math, finance, and psychology as career umbrellas, so to speak. What are some other routes I can take, outside of school? Do online courses actually work? How do I find good ones? Thank you!

What are the tradeoffs between online vs. on-campus degrees ?
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What do I do if I have to go to school online for my degree, but I don't want to miss out on the college experience?
I have to go to school online to get my degree in speech pathology for personal reasons, but I also want to go to college in person. I was hoping to use college as a way for me to make sure I am independent enough to make it in the real world, but I have to go to school online specifically for speech pathology. How do I get the best of both worlds?

What is a suggestion for online collages for psychology? Is it more easy or hard? Anything I should know before considering online?
I would like to get my masters in psychology, professional counseling or whatever I can get. I am currently applying to scholarships to help but won none so far. I was wondering if online is better then in person collage counseling or if they have different benefits and what are they. Thank you so much!

What is your field and how do you find virtual programs and conferences?
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What is a home activity or website I can get started on by
What website or activity can I do to get a better knowledge on space/engineering. I would love to do learn more about space and possibly engineering.

Are there good online bachelor degree programs for Animal Science/Pet-Veterinary?
I'm currently a sophomore in college, majoring in history but I would also like to study Animal Health and Behavior without having to worry about travel

Are online or in-person MBA programs better?
I plan on attending an in-person MBA program, but I want to keep my options flexible.

If I attend community college will I be able to take classes online?
I'm interested in attending south mountain community college.

Which online learning communities would you recommend for gaining more business knowledge?
I am an accounting student, who would like to find an online learning community that would help me broaden my business knowledge, such as analytics, software programs, finances, economics, and other nonaccounting areas of business. I am very interested in this information at an international level of business. #International #Business #Analytics #Economics

How can I take online college classes while in highschool?
So that I can do it as soon as possible because I want to get a job with my dream job of being a pediatric nurse and save money to travel while I’m still young!! #online-learning #online-college #e-learning #distance-learning #pediatricnurse #nursing

How much studying will be required? How much assistance will I get due to my Learning Disability
I have a learning disability and want to make sure I keep up with my classes. I have managed in high school but know it will be different in college. I am enrolling in a college with strong supports for people with learning differences. #educational-technology #online-learning #adhd #learning-disabilities #student-with-disabilities #disability-awareness/-advocacy

Best way to be successful in online classes?
As a current online only student you are required to be self disciplined and highly motivated. However is there any other tips for success that anyone has particularly in regards to balancing your family life, work, and school? #online-learning #work-life-balance

Does anyone know a better way to study a foreign language by yourself?
i am trying to learn enough Japanese to be able to take the AP exam for it and I'm not sure if there's a good way for me to learn it. I've watched several videos about kanji and know the basics for grammar, but is there a more efficient way? #foreign-languages #japanese #online-learning #self-improvement

Are brick and mortar schools really better than online when it comes to getting a job?
I am been curious about the stigma attached to the new university models from adult or returning students who cannot attend a regular university class. #higher-education #online-learning #college