Do you consider an online degree from University of Phoenix equivalent to a ‘in person’ 4 year degree?
Question:
The University of Phoenix fellow bragged & bragged when he got his degree online.
The gentleman that actually went to the classes at Southern CT State argues his degree is more meaningful since he sat through live classes and experienced the full college scope by hearing ideas of others in a classroom environment, did an internship to obtain his degree, live group projects, etc.
I don’t know what to think. Do you think an online degree from the University of Phoenix is really equivalent to that of one from a college where you actually attend the classes in person?
Do you think a job recruiter would take the ‘in person’ degree more serious that a degree obtained on line?
Answer:
I definitely think a degree earned by attendance is more meaningful than one obtained online. Firstly, normal colleges provide more screening against cheating and such, and it is difficult for online colleges to keep up with this. Also, spending more time(which is true of most colleges) creates a better system for learning, and it is, after all, about education. I believe that online degrees aren't meant to replace the official college experience. They are more likely for those who are unable to attend an institution due to personal circumstances or later in life (i.e. after the establishment of a family or an inability to leave one's job for a few years).
Of course not. I wouldn't trust anything on-line over face-to-face and verified. Which is why you should also take what i say with a box of salt.
I have a master's in nursing from USA that I did most of the course work on line. Believe me when I tell you my degree takes me through just as many doors as does a degree earned "in the classroom". I am currently working on my doctorate of nursing on line and it too will serve me just as well. I do not have time to work full time and sit in a classroom. Tell your friend with the on line degree that no one likes a braggart.
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