Online Degrees Must Offer More Than Flexibility

Online classes let students study around work and family.

But students often want more than recorded lessons and flexible schedules.

They also want to ask teachers questions and learn with classmates.

Projects and case studies can help them practise using what they learn.

Technology can be helpful when it makes learning easier or gives students ways to practise.

The school still matters because students look at its courses, teachers and support.

Tests are one way to check learning, but projects and presentations can show other skills too.

Online programmes work best when they offer both convenience and meaningful learning.