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Tables of Contents for College Online
Chapter/Section Title
Page #
Page Count
Acknowledgments
ix
2
Introduction
xi
2
Update
xiii
PART 1 Linking Your Computer to Your Future
3
44
Chapter 1 How Distance Learning Works
3
24
Education for the Twenty-First Century
3
3
Traditional and Nontraditional Education
6
5
Using the Correct Terms
11
2
The Value of Accreditation
13
8
Earning a Recognized Degree
21
2
The Many Ways You Can Earn Credits
23
1
How Online Courses Work
24
1
Deciding Whether Distance Learning Is Right for You
24
3
Chapter 2 How to Succeed at Independent Study
27
12
Reading: The Key to Learning
27
3
Proper Preparation for Exams
30
1
Scheduling Your Study Time
31
3
Learning Contracts and Degree Plans
34
5
Chapter 3 Selecting the Right Courses and Degree Program
39
8
Setting Goals and Getting Motivated
39
2
Committing Your Time
41
1
Assessing Your Ability
42
1
Selecting a Course or Program
43
1
Places to Save Your Credits
43
4
PART 2 The Electronic College Directories
47
170
Chapter 4 Directory of the Web Site Home Pages of North American Colleges and Universities
47
26
The Internet, The Web, and You
47
26
Chapter 5 Directory of Undergraduate and Graduate College Courses Available Online
73
120
The Easy-to-Use Online College Course Locator
74
18
How to Read the Descriptions
92
1
Full Descriptions of Online College Courses
93
100
Chapter 6 Directory of Undergraduate and Graduate Degree Programs Available Online
193
24
The Easy-to-Use Online Degree Program Locator
194
4
How to Read the Descriptions
198
1
Full Descriptions of Online Degree Programs
199
18
Appendix A Scholarships Online
217
2
Appendix B A Virtual University in the Making
219
2
Index
221