Some people prefer traditional learning settings while others prefer the convenience of taking online courses at home. Whatever your preference may be at this time, it is a good idea to understand the positives and negatives of each setting:
Positives
- Convenient
- Flexible
- Affordable
- Easily accessible
- No travel expense
Negatives
- Less interaction with educator and classmates
- Fewer networking opportunities
- Lack of reputation
- Lack of campus experience
Positives and Negatives of Campus Learning :
Positives
- Face to face learning with educators
- Group activities teach you to work with others
- Networking opportunities
- College campuses attract top professors
- Supportive environment
- Cultural diversity
- More resources available to students
- Direct assistance
Negatives
- Distracting setting
- Commuting to class
- Inconvenient schedules
- Extra costs if living on campus
College Presidents Approve :
According to a report released by the Pew Research Center, 51% of 1,055 college presidents surveyed said online courses match the value of traditional in class courses.
http://www.pewsocialtrends.org/2011/08/28/the-digital-revolution-and-higher-education/