| |19 JULY 2019HIGHERReviewThe internet and technology have indeed made it possible for students to continue their education in any part of the world without any geographical constraints being imposedtheir dream of acquiring a world-class education just be-cause of shortage of funds. This is because online education is easily affordable and can easily meet the demands and needs of every student. Student Inhibitions1. Concerns regarding the System in PlaceThe students planning to enroll themselves in any of the online programs tend to feel that they might just feel iso-lated as a student. This is, however, far from being truth. It is because universities and institutions offering online programs usually have their student communities to make it possible for students enrolled with them to interact with faculty, fellow students and alumni. Even more, the univer-sities strive hard in creating an online learning model that focuses majorly on the success of students and therefore, place them at the center of all their decisions.The online learning providers even ensure that the commitment of students to their online degrees and courses is supported all the time. 2. Accreditation and CredibilityA majority of students looking at pursuing online education have a common doubt- if the online courses hold the same relevance and reputation as classroom learning programs. A good thing to know for all such students is that the online education holds exactly the same value as regular education these days. There is no disparity, whatsoever, in any mode of learning. The career opportunities available to the stu-dents of online programs and regular classroom programs are also the same. 3. Learning ResourcesIn case there are doubts concerning the resources that are made available for the learning of students, the students must know that the best of tutors are assigned by universi-ties to conduct classes for online students. Also, the use of all the latest and advanced learning resources is deployed which includes videos and texts, web conferences, simula-tions, discussion threads and online learning communities.Final WordsWith physical, cultural and educational borders becoming less rigid; the online education is allowing universities and colleges to make a major contribution to learning in to-day's time. The universities and institutions offering online courses and programs are producing high-quality graduates ready to unleash their power at the workplaces. Thus, on-line education is a breakthrough model for higher education that has enabled lifelong learning in today's increasingly networked world and offers quality education that is highly personal and conducive to student's success.
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