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LU Distance Learning Program ranked third in nation

Nick January 24th, 2008

Liberty University’s distance learning program ranks third on the OEDb’s Online College Rankings 2008. Liberty University ranks ahead of Florida’s Nova Southeastern University at #3. NSU comes in at #4.

Liberty University’s distance learning program proves time and again its value for offering an affordable, convenient, and flexible means for adult learners to earn an accredited degree—and now Liberty has just been ranked among the nation’s elite online education programs by the nationally known Online Education Database (1). Ranked number three in the nation, Liberty University’s distance learning program beats out other schools such as The University of Phoenix, Grand Canyon University, and Capella University. Liberty University’s distance learning program even beats out Nova Southeastern University who has been a pioneer in distance education.

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808image Web Design Shut Down

Nick January 20th, 2008

Due to a death in the family, I have decided to shut down 808image Web Design. I do not know whether I will reopen it or not in the future. It all depends on how I feel. Right now, I am focused on finding full time employement as a webmaster, online marketing specialist, or web site manager for the time being. This personal site will remain up as I will continue writing articles related to group dynamics, teambuilding, distance learning, general psychology, and parapsychology.

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spring semester beginning soon

Nick January 6th, 2008

January 14 begins the Spring 2008 semester with my next course PSYC 101 General Psychology. This is a fully-online, Internet-based course that meets January 14th to March 9th.

Even though this is a fully online, Internet-based course, it is not an online, self-study course with a due date at the last day of scheduled class. This course has firm weekly due dates has specified in the syllabus.  Although the students and the instructor are not tied down to specific times of day, we all adhere to a weekly schedule that includes many activities, including discussions, assignments, quizzes, etc.

This is an undergraduate course with no lectures. However, it appears imperative that keeping up with the weekly readings is a must. There are two chapters that must be read each week. Some weeks there are three chapters to read. Due to the nature of this course, my instructor has imposed deadlines will not be extended, so completing my work on time is imperative. If I miss an assignment or activity, I would have to work even harder to earn the maximum number of points on all subsequent activities. Extra credit is not being made available in this course.

Here is a point breakdown for PSYC 101 General Psychology:

Discussion boards (2)  200 pts.
Interactive Assignments (4) 200 pts.
Exams (4) 600 pts.

Total 1000 pts, with 900-1000 = A.

The discussion board assignments are a forum for the student to post his or her findings on the stated topics as well as an opportunity to add his or her opinion as appropriate. Also, this will foster a sense of community as each student is required to respond to each group member’s discussion board posting.

Interactive assigments are designed to enhance the learning experience through the use of videos, interactive simulations as well as other online links. These are 1-2 page papers that are required to be written in APA format and turned in via the assigments link in Blackboard.

Blackboard is a course management system that is a critical component in conducting a fully-online, Internet-based course. We have to regularly use and monitor the blackboard site in order to participate in class activities. Unless otherwise noted, all materials submitted to our Instructor will also be done via Blackboard.

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Earning a Degree With Distance Learning

Nick November 7th, 2007

As I near the end of a successful fall term at Liberty University, a school that is experiencing record-breaking enrollment, it’s time to look with toward the spring term. Students at Liberty University continue to share with personal stories with the school on how different aspects of the Liberty University Distance Learning Program has positively affected them.
 
Bruce Wright, a fellow graduate student in the MA in Human Services program had this to say about convenience and flexibility of the Liberty University Distance Learning Program:

“My family is very important to me and being able to go to school and still have time with them is a blessing. My job is very unpredictable and things come up that could cause me to miss a class here and there. I know that this would affect my grades. Going to school online is great for me because there is flexibility that allows me to choose when I go to school and how long I stay.”

Whether you are looking to enroll as an undergraduate or a graduate student, via distance learning or on campus, Liberty University as much to offer any student interested in an education with a Christian worldview.  With Division I athletics and affordable tuition, you should experience what Liberty University has to offer. Apply today to Liberty University.

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