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Online Degrees: Hot And Getting Hotter

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hese are boom times for online learning. A recent study shows that more than 3 million students in the U.S. are enrolled in at least one online course. That means that 20% of the college population is learning online to help avoid the cost and stress of getting to class. Many universities offer their online learning programs through Pearson’s eCollege, which provides a range of support services. We talked to students and faculty to find out how online learning is making their lives more efficient and productive…