Are online classes easier than on campus classes?
A. No. Generally, online classes require the same work and require you to meet the same course competencies as on campus classes. In addition, online classes require the student to be more organized, self-disciplined, and self-paced than an on campus class. Some students report the lack of a physical presence with the instructor and other students makes it more difficult to stay on task and to understand the course work fully. The convenience of an online class may be offset by the lack of class interaction for some students. This self assessment may help you decide if an online class is right for you: Are Distance Learning Courses Right for Me? (courtesy of the Center for Independent Learning).
