Online teaching and learning is a form of distance education. While distance education has been offered since the early 1700s, the first online courses were offered in the late 1960s. Original ...

Emma Bittner considered getting a master's degree in public health at a university near her home in Austin, Texas. But the in-person program cost tens of thousands of dollars more than she had hoped ...

Online education has transformed the way students pursue degrees, offering flexibility, accessibility, and a wide range of academic programs. Whether you’re balancing work, family, or personal ...

Choosing which college to earn your degree from is a big decision. With so many choices, how do you determine which is best for you? Well, a great starting spot is understanding your needs and goals.

Online college education has surged over the past decade, with greater numbers of students engaging in online-only courses. However, not all courses incorporate best practices for student success, ...

Genevieve Carlton holds a Ph.D. in history from Northwestern University and earned tenure at the University of Louisville. Drawing on over 15 years of experience in higher education, Genevieve ...

This year is the first time that more U.S. college students will learn entirely online compared to being fully in-person. And research shows most online programs cost as much or more than in-person.

“Thank you so much for taking the time to treat me like a person,” wrote Stephanie in an email to me. A student in one of my online courses, she had fallen behind and couldn’t see a way forward — ...

Liz Simmons is an education staff writer at Forbes Advisor. She has written about higher education and career development for various online publications since 2016. She earned a master’s degree in ...