Assessment A, Part 2: Assessing the Validity of Statements in a Discussion
Explain why "Some people think that online education is not as effective as a traditional classroom" is unreasonable.
This is unreasonable, unless a person has experienced both forms of education they should not make statements like that. That statement may not exist to a person that has experienced both. Some people may only be able to be in a traditional classroom environment as per their academic abilities.
Explain why "You can't learn as much online as in a normal classroom" is unreasonable.
This is unreasonable because the same materials are used in both settings. Online courses require reading text …show more content…
Online courses use the same text and other academic materials as the traditional classroom. Although there is no "face to face" communication, there are other ways to communicate that is as effective. E-mails, text messages, classroom forums, and phone calls are the other options that are alternative to the "face to face" communication. Research that I did prove that accredited online courses is just as effective as traditional courses. The main advantage online courses have that is best for me is the flexibility. Since I work full time, I can do my assignments on my own time at my own pace. Online courses can be done anywhere I have my laptop or any computer access. I can perhaps work on my schooling on my lunch break while at work. Any free time I may have during the day are opportunities to do school work. The technology today makes it simple to get an online degree. Many traditional colleges have options for online courses. Online courses represent how education is achieved now and in the future. There are many new professions that are developed based on computers and the internet that requires degrees that can only be earned by using a computer. Online courses may not be for everyone, some may need further assistance that can only available in traditional classes. I am a quick learner and I do not need any further directions besides the initial direction of the assignments. Online courses will be best for me at this time of my