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Some online programs are synchronous, meaning there is a live component where the professor and students are logged in together, but many are not.

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Whether it's to pursue an associate, bachelor's or advanced degree, online programs offer flexibility for those whose life circumstances make attending in-person college classes impractical. Some online programs are also available at a fraction of the cost of brick-and-mortar colleges.

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But it takes discipline and structure to succeed in an online format, experts say. Online courses generally are delivered through a learning management system – a virtual portal that serves as a classroom – where students can access course work and materials as well as monitor their progress on lessons and grades.

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Some online programs are synchronous, meaning there is a live component where the professor and students are logged in together. But many are not and have little or no live aspect.

The flexibility of online programs is often what attracts people the most, but experts say it's crucial for prospective students to consider their own personality and tendencies when evaluating whether an online program is right for them.

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By Cole Claybourn

Feb. 7, 2024, at 8:00 a.m

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