Online College Education Network
(OCEN)
Online College Resources
There are no geographical limitations when you are choosing online college courses. You can study anywhere in the world you choose. Regional college institutions that offer online courses must be accredited by an agency that is recognized by the Department of Education (DE) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Tuition expenses are about the same as the traditional fees. Residency requirements, commuting costs and child care can make getting a higher education more affordable. These qualities enable people to realize their life-long education goals. Now everybody, including busy professionals, frequent flyers and time-starved parents can enjoy the same befits of a college education.
Enrollment
Procedure
If you decide to enroll you will have to fill out an online application.
When you are accepted and registered you will be assigned a Web-based
account with your own secure username and password to access the appropriate
"courseware." Courseware is the software required for the course.
Online Bookstore
Any books needed for your courses are usually available on the online
bookstore.
Classes
Classes will usually consist of text-based lectures in the form of modules.
This is a discussion board area where students and the instructor post
questions answers and comments.
Other Features
- Live chat rooms
- Links to your particular course of study
- Streaming audio and video lectures
Communication
with your educator is accomplished through e-mail and written assignments
sent through e-mail attachments. Certain types of courses may be accompanied
by video or CD-ROM based lectures that the distance educator will send
you by snail mail.
Library Resources
Most distance learning colleges provide library resources through your
student account.
Technical Support
There is usually a toll-free telephone number that students can use to
get technical support when experiencing problems.