Distance Learning Poised to Out-pace Traditional

Over the last decade, distance learning has leapt from the scripts of science fiction fantasies to become a growing trend in higher education. It has moved from correspondence classes that relied on video and mail-ordered text books to a virtual classroom that allows students to earn diplomas, undergraduate degrees and graduate degrees at any time, from anywhere in the world.

Distance learning has evolved from a less than reputable way to complete a college education to being the system of choice to attend college for more than a million people. The Distance Education and Training Council predicts that distance education will grow 30 percent annually over the next few years.