Comments on: Two National Universities Demonstrate Why Online Schools Are Today’s Educational Innovators

By: Tom Martellone

Tom Martellone — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 03:56:35 +0000

I earned my MS in Educational Administration from Capella. I am currently enrolled in a doctoral program through Walden University. I enjoy the flexibility of distance learning, and I am afforded an opportunity to participate in a doctoral program I can not get here in Maine.

Mike Schmoker in his book, Results Now, which I have linked to on my Blog, has noted that students do not write enough, and that writing provides a person or student the opportunity to demonstrate true mastery or understanding of concepts learned. The online forum forces a person to do much of their work in writing, therefore, getting to the root of their understanding or new found knowledge.

Interesting post Mr. Hanson!

By: Thomas

Thomas — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:52:13 +0000

Al,
Thanks for stopping by – both schools are fully accreditated by regional agencies, Capella by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and AIU by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Inc. AIU did have a few prior issues and was on probation for two years but recently corrected all concerns and became fully accreditated once again in early December.

Tom Hanson

By: Al Menard

Al Menard — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 19:57:19 +0000

Enjoyed the article about the distance learning and the quote especially of how it can increase economic development. Have these schools gone through all the necessities of transfer credits and accreditation? (Hi Tom…great site….hope to hear from you. )