Adult Education has increasing become more popular. Many changes have evolved enabling Americans to gain knowledge that could not have done so a few years ago. Has this change benefited the people?
In recent years the availability of online education has increased enabling adults that cannot enter into classrooms to obtain a higher education in hopes to obtain better jobs. This endeavor would not have been possible a few years ago before modern technology provided the tools. Now millions are able to take advantage of this opportunity and increase their knowledge without entering the classroom.
Although some classes provide video tutorials while others may provide a hybrid setting where classes are available a few times during the class the majority of these classes are focused more towards self-teaching.
A person must be diligent in their studies and be able to read and comprehend the information mainly on their own. Instructors are available but in a limited manor and it can be difficult to full communicate a problem via email.
If the personal is able to complete their assignments, there are many attributes to online learning. A person can do their school work in the middle of the night, while kids are sleeping, on their lunch break or where ever they like. It can be very convenient for adults that have busy lives and children.
The schools benefit from this type of learning as well. Although they must obtain and manage the computer equipment necessary to provide this type of teaching, their cost is extensively lower than that of a traditional classroom that they must build, furnish and heat. Online learning enables them to increase their revenue without increasing their cost and without the headaches of overcrowding classrooms.
Since 1970 the number of adults enrolled in college has tripled. Adults are seeking higher education and better jobs. Will this endeavor be worth it? One can never lose the value of education, nor can they place a price on its worth. It is up to the individual what they do with that education.
From strictly an economic standpoint, in this economy people with all types of education are taking a variety of entry jobs to keep employed. I have been one of those. I currently have an entry level accounting position even with 20 years experience and an Associate’s degree. Others in my department have no degree and have bachelors yet they are both doing the same job and making the same money.
My question is it worth it? In my opinion, yes, it is worth it. I believe those with an education that wish to excel and move to other areas enabling them to make a better living can do so. It may take time yet I believe it is very possible and worth obtaining an education.
I am thankful for online learning as I would not have been able to obtain my degree had I been required to go to a traditional class.
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