A distance learning program offers convenience, flexibility, cheaper tuition prices and no travel expenses. Standard classroom learning is more expensive and rigid than typical distance learning programs.
Lack of in-person social interaction, face time with the instructor and support are the major drawbacks of distance learning. The distance learning experience can be rather solitary, as you usually "attend" class alone in front of your computer.
According to Dr. Hansen, while the reputation for distance learning programs is becoming more legitimate, there is still a stigma that they are not high quality avenues to education.
In distance education there is no instructor or classmate to push and urge you to complete your work and attend class. According to the Quintessential Careers consulting company, if you are a procrastinator, this education method is probably not for you.