Most courses offered by universities, colleges, training institutes and vocational trade schools offer a mix of self-paced schedules and more weekend online lectures, facilitating convenient studying schedules for students and professionals.
Online learning can be done in remote locations, from offices or homes as long as you have access to a computer and broadband Internet connectivity.
New-age technologies, such as Second Life; social media networking tools and applications; and online networks and bulletin boards have created the near interactive and collaborative learning environment of traditional classrooms.
Taking courses and degrees online does away with the need to travel regularly to universities and college campuses in far-off locations and different states.
The advent of online learning has enabled mid-career professionals, workers with high-school diplomas and others to get additional degrees and certifications to enhance career prospects.