Your Responses:
"I appreciate distance learning for its flexibility and accessibility. It allows me to customize my schedules, accommodating work, family, or other commitments. As I frequently travel for work, the ability to study from anywhere with an internet connection opens up educational opportunities that might not have been feasible otherwise. Additionally, online resources provide a wealth of information and diverse learning materials, enhancing the depth and breadth of knowledge accessible to me and fellow students. The interactive nature of virtual classrooms and discussion forums fosters a sense of community and allows for a rich exchange of ideas among peers from various backgrounds. The self-paced nature of distance learning, especially at Columbia Southern, also encourages independent thinking and time management skills, which can be invaluable in today's fast-paced world. Overall, the flexibility and resources offered by distance education make it a powerful tool for lifelong learning and personal growth."
"I love that I can learn on my time and be able to still get things done in my personal and professional life. I had planned on going to college after high school but life had other plans and I became a mother and also worked. I never lost the desire to get my college degree and I thought that I was too "old" to go back to school after my kids grew up and started their own families I did not know where to begin and then I met a woman who took me under her wing and before I knew it I was enrolled in school. I bought my first laptop (I never had a laptop or computer) and she helped me with my first class and other things and here I am today a college student close to obtaining my degree."
"I love distance learning as it provides me the time to focus on my family unit and my job. I am able to go back to subject matter and study and learn in areas I find difficult."
"This will be my second attempt in online schooling so I am excited and nervous. I choose online it works better with my work schedule and family time. Most rewarding honestly is seeing how proud my kids are see me wanting to better our lives. That is what I love most about online learning my time with my kids are not being consumed by going to a physical school."
"It is very convenient for a crazy busy life. So far, my experience with the courses every eight weeks have been a success."
"I chose distance learning because of COVID. This has been a really great experience for me. I appreciate that Columbia southern was doing distance learning before distance learning was a thing so you have worked out a lot of the bugs."
"Studying at my own speed, distance learning provides flexibility, making it easier to manage school, work, and personal commitments. It offers a wide range of courses and materials from different places. With distant learners it give us access to great education from anywhere. It also helps in learning how to manage time well, be self-disciplined, and become better with technology. These things make it a popular choice because it's all about independence and being easy to reach."
"My experience with distance education has been great and I am happy I chose Columbia Southern to pursue my degree. The whole staff has given excellent service to me as a student and helped me with every doubt I have had. I chose distance learning since I am a full time mom of three with a hectic schedule and I learned that online learning was my best bet to finish my dream of pursing a degree. It has been rewarding because of less stress, i'm in the comfort of my home, and I can still concentrate on doing my mom duties with no additional stress."
"I love the freedom of being able to learn as I have available time and I can work full time while still getting an education. I have basically just started my distance education, but so far, I am thoroughly enjoying the experience. I chose to study online so I could have the freedom to work full time and still get my education. And all of it is rewarding in my eyes. From the excellent staff readily available to help me succeed in my goals to finally being able to hopefully achieve those goals through these programs."
"My favorite thing about distance learning is how flexible it is for me. It is very convenient that I am able to study whenever I want and wherever I want, which is essential for me to juggle my busy schedule. Aside from that, I also appreciate the fact that I can learn at my own pace and take breaks whenever I need to. My main reason for choosing to study online was that it was the most convenient option for me at the time. The only thing I had to worry about was having to commute to a campus and trying to schedule classes around my work and family commitments. Compared to a traditional school, I was also able to choose from more courses. For me, one of the most rewarding aspects of distance learning is the sense of accomplishment I feel when I complete a course or earn a degree. Working hard and being disciplined was the key to my success, and that makes my accomplishments more meaningful."
"It has been lot a fun for because i can do my classes anywhere.To be easier on me.I can do my classes at home."
"What I love most about distance learning is the flexibility. It has allowed me to travel for my work (which I spend more than a quarter of my month away from home) and still get school done. This flexibility also has let me be a more engaged mother and do my schooling around my kids' schedules, which has been the most important part for me."
"I love meeting the classmates and professors when we do live lectures. It is fascinating to know that people from around the world share a love for learning and we go to school together in one classroom. Traditional ways of us in class are no longer a norm and we meet our classmates on the internet now. Who would have believed we live like the Jetsons in 2023 talking to the TV screen. This has been an awesome journey to be a student at CSU at my age now and to be online. I chose online and like it because we can do it in the comfort of our own home, no classes to run to or be late for. I love my own pace way! I find just meeting the professors and keeping my self-paced to do my class assignments on time is rewarding for me. When I walk across that stage will be my biggest reward."
"I appreciate distance learning for its flexibility and accessibility. It allows me to customize my schedules, accommodating work, family, or other commitments. As I frequently travel for work, the ability to study from anywhere with an internet connection opens up educational opportunities that might not have been feasible otherwise. Additionally, online resources provide a wealth of information and diverse learning materials, enhancing the depth and breadth of knowledge accessible to me and fellow students. The interactive nature of virtual classrooms and discussion forums fosters a sense of community and allows for a rich exchange of ideas among peers from various backgrounds. The self-paced nature of distance learning, especially at Columbia Southern, also encourages independent thinking and time management skills, which can be invaluable in today's fast-paced world. Overall, the flexibility and resources offered by distance education make it a powerful tool for lifelong learning and personal growth."
"I initially chose to study online because of the flexibility and I have stayed because of the empowerment it provides me. As a mom of four kids who juggles work schedules, kids extracurricular activities, kids school, etc. life is very busy. However, Columbia Southern has given me the opportunity to pursue my education in a way that allows me to continue life without sacrificing these important items. I am forever grateful for Columbia Southern and the encouragement I received when I did not think higher education was a possibility for me."
"What I love most about distance learning is that I can do distance learning from home and if I am not having a good day because of my health issues, I can wait until the next day to address my courses. I chose to study online because I work better at my pace and I do not get bored. I find that the most rewarding thing about online learning is I can work at my own pace and if I need to I can work ahead if I want to."
"I love that I am able to learn on my own time and still focus on my job and family. I also love how affordable the tuition is."
"Distance learning enables me to work a full-time job while getting my education. I choose distance learning because it makes life easier to manage per se, it is rewarding to see my dedication and hard work paying off."
"The most important reason I choose distant learning is because I can still get everything else done at my convenience with a low stress environment. I chose to study online because it helped me tremendously with studying and my home life, The most rewarding thing about distance learning is convenience, availability, and the ease of working at your on pace."