online education for the military
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Online Education for the Military. Presenter. John Orlando, PhD—Program Director Master of Science in Business Continuity Master of Science in Information Assurance [email protected] 802-485-2729 158 Harmon Drive Northfield, VT 05663. Military College vs. Military Friendly. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Online Education for the Military
Presenter
• John Orlando, PhD—Program Director– Master of Science in Business Continuity– Master of Science in Information Assurance
• [email protected]• 802-485-2729• 158 Harmon Drive• Northfield, VT 05663
Military College vs. Military Friendly
• Small number of military colleges• “Military Friendly” colleges serving the military
– University of Maryland University College• Presence at overseas bases
– Embry-Riddle• Aviation
– Excelsior College– Park University
• Adult students gravitate towards online degrees– Convenience
• Work and family
– Discussion oriented• Discussion as the center of the classroom• Network with professionals around the world
• No Significant Difference Principle
Delivery: online vs. face-to-face
Classroom
• Weekly modules– Readings– Discussion– Essay– Exams– Final paper
Discussion Threads
Online Education Ideal for the Military
• Most stations have Internet access• Move around quite a bit• Master’s degrees for promotions• Post 9/11 GI Bill: Highest public in-state tuition
for vets.– August implementation
Challenges to Serving the Military
• May have limited time on the Internet• Can be quickly called away• Administrative help with funding • Funding
– Per credit– Top Up
Need a Military Portal
Credit for Military Courses
Advising
Activation Policy
• Easy to lose financial aid• Lose status/credit• Norwich University: “Hold Harmless” policy
Reaching the Military: Military.com
DANTES
Education Service Offices
• On each base• Advice• Information on colleges
Base Commanders
• Special needs• Can make special arrangements
Military input on marketing