Online Education for the Military
Presenter John Orlando, PhD—Program Director –Master of Science in Business Continuity –Master of Science in Information Assurance 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