1. Online Education for the Military

2. Presenter John Orlando, PhD—Program Director –Master of Science in Business Continuity –Master of Science in Information Assurance jorlando@norwich.edu 802-485-2729 158 Harmon Drive Northfield, VT 05663

3. 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

4. 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

5. Classroom Weekly modules –Readings –Discussion –Essay –Exams –Final paper

6. Discussion Threads

7. 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

8. 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

9. Need a Military Portal

10. Credit for Military Courses

11. Advising

12. Activation Policy Easy to lose financial aid Lose status/credit Norwich University: “Hold Harmless” policy

13. Reaching the Military: Military.com

14. DANTES

15. Education Service Offices On each base Advice Information on colleges

16. Base Commanders Special needs Can make special arrangements

17. Military input on marketing