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May, 2016 l Working World l WorkingWorld.com 17 5. More interaction and greater ability to concentrate: While there is contradictory evidence about the rate of online student participation versus participation in traditional courses, one thing is certain: online courses offer shy or more reticent students the opportunity to participate in class discussions or chats with more ease than face-to-face class sessions. Some students even report that online courses are easier to concentrate in because they are not distracted by other students and classroom activity. 6. Career advancement: Students can take online courses and even complete entire degrees while working, while in-between jobs, or while taking time to raise a family. This academic work will explain any discontinuity or gaps in a resume as well. Also, earning a degree can show prospective employers that you are ambitious and want to remain informed and prepared for any new challenges. 7. Continue in your profession: Even if someone wants to complete a degree program, it doesn't mean that they want to leave their current job. For most students today, college costs mean that it's necessary to continue working while in school. The previously mentioned flexibility of online degree programs enables students to keep working while also pursuing academic credentials. 8. Avoid commuting: During snowstorms and thunderstorms, colleges may cancel classes; if they don't, you run the risk of getting hurt in dangerous driving conditions. Rather than miss important class sessions, students in online courses can always "attend" by participating on discussion boards or in chat sessions, turn in their work on time, and watch lectures or read materials. Many students also find that the amount they save on fuel costs can be substantial if they don't have to commute to a physical campus in general, no matter what the weather conditions may be. 9. Improve your technical skills: Even the most basic online course requires the development of new computer skills, as students learn to navigate different learning management systems (LMS) and programs. The skills students learn to participate in their online courses translate to many professions, including creating and sharing documents, incorporating audio/video materials into your assignments, completing online training sessions, etc. 10. Transfer credits: For college students who want to attend summer classes, but who live too far from their colleges or have to work summer jobs, taking online classes from an accredited college and transferring the credits to their primary college is a good idea. Students will be able to earn college credit while still enjoying their summer vacation or fulfilling the responsibilities of their seasonal jobs. Similarly, if a college or university is unable to offer enough open sections of a required course, students can take the course online at another college and transfer the credits. These are just a few of the many advantages of taking online classes. Students in online degree programs are able to manage their time, learn the materials that are presented, and complete assignments on their own schedule. CAREER TRAINING HEMODIALYSIS, INC. HEMODIALYSIS, INC. 710 W. Wilson Ave., Glendale Ca. 91203 TEL: (818) 500-8736 Download Application from www.Hemodialysis-inc.com Fax application and H6 DMV printout to (818) 500-9452 We cannot process emailed applications; please fax or mail only. NOW HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: A Medical Company PERITONEAL DIALYSIS RN Experience required CERTIFIED HEMODIALYSIS TECH RNs: Tuition $4,500 Techs: Tuition $5,500 American Dialysis College Hemodialysis, Inc 710 W. Wilson Avenue Glendale, CA 91203-2409 CALL: (818) 500-8736 www.Hemodialysis-Inc.com