Source: The Daily Economy
by Thomas Savidge
“Over the past decade, online learning has become an increasingly important part of the higher education landscape. Online programs provide a way forward for those who are interested in getting a higher education but, for a variety of reasons, can’t attend on campus. Universities offer these online learning options with the assistance of Online Program Management (OPM) partners, companies that provide infrastructure and marketing to the schools. Here in Indiana, two successful online models have been implemented by Butler University and The University of Southern Indiana. Both programs seek to address the ‘skills gap’ that many employers are complaining about. Although these programs are increasing in popularity, new regulations from the Department of Education aims to intervene in how these partnerships are structured, ultimately threatening educational opportunities for millions of Americans, particularly at Butler University and the University of Southern Indiana.” (11/04/24)
https://thedailyeconomy.org/article/dc-is-hindering-online-learning-programs/