What do you think of the FREE online college degree?

[armstrongsubero]

I spent about three terms in the CS program and I can say it's very quality. Lots of assignments, forum posting and keeps the student engaged. I think if they had the finances they could be RA. The curriculum is also very comprehensive as it is a BS after all, there are a lot of relevant classes. They also accept transfer credit and even some ACE classes (I can verify ALEKS transfers).

That being said I did't finish because its not for me. It really drags out classes (just like a B&M school) and is too slow pace for me. I also hate those forum discussions being force on you each week for each class as well as being forced to review other peoples work. There is a low amount of videos so you can speed through your modules by reading. Its like a trimmed down version of Saylor.

It is a quality school with good instruction, this is my opinion having spent three terms there. If you are looking for a more 'traditional' online college setting its for you. At $100 per exam its awesome and good value. I have tried to get people I know to join, but they are just to lazy to start.

If you are like me and like eating through courses in a day or two, then it's not for you. The slow pace will send you mad and get you disinterested.