Feb 07, 2017 09:26 AM EST By Audri Taylors, UniversityHerald Reporter

Online education is rapidly growing, given the growth of technology and wide use of the Internet. And there are several benefits that choosing an online program can offer. Courses can be cheaper, and you can have the flexibility to take classes on your own preferred time. Most importantly, your location will not hinder you from earning degree.

If pursuing online studies is an option you are weighing, there are also some important factors you need to consider. Here are some things you need to check to find out if online education is right for you.

You are self-disciplined

When taking online classes, there won't be a professor in front of the class to watch over you and what you are doing, and this is why you need to develop self-motivation skills before starting an online course, according to US News. This is especially true when you are trying to balance a full time job while you are studying. Although you are the ones who decides when and where you do your work, you should be able to discipline yourself to avoid finding an excuse for not attending your classes.

You are able to manage your time well

There are some online classes with very strict schedules provided for the entire duration of the course and if you have strong time management skills, it is going to be a lot easier for you to complete your assignments on time and stick to your plans.

You are comfortable in working independently

According to Study.com, online learning means that you can do things on your own even without the structure of being in a classroom and supervision of a teacher. So, if you are comfortable with this setting, then online education can be recommended for you.

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