Why Do Students Gain A Post-Secondary Education?

Today there are many ways for a student to earn a post-secondary education. The traditional option for attending in person classes at university or college is still present, but there many students are choosing to earn their degrees through a completely online or hybrid program, which is mostly online but does include some in person courses. No matter which style of earning an education students chose, the main goal associated with achieving a degree remains the same. That goal is for students to enter a career field of their choosing, armed with the skills and abilities to progress and have a successful career. With so many education options students now have to consider, how employers in the market they hope to enter will view their education credentials. Although, online and hybrid programs are still somewhat new to the education system, there are many education professionals that believe students who have earned their degrees through those avenues are actually …show more content…
One education expert stated “Surprisingly, several studies, including one by the U.S. Department of Education, suggest that students are able to retain more and perform slightly better in an online setting than in a traditional one” (Burnsed, 2011). Another highly qualified individual, the director of communications at Syracuse University’ Burton Blair Instituted recently took an online program and stated “I have found the program, which is predominantly online, to be far more rewarding and fulfilling” (Burnsed, 2011). If employers are truly looking for the most qualified, best prepared students to join their teams, then they should consider online students. As studies show and experts testify, online students may be more knowledgeable then tradition students looking to enter the