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Distance learning, online education, cyberschool—what do these terms mean? Some common words and phrases related to education, defined.

An educational course is defined in four ways by the nonprofit Sloan Consortium (Sloan-C):

If you’re thinking about enrolling in a distance education program, here are eight important questions to ask:

1. How technologically savvy do I need to be to take electronically delivered courses?

Some computer literacy is necessary. Usually, a cyberschool will give you a list of the technologies that must be accessible to you when you apply for admission. Just in case a list isn’t offered, ask about hardware, software, computer, and peripherals requirements. Also, broadband access is usually preferred.