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Online Learner Profiles: Alex C.

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Guide to Online Education > Online Education In-Depth > Meet Real Online Students > Alex C., Associate of Arts in Business Administration

Up until January 2008, Alex had been enrolled in one class at a time. Now he is doubling his workload, taking two courses per semester until he graduates in June 2008. By pacing himself he can stay on top of everything and enjoy himself, too.

"I can spend time with friends and family and manage to get my school work done in a timely manner," he says.

He also gives high marks to AIU Online's online learning environment.

"What I really like about the overall online experience is the easy web classroom interface. The design and links are simple, easy to manage and view," he says.

"I can click a button to e-mail anyone in the virtual campus if I have any kind of issue. I can always check my grades, post to discussions, and submit assignments."

Based on his experience so far, Alex feels the only drawback to online education is the lack of face time with professors and fellow students. But that doesn't bother him much.

Having had to overcome obstacles to get where he is today, Alex displays a matter-of-fact attitude: "I just want to do well and graduate."

While at one time he was concerned that he would not be able to finish his associate's degree, inside he believed he just needed to find the right place at the right time.

It turns out that time is now and the place is online. He describes himself as "very happy, very grateful to be able to do this at this time."

"I have learned a lot from this experience and would encourage anyone to chase their dreams. I've learned nothing is easy," he says. "If you want to do something, you have to make that additional effort to get yourself there."

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