Online Learning

Online Learning 101: What to Expect from an Online University

Curious about earning your degree online? Discover what to expect from an online university, including course formats, tech tools, student support, and how schools like APU Global provide a flexible, faith-based learning experience for adult learners.

APU Global · 6 min

What Makes APU Global a Top Fully Online College for Adult Learners

Learn why APU Global is a top fully online college for adult learners. Learn how its flexible 8-week terms, career-focused programs, and Christ-centered education make it ideal for working adults, parents, and career changers seeking a purpose-driven degree.

APU Global · 6 min

Why Online Colleges with 8-Week Courses Are Perfect for Busy Adults

Discover how online colleges with 8-week courses empower busy adults to earn a degree faster while balancing work, family, and life. Learn the benefits of flexible, accelerated learning at schools like APU Global.

APU Global · 6 min

The 5 Best Online Degree Programs: Earn a Degree on Your Schedule

Explore the best online degree programs for busy adults. APU Global offers flexible, faith-based, accredited degree options in business, psychology, healthcare, and more, 100% online with multiple start dates.

APU Global · 7 min

Why APU Global Is One of the Best Online Colleges for Working Adults

Discover why APU Global is one of the best online colleges for working adults. Explore flexible, affordable degree programs designed for busy professionals, offering 100% online learning, transfer credit options, and faith-based support.

APU Global · 7 min

Exploring the Future of AI in Education: Webinars Featuring Drs. George Hanshaw and Joanna Vance

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape various sectors, higher education is no exception. Two of APU Global’s (APU Global’s) distinguished faculty members, Dr. George Hanshaw and Dr. Joanna Vance, will present at The Teaching Professor Conference on AI in Education from December 3-4. This exclusive webinar will explore how AI is transforming the educational landscape.Hanshaw and Vance are not only leading experts in the field but also passionate advocates for the resp

APU Global · 6 min

Advancing Your Career with a Master’s in Instructional Design and Technology

Whether you are looking to pursue a career in instructional design or want to advance in your current ID career, earning a Master’s degree is a great way to advance your skills and make yourself more competitive in the job market. A Master’s degree in Instructional Design and Technology can significantly boost your career prospects. Many programs do not even require you to have specific experience or educational focus to begin the program, with any Bachelor’s degree offering a starting point.How

APU Global · 4 min

What Are Educational Technology and Instructional Design?

Educational TechnologyEducational technology, often abbreviated as EdTech, refers to the use of technology to improve teaching and learning. It encompasses a wide range of tools, applications, and resources that can be used in educational settings, from traditional classrooms to online learning environments. While the concept of Educational Technology and Instructional Technology has been around since the mid-1990s, EdTech took a giant leap forward during the COVID-19 pandemic. Instructors quick

APU Global · 4 min

Tech in Health Sciences Education: AI, Simulators, and More

Technology stands as a catalyst for transformation, reshaping the way students learn and prepare for careers in healthcare. According to a recent statistic from the National Library of Medicine, the healthcare market for AI is increasing at a rate of 40% and is expected to reach $6.6 billion by 2021 (Frost & Sullivan, 2016). The impact of technology in this field is profound, with innovations such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), virtual simulations, online learning platforms, telehealth educati

APU Global · 6 min

Benefits of Online Education: The Pros of Virtual Learning

Discover the advantages of online learning, how it can revolutionize your education, and why APU Global is a great choice when selecting an online

APU Global · 3 min

APU Global announces the publishing of new book: Faith, Life, and Learning Online

Faith, Life, and Learning Online is an invitation for faith-based institutions to take bold steps toward integrating a holistic mission of spiritual formation into the online learning environment. For Christian higher education, faith integration is a matter of mission, not modality. Regardless of whether learning happens in the traditional classroom, through hybrid models, or exclusively online, Christian universities have a missional mandate to continue their long legacy of forming students of

APU Global · 3 min

APU Global Wins First Place in Adobe eLearning Showcase Challenge

Callista Dawson, Senior Instructional Media Designer at APU Global, took first place in the third edition of the Adobe eLearning Challenge. The competitive challenge from Adobe is open to international competition, making the recognition even more significant.Callista submitted her piece titled “What is your privilege.” The piece is used both in professional development and academic courses at APU Global.The victory represents a professional recognition of the creativity and learn

APU Global · 3 min

Mobile University Initiative Featured in Higher Ed Podcast

The Changing Higher Ed® Podcast recently featured Dr. Frank Rojas, executive vice president and chief operating officer at APU Global. The discussion focused on APU Global’s mobile university initiative to make online higher education even more convenient and accessible – specifically, via its recently released myAPU Global app.The notion of being able to complete a college degree almost entirely via mobile device remains a novel concept in higher education. Yet, APU Global believes the time h

APU Global · 3 min

APU Global wins 2020 Omni Awards for Instructional Media Design

APU Global wins 2020 Omni Awards for Instructional Media DesignAPU Global has been named a winner of two Omni Awards for excellence in media design. The Omni Awards exist to recognize outstanding achievements in film/video, web and mobile media. APU Global achieved Silver and Bronze awards among entries in the Educational category.“Our mission as an institution includes promoting student success by designing courses that are as engaging as they are instru

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APU Global Announces Support for Stranded Argosy Students

APU Global Announces Support for Stranded Argosy StudentsAPU Global announced today that it has approved a measure to make it easier for Argosy University students to transfer credits and complete their degrees.The closure of Argosy University campuses across the country has left thousands of students scrambling for options. In the final days of campuses being open, hallways were packed with long lines of students waiting to retrieve official transc

APU Global · 3 min

Research: Single Mothers and College

Research Study Shows Single Mothers with College Degrees Much Less Likely to Live in PovertyA study released last month by the Institute for Women’s Policy Research found that earning a degree can be especially life-changing for women raising children on their own. The study compared the rates at which single mothers with varying education levels live in poverty.The overwhelming conclusion is that a college degree is one of the most effective pathways out of poverty. Single mothers with a bachel

APU Global · 3 min

APU Global Announces Commitment to Expansion of Transfer Pathway for California Community College Students

APU Global Announces Commitment to Expansion of Transfer Pathway for California Community College StudentsAPU Global is proud to announce its commitment and support of a transfer pathway between the Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities (AICCU) and the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office.The pathway is designed for college students graduating with an Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) or an Associate in Sci

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