University of Maryland-University College 4

I have taken classes at UMUC since the Spring 2008 semester (including the summer semester) and have found the class materials to be up to date. The professors I have had, with one exception, were efficient in their feedback and grading.

I have only taken online courses. The online classes are not for the faint of heart. In a face to face class you could "zone out" and still get points for just being in the room. In the online classes I have been apart of the professors were involved in the discussion. In fact, one professor demanded that no one person repeat information in the weekly conferences-- if you did, you didn't get points.

If you take an online course, be prepared to write essays- short and long. As in any course, you get out of it what you put in to it. The professors at UMUC aren't going to hold you hand and spoon feed you this information-- you the individual are just as responsible for your education.

However, the administration part is lacking-- especially in the advising area. Again though, you as the student should always be aware of your degree requirements and what courses you need to take. When I attended a face to face traditional University I NEVER assumed my advisor would just tell me what course to take and I don't expect it here at UMUC.

Ultimately, you the student, are responsible for your education-- know what is going on with you degree needs, financial needs, and don't wait until the last minute to try and get something done.