The Bureau of Labor Statistics projected in 2004 that registered nurses ranked first on the list of 10 occupations with the largest projected job growth between the years 2002-2012.

About Online Learning

UVM is dedicated to exploring online learning options for the benefit of long-distance learners, and also to continue to explore new technological advances. Many courses in the Department of Nursing are delivered partially online, using Blackboard. This page should answer some of your questions about online learning, give you information about how to access your online course and identify what to do when you have questions/issues with your online classroom.

What's It All About?

Online learning is new to many of us. How does it compare to traditional, face to face learning experiences? Is it the right choice for you? Explore the following areas:

• What Every Student Should Know About Online Learning from the Illinois Online Network (links to external website)
• "Distance Education" - an article on online learning from a student's perspective. Source: WebCT.com Library (links to external website)
• "Are distance-learning courses for me?" - a self-assessment quiz. Source: College of DuPage (links to an external website)

Your Computer and Accessing Online Courses at UVM

Online Courses are delivered via Blackboard. To learn more about accessing your online classes via Blackboard visit Getting Started with Blackboard.