Given the increasing popularity and contradictory evidence associated with online learning, it is critical to understand who is likely to be successful in online courses and the underlying mechanisms that may …

Aug 30, 2025 · Understanding the economics behind distance and online learning isn’t just about comparing price tags – it’s about recognizing the complex web of costs, benefits, and strategic …

Online learning technologies are regarded by most observers as the best hope for cost- reduced labor costs through larger class size and less face-to-face interaction (Bowen 2012). Much research on the …

In this report, we describe the methods and findings from the cost and cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA) based on the ASSISTments study in North Carolina. During this study, the research team …

The cost structure of online education, which is associated with economies of scale, suggests that the financial advantage of online education occurs when colleges offer online courses at larger …

Jan 11, 2012 · By significantly reducing the cost of school operations, a virtual school can potentially save more: some $3,600 per student, a third of the total cost of a traditional school. Bear in mind, …

Affordability of online learning is perceived when ROI exceeds costs, but future perceptions remain uncertain. Online courses in public universities cost between $490 to $553 per undergraduate credit …

May 21, 2025 · Cost-analysis of online education shows that the decreased overhead makes online learning a more cost-effective choice for a quality education.

Sep 10, 2019 · Together, findings suggest that online and face-to-face students may differ overall in academic outcomes but not in their motivation or differentially based on student characteristics.

Mar 17, 2025 · In the wake of the COVID-pandemic, and from the perspective of analytical philosophy of education, this paper investigates into, and discusses, costs and benefits to online teaching in higher …