Straighterline as an Example of Innovative Approaches
Check out Straighterline, if you want to see an innovative approach to online learning. You may or may not like what you see, but I believe they offer a product that makes a lot of sense. The web site is www.straighterline.com. Essentially, Straighterline has a portfolio of nearly 40 online courses, mostly in general education or at an introductory level (principles of accounting, for example). Because Straighterline is not a degree granting institution, the notion of accreditation doesn’t apply directly. However, their courses are “evaluated and recommended by The American Council on Education's College Credit Recommendation Service (ACE CREDIT).” They have more than 20 partner institutions, many of which are in the for-profit sector, but certainly not all. In particular, Western Governor’s University is a partner, which is something that makes me sit up and take notice. According to Straighterline, many other institutions readily transfer their credits, because of the ACE...