Can a distance learning degree provide lively interaction with credible
scholars, access to extensive library and research materials, and the
opportunity to share with other students?  If not, in what way will real
learning occur?
-----Original Message-----
From: Laura Gittings <[log in to unmask]>
Newsgroups: bit.listserv.museum-l
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Date: Friday, March 26, 1999 11:24 AM
Subject: distance learning degrees


>I'm interested in what others have to say about distance learning master's
>programs.  I have just finished my BA in anthropology, have worked in a
>museum for the past four years and would like to get an MA in anthropology
>with an emphasis in museum studies.  I'm most interested in curatorial or
>registrar positions in a natural history/anthropology museum.  I'm toying
>with the idea of a distance learning program but several colleagues don't
>think it's a good idea.  Any comments you could share would be greatly
>appreciated.
>Thank you,
>Laura
>
>
>Laura Gittings-Carlson
>Museum of the Rockies
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