Author Archives: David Handlos

About David Handlos

In addition to pursuing and writing about higher education, David Handlos works as a Lead Software Performance Engineer at Fiserv. He has also worked for Kansas State University as the webmaster, managing both the College of Engineering and Engineering Extension web sites. Handlos holds a Bachelors of Science in Computer Engineering from Kansas State University and a Masters in Information Systems which he earned online from Dakota State University.

Online Degree, Meet Life: When Dropping A Class Helps Your Plan of Study

Posted on April 10, 2012 by David Handlos

An online degree in 18 months is an appealing pitch for working adults, but not a good idea. Dropping a class and having a plan of study is key, writes Handlos. Continue reading →

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Learning on the Go: Five Study Tips for Traveling

Posted on December 26, 2011 by David Handlos

I used to love road trips, and  always enjoyed the chance to break up my usual routine. Then I started online learning. Quickly, I found out that breaking up my routine, or sloppy learning on the go, could wreck my studies … Continue reading →

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Online Learning Tips: 5 Rules for Online Group Work

Posted on December 2, 2011 by David Handlos

Editor’s Note: Online classes often require group projects to complete mid-terms or weekly assignments. Online group learning can make adult students feel uneasy – especially if it means being judged or graded on group projects. Our student issues blogger, David … Continue reading →

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7 Factors for Choosing the Best Online PhD

Posted on August 25, 2011 by David Handlos

Guest blogger, David Handlos, outlines 7 factors for selecting the best online PhD among over 100 online doctorate programs considering accreditation, cost, location, and online degree requirements. Continue reading →

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