Is Online Learning Harder or Easier?

Online courses can be a great educational opportunity for students who are unable to attend classes in person. But the question remains: are online classes easier than traditional classes? The answer is no. While online courses offer flexible hours and can be a great fit for those with excellent time management skills, they can be more difficult for those who prefer learning in a classroom setting. At UMass Global, we have been providing adult students with unique educational opportunities since 1958. We understand that many adults have busy schedules and may not be able to commit to a traditional degree program.

That's why the number of college students aged 25 and over has been steadily increasing since the 1970s. Online classes cover the same material as traditional classes, but they require more reading and communication. This can make them seem more difficult, but it's important to remember that they are no more challenging than in-person classes. To be successful in an online course, you need to be prepared for the differences and make sure you have the necessary hardware and software.

You will receive the same type of credit for an online degree program as you would for an in-person class. Some people think that there is less work involved in an online class, but this is not true. You will need to put in just as much effort as you would in a face-to-face class. Online learning can be more difficult for many reasons.

You may miss out on crucial parts of your learning, or you may not be able to access your education due to Internet issues. Despite this, many online courses have been adapted to require further synthesis and analysis from students, which is not something that can be found with a quick Google search.

Dr. Julian Mercer
Dr. Julian Mercer

Archetype:The International Baccalaureate Learning ArchitectAn educator who understands the IB not simply as a curriculum, but as a philosophy of learning. Dr. Mercer blends classroom experience, global education insight, and practical tutoring expertise.Background:Dr. Julian Mercer is a former IB Diploma Programme Coordinator and Theory of Knowledge (TOK) teacher with 18 years of experience in international schools across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. He later transitioned into academic mentoring and tutor training, specialising in:• IB subject-specific tutoring (Maths AA/AI, Sciences, Humanities)• academic coaching for the IB’s unique demands: EE, IA, CAS• university admissions perspectives for IB students (UK, US, EU)• tutoring pedagogy + structuring high-impact sessions• starting and scaling online tutoring businesses• global tutoring platforms, marketing, and income strategies• parent decision-making: when to hire a tutor, how to evaluate qualityDr. Mercer writes with a voice that is measured, internationally informed, empathic, and deeply strategic, ideal for guiding families, tutors, and students navigating the IB ecosystem.Tone Signature:Worldly, reflective, structured, supportive, academically authoritative.

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