Education is switching to an online environment. No, I don’t think were going to do away with classrooms anytime soon. Still there is a significant shift occurring. Particularly for second and third degrees people are taking online classes in order to be able to get into the work force sooner than they would be able to offer singing masters degree or doctorate in the traditional route. This translates into greater earning potential and less opportunity risk. Online masters degrees are one of the most popular distance education programs available. Many people who need to go back to school to keep their skills up to date use this option while continuing to work there full time job.