The Benefits of Online Higher Education: Adapting to a New Reality

During the last years, we have been participants in a series of transformations at a global level, the covid-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the world, from which the need to adapt to these changes in different areas of our lives developed. , within which education was no exception.

In this sense, one of the main challenges unleashed by the pandemic was the face-to-face closure of the facilities of different universities, institutes and colleges, transferring teaching to an online modality, for which most institutions were not prepared, seeking thus guarantee the well-being of students and staff.

However, despite the challenges that this world event left behind, higher education managed to overcome the various difficulties and recovered effectively, adapting to a new reality, which undoubtedly focuses on improving the quality of education. virtual and offer a greater variety of options and flexibility to students.

In the case of Colombia, an increase in the demand for online higher education programs was identified. According to a report by the Colombian Association of Universities (ASCUN), enrollment in online higher education programs increased by 22% during the year 2020, in which programs covering a wide variety of study areas were developed, from business and technology to social sciences and humanities.

Such is the importance of the phenomenon, that currently online higher education has become an increasingly popular alternative for students, because with constantly evolving technology and connectivity, online education has proven to be a viable and affordable option. effective for those seeking to obtain a university degree.

Likewise, according to a study by the consulting firm McKinsey & Company, online education programs can be up to 50% cheaper than face-to-face programs, since, among other things, it eliminates certain costs such as those associated with transportation, in addition to the fact that It allows you to combine paid work with study, which positions it as a viable, affordable and highly convenient option for the population that wants to expand their knowledge and skills in a flexible and efficient way.

In addition, online education provides another important advantage, since it is not necessary to travel, it overcomes the access barrier that has been a limitation for an important sector of the population. The ideal is to reach places where there are no face-to-face training options and offer the opportunity to access online education programs, allowing students from rural and low-income areas to join a quality education and train professionally, and thus being able to increase their possibilities of social escalation and improvement of the quality of life.

Given these statements, the following question arises: what are the benefits of online higher education? Currently, there is a vast diversity of educational programs online, which increases the opportunities for insertion in the workplace. On the other hand, one of the main benefits of this modality, which places it in an advantageous position compared to traditional teaching, lies in the personalization of learning, this allows students to progress at their own pace, with a wide range of resources that facilitate an adaptive learning process. In other words, it offers the possibility of selecting the material that best suits each learning style.

Along these same lines, it should be mentioned that online education has been an inclusive option for society, since students with disabilities or physical limitations can access the programs without physical or mobility barriers being a limitation.

And finally, another benefit of online higher education is that it allows students to effectively work while studying. In most cases, students must assume responsibilities that they pay through different jobs, and also finance their own studies. That is why online education allows them to balance their responsibilities and academic work.

In this context, ISEP University offers a wide range of possibilities, tools and appropriate technology for students who want to obtain a university or specialization degree, and at the same time develop and implement academic skills while raising their educational level, improving their experience and, therefore, allows them to improve their opportunities for insertion or scaling in the world of work.

Our commitment aims to reach students from all corners of the country, through a teaching platform that is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, without any limitation.

It is important to highlight that, at ISEP University we have a wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate academic programs, taught by specialized teachers with extensive practical experience, as well as material and tools that will enrich and facilitate the learning process.

Likewise, we have established links with different universities in the country through agreements, such as the Konrad Lorenz University Foundation, and the Catholic University of Colombia, among others, which will enrich the educational process of our student community.

In addition, we have an administrative headquarters located in Bogotá, which will allow us to be closer to our student community and reinforce our Latin American presence, particularly in Colombia.

ISEP University has been able to respond and adapt to the needs of a constantly changing and evolving society. Online higher education has become a fundamental tool for the personal and professional development and growth of thousands of students. In this sense, Universidad ISEP is committed to continue working to offer a quality, accessible and flexible education that allows the Colombian population to achieve their goals and objectives.

We firmly believe in the transformative power of education and its ability to change lives. For this reason, we strive every day to provide the best learning and training opportunities to our student community. At ISEP University, we are convinced that education is the engine that drives the progress and development of society, and we are proud to be part of this important process.

Chancellor of the ISEP LATAM University
@UniversidadISEP