Asynchronous Learning: Benefits of UIC’s online MESA program
Why you should pursue your Measurement, Evaluation, Statistics, and Assessment (MESA) degree online Heading link
Online classes allow flexibility, convenience, and autonomy for both students and instructors. The Master of Education and Graduate Certificate in Measurement, Evaluation, Statistics, and Assessment are 100% asynchronous online programs that allow students from all over the world to achieve their career aspirations and earn their degree or certificate from the University of Illinois Chicago.
Meet MESA Professor, Dr. Yue Yin, whose passion for education is evident through her dedication to her students, online courses, and research. Dr. Yin provides a breakdown of the online benefits students will experience while pursuing one of MESA’s two programs as they connect with a world-class faculty, ambitious peers, and a supportive staff.
Learn from peers with diverse backgrounds.
Online courses attract students from all over the world with diverse backgrounds without geographical or time constraints. Our students come from all over the world with varying work and life experiences, but with the same passion for quantitative methods. Sharing these different cultural and professional perspectives adds to the quality of our class discussions and coursework while setting students up to succeed in whatever career path they choose. Although professional and family obligations may prevent some students from attending traditional classrooms, online courses bring together lifelong learners that are passionate about learning and growing.
Asynchronous online learning format allows students to learn at their own pace.
Students can replay lectures, finish assignments in multiple sittings, participate in online discussions anytime, tailor their learning experience to their own needs, and schedule zoom meetings with their instructors. Without the constraints of a three-hour weekly course schedule, instructors can delve deeper into topics and provide students with more comprehensive learning experiences. This flexibility also means that instructors can cover more material in the same amount of time, making online courses an efficient and effective way for students to learn.
Experience a dynamic, multi-faceted learning environment.
Students will develop a multifaceted understanding of measurement, evaluation, statistics, and assessment through a variety of online courses. In addition to taking classes, students will be encouraged to read textbooks and seek out articles and reports that apply statistical techniques in practice. This process will give students a deeper understanding of the topics. The online MESA program provides students with a conceptual understanding, mathematical foundation, software operation, and real-world application.
Feel the support of an online community.
Don’t hesitate to seek help when you need it. The MESA faculty and lab RA are here to answer your questions and provide guidance. Online courses also offer multiple ways for students to interact. Students can communicate with the instructors by email or post questions on the open discussion board at any time. One-on-one or group zoom meetings are also available when needed. Various communication channels ensure that students have ample opportunity to engage with the materials, get the support they need, and inspire each other.
MESA online graduates are in high demand. With this nationally-ranked graduate degree, students are ready to succeed in a variety of research settings and environments. Choose from two online programs, a Master of Education Degree or a Graduate Certificate, and begin your journey today. Talk to an enrollment specialist to learn more about these online programs.