“Baby Boomer’s” retirement is here! With the Baby Boomer’s starting to retire, more and more of them are going back to school to receive undergraduate and graduate degrees. They comprise about 30% of the US population. In 2007, there were approximately 78 million baby boomers—people born between 1946 and 1964—in the United States. In accordance to new data collected from the U.S. Census Bureau- August of 2007.
A large percentage of these Baby Boomers are moving to rural areas for retirement and enlightenment. With extra time on their hand, they seem to be looking at education to broaden their minds with enlightenment.
Enlightenment and knowledge can often begin with Online Degree Programs in continued education. With 1000′s of online school directories to choose from, some set themselves apart from others. Enlightenment Media offers online degree programs for: Undergraduate Degrees; Associate Degrees and Bachelor Degrees, Graduate Degrees; Masters Degrees and Doctorate Degrees, along with various Certification Programs.
Online degree programs are excellent alternatives to physically attending classrooms. Whether you are looking to enjoy your retirement while earning a degree, or simply earn a degree in the rural retirement community of your choice. The enlightenment and knowledge sought after is at your finger tips, while remaining in the comfort of your own retirement home.
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US Census Press Releases, Facts for Features & Special Editions
It’s clear that many of the Baby Boomers in today’s world are working well beyond the average retirement age, and it seems that they are looking for a new way to spend their time. I would feel the same way after working 30-40 years at the same job.
I think it’s great that an older generation is living longer, and still able to work if they want to. Even if they’re going back to earn an online degree to work in golf maintenance, good for them!
I finished my BS degree on line about six years ago and plan on extending my education to my Master degree. On line of course. I will retire in four years and am content with the knowledge that I completed all my educational goals. On line education is the best thing that has happened since the invention of the internet. A Happy Baby Boomer.
Mike
Retirement home, funny! I wonder if they let people use the internet at those places. I’m still pretty young, so I have no idea, but there really should be computer and/or technology support implemented in retirement communities. If not for online learning, they could at very least be able to play some online solitaire, or better yet, Texas hold ‘em! Old guy, all in!!
VB
A very informative article, highlighting the the comparisons between synchronous and asynchronous distance learning and the advantages.
Hi,
There are tens of thousands of different online degree programs, professional certificates and vocational programs – including business administration, accounting & finance, health administration, criminal justice, psychology, English, computer information systems, etc. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks
Sofia.
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Remember that more organazations are requiring a degree.