U Wisconsin Pilots Online Flex Option, 100 Students Could Earn Free Credits

Campus Technology: The University of Wisconsin System is experimenting with a new "flex" program that allows non-traditional students to obtain course credits through massive open online courses (MOOCs), online classes, and assessment. The first 100 students to participate in a pilot program may receive those credits free. A major component of the initiative is to encourage progress toward a degree based on assessments of competency in a subject area, not seat time in a classroom. That competency could come from work experience, free online courses, and other experiences.

Read article

i360Gov Newsletters

The most significant government policy, business, and technology news and analysis delivered to your inbox.

Subscribe Now