You can get a Bachelor's degree online.
You can get a Master's degree online.
Both require a considerable amount of knowledge transfer and demonstration.
You demonstrate the acquistion of knowledge by passing a test.
You demonstrate retention of knowledge by either passing a test or giving a demonstration of that knowlege at a later date.
Computer based training is here. The SCUBA industry was just a little slower to get into it.
You can teach book knowledge online. You teach physical skills in the water.
If there is a problem with online training.... why is scubaboard or diver link, or Rodales board so popular.
What is the difference....
I'll even answer my own question. I will put more stock in information that comes from a recognized source than I will faceless words on a screen that I have to work to verify rather than take as the truth.
TwoBit
You can get a Master's degree online.
Both require a considerable amount of knowledge transfer and demonstration.
You demonstrate the acquistion of knowledge by passing a test.
You demonstrate retention of knowledge by either passing a test or giving a demonstration of that knowlege at a later date.
Computer based training is here. The SCUBA industry was just a little slower to get into it.
You can teach book knowledge online. You teach physical skills in the water.
If there is a problem with online training.... why is scubaboard or diver link, or Rodales board so popular.
What is the difference....
I'll even answer my own question. I will put more stock in information that comes from a recognized source than I will faceless words on a screen that I have to work to verify rather than take as the truth.
TwoBit