A program for students to complete an advanced degree through distance learning is being offered now at Mississippi State.
The distance-learning program provides access to services and resources of MSU to those students who do not have immediate access to campus.
The instructional delivery method permits students to attend class and obtain an advanced degree from anywhere in the state.
“The program is beneficial because students from around the state don’t have to drive to MSU in order to take courses. It allows some people to continue to work while furthering their career by being able to study for a graduate degree through distance learning,” said Mary Wolfe, coordinator of Continuing Programs.
A degree, which requires over 30 hours of coursework, also offers the option of obtaining an emphasis in leadership, research or teaching. An educational specialist degree also may be completed.
In partnership with Mississippi State University’s Extension Services and the Division of Continuing Education, the Master of Agricultural Education and Extension provides courses for non-traditional distance learners at extension sites.
Courses are offered throughout the state of Mississippi via the Mississippi Interactive Video Network (MIVN). Instructors communicate with students throughout the state through interactive video.
The master’s degree curriculum prepares students for careers in agricultural education, extension programs, agricultural communication and related fields.
“Since Mississippi State is a land-grant institution, such a degree program goes to the heart of the university’s mission as the people’s university,” Wolfe added.
MSU provides over 24 distance education programs. Distance education opportunities include several undergraduate, certificate, master’s and doctorate degree programs. Some programs can be completed at a distance while others may require the students to spend time on the campus, generally during the summer months.
All distance education programs meet all the requirements of the appropriate accrediting agencies.
According to Susan Seal, distance learning coordinator, MSU has offered interactive video classes since the mid-‘8 with plans to extend these programs to Auburn and other local colleges and sites with the Department of Continuing Education.
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