By Jordan Friedman, US News
Some online programs use projects to give students constant feedback and help them master specific skills. For online students looking to develop a specific set of skills, or competencies, project-based learning might be the way to go. Some online programs and classes offered through colleges and universities, as well as companies like Udacity, allow students to demonstrate their knowledge of a subject through the creation of large products instead of taking exams in some cases. Programs and courses vary on how and to what extent they incorporate project-based learning and assessment into curriculums, experts say. But often, this form of education involves constant feedback from an instructor and may allow for multiple attempts if a student initially falls short of meeting certain criteria.
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