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In the 1940's Sir Isaac Pitman utilized the mail system using shorthand postcards to send coursework to students. Students were able to send their assignments through the mail, and receive feedback on their work.
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Once Sir Isaac laid the ground work for distant education, London University starts to offer distant learning degrees in 1858
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Education was evolving over the years, and colleges were looking for ways to education more people. In 1922 Pennsylvania State College broadcasted the the first classes over the radio.
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Technology continued to make gains with more watching television for entertainment. In 1934 The University of Iowa broadcasted classes on local television channels.
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In 1963 there are 20 television channels that are used available for university instruction.
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In 1986 Pennsylvania State College offers computer based course with audio. Adding audio to computer courses allows lessons to be more detailed and in-depth.
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The demand for online educations continues to increase. In 1994 CalCampus introduces a complete online curriculum for students.
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Universities are adding more online course, and are in need of a management system. In 1999 online education changes with host educations tools using Blackboard and eCollege systems.
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With the rise of online education, more colleges are offing online courses.By 2003 81% of colleges offer online classes for their students.
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Colleges are offering more online courses each year. By 2014 there are 98% of colleges and universities that offer complete online programs.
