Did you know that an online course is not the same as a distance degree? There is a difference in the delivery methods used for both types of courses. While an online degree is delivered only through the Internet, a distance degree also uses mail, CDs, videotapes, audio cassettes, radio programs and satellite teleconferences in certain areas. Get Educated reports:

Many large public university systems deliver distance degrees through satellite teleconferencing. These systems require students to attend weekly lectures – lectures that are commonly delivered only to specially equipped reception sites located within state boundaries.