There are many online learning benefits:

• More time. 
  Avoid traveling to a campus for classes, research and meetings.
• Real flexibility.
  Learn from your home or workplace, wherever you have an internet connection.
• A rich experience.
  Chat rooms, emails, streaming video and other technology deliver an experience that parallels traditional classroom instruction.
• Set your pace.
  Review material as many times as you like to make certain you understand the subject matter.
• Competitive prices.
  Tuition at online schools varies widely and can cost less than a traditional campus degree, even within the same school.
• Career advancement.
  Develop new job skills or train for a better job. They're the most common online learning benefits!
• Latest information.
  Online courses are often taught by real-world professionals so you can stay on top of your field.
• Networking.
  Interact with fellow online students and be a part of alumni associations.
  Personal enrichment.
  Take one course to see if a field is right for you or learn a new skill. 
• Real support.
  Online learning offers greater access to instructors; via email, special bulletin boards or live chat.