The University of Kansas want to expand its online university degree offerings, but not before the institution does a thorough analysis of its distance learning program to gauge the value it is providing to students. The program has been in place for several years now, allowing students to receive credits using the same materials and instruction offered in the classroom.

The courses cost the same as traditional classes, plus an added fee that is used to fund the program. Some school officials believe that the program is in need of reorganization and expansion, so the college has organized a task force to come up with recommendations to improve it. One aspect that has worked well is the monetary stipend and instruction design support that the school gives to professors who contribute to the online programs. This has helped the college to expand its distance learning options and creates greater participation by the faculty.

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