The University of Phoenix, set up in 1989 to teach adults through a combination of old-fashioned distance learning and evening classes, is incorporating more and more e-learning into its courses, which are mostly taken by people with full-time jobs.

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Mannaz uses virtual coaching and e-learning modules as a component of their courses, minimizing the need for travel.

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Haggis was spending much of his time and money taking advanced courses and being audited, which involved the use of an electropsychometer, or E-Meter.

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At the Centres, youths can study e-learning modules including the Microsoft Digital Literary Curriculum , as well as take accredited courses in both business and entrepreneurial and technical skills.

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This includes organizations using e-commerce, transaction based processing on the internet, and even online education, where the ability to deliver courses online is critical.

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