It seems like the school year just began, but the end of the semester is starting to creep up on us. During this time, students are beginning to decide what they want to do during their winter break. If you have no plans, or even if you do, consider taking an online course during your time off! Winter courses allow students to stay on track or get ahead by providing them with a flexible and beneficial learning experience while learning valuable skills such as time management and goal setting. These courses run from December 21 through January 12 can fulfill requirements for your major or allow you to maximize your time with an interesting course! Below are a few, but not all, of the courses you can take this winter!
Econ 102 & 103: Economics 102 and 103 are courses that many majors on campus require for graduation. ECON 102 (Microeconomics) offers an introduction to the functions of individualistic decision makers, both consumers and producers, within the larger economic systems. ECON 103 (Macroeconomics) provides students with a much broader overview of economics including an introduction to the theory of determination of total or aggregate income, employment, output, price levels, and the role of money in the economy. If you’re looking to get one of these courses out of the way, or simply want to take an interesting and useful general education class, consider taking one of these this winter break.
ASTR 100: If you were one of the many kids who dreamt of being an astronaut one day, then this course is for you! ASTR 100 introduces students to the basic topics of modern astronomy including the night sky, the solar system and its origin, the nature and evolution of stars, and even black holes. This course not only satisfies a gen ed requirement but also provides you with interesting and useful material that you can use to impress your friends for years to come.
BADM Courses: Illinois offers a number of Business Administration courses during the winter semester including BADM 310, 320, 380, and more! A number of majors require or recommend their students take a BADM course, and the winter session is a great way for students to use their free time over winter break to accomplish this. BADM courses are also highly beneficial for any major on campus and will provide interesting material for any student. Check out all of the BADM courses offered this winter break here.
GEOG 204: If you’re stuck at home this winter break, let GEOG 204 take you around the world! This course examines ten major regions of the world, allowing students to explore the significant urban patterns and processes, built and natural environments, and social, economic, and cultural landscapes of each. Don’t let your winter break go to waste! Register for GEOG 204 and explore the world.
The courses listed above are just a few of the many courses that we offer during winter break! Visit our website to view our course catalog, and to learn more about why you should choose Illinois Online this winter break. Whether you want to get ahead, stay on track, or simply take an interesting course, our winter session is perfect for you.