As the industry of online degree programs continues to evolve, experts are finding ways to best guide students towards the coursework that may best suit their lifestyle. A professor from an accredited online university based in Minnesota has taken his dedication a step further by publishing a book to aid students in their online degree choices.

The professor, who is a faculty member of the school's undergraduate psychology program, addresses the issue of differentiating which programs may be successful and which could pose unnecessary challenges to non-traditional students.

In addition to psychology, the accredited institution where the esteemed professor works offers other bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, including those in business and nursing. The published book aims to guide students who are utilizing college programs online to better their current occupation or who wish to change careers.

Alongside advising students, the publication addresses online college staff members on how to connect with their students while teaching coursework using the internet. By utilizing her knowledge as a faculty member of an online school, the professor says she can help colleagues best educate their students.