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Walston's guide to earning religious degrees non-traditionally: Non-traditional education in America and abroad : an investigative report

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The issues surrounding non-traditional education can be very confusing. Many bold claims and outlandish self-promoting propositions blur the choices that exist among distance learning institutions. Dr. Walston's book discusses the differences between accreditation and credibility. He also presents a vast amount of important details comparing different religious schools. Some obviously deserve serious consideration by potential students "shopping" for a fine education. Others prove to be little more than a blemish on the academic landscape. This work offers clarity to the fog surrounding religious education. Randy Weiss, Ph.D.

I have the first edition of this publication and I was greatly impressed with its clarity and honesty. I called the author, Rick Walston, and he is as honest and forthright as his book. This publication is a must read for all persons seeking theological (accredited) training.

In our fast-paced age, many Christians are looking for new and creative ways to obtain a theological education. Unfortunately, however, there are all too many diploma mills, so-called institutions that are willing to sell a degree to unwary students. When this occurs, the results can be devastating. Schools claiming to be Christian violate the very principles upon which Christianity is founded. Unsuspecting students are robbed, both financially and morally. And somehow the whole purpose of theological education--to equip students with the intellectual and spiritual tools that foster Christian service--is neglected. But where can interested persons turn to determine the legitimacy of non-traditional religious institutions? The answer is simple: *Walston's Guide to Earning Religious Degrees Non-Traditionally.* The author, Dr. Rick Walston, does a masterful job sifting through and evaluating the claims of a large number of schools. Thorough, insightful, and sometimes shocking--*Walston's Guide* is an invaluable resource for understanding and appraising non-traditional education options.

Maybe you are searching for an alternative to traditional Christian studies. Perhaps you need some criteria for evaluating someone's educational background. Or you might simply desire a handy reference to separate the good educational claimants from those that are bad (and, sometimes, ugly). Whatever the specifics, *Walston's Guide* is *the* must-read non-traditional education manual.

Carmen C. DiCello Pastor/Student

This reference guide will keep the student from wasting money with "degree mills" (because they are identified as such in the book) and will allow students who need a non-traditional degree to acquire one from a quality school, hopefully, in their area. The book guides the student to schools that will assist the student who cannot go to a tradition classroom setting. Not only is the information verified for accuracy but it is updated on a regular basis. All of this makes the book a reference guide that any student will want to use to find value for their money in a non-traditonal education.