Event1989
University of Phoenix first online classes
University of Phoenix began offering fully online courses using early dial-up and computer-conferencing tools, becoming one of the first large institutions to treat online delivery as a scalable option.
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Founded in 1976 to cater to adult learners, it gained prominence for its online programs, which began in 1989 .
1989 The University is an early adopter of online education and begins with a pilot of an online class.
Phoenix started online classes in 1989 , long before most other universities were doing it.
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