In a New York Times article, contributor Roxana Popescu writes, online study requires students to be able to work independently, one of the traits required by senior management. According to the BLS, the change in regulations also allows working students to use educational expenses as a tax deduction. In a Fortune magazine article, business management consultant Tony Hodson notes, online classes offer a better learning experience for students. Online students don't have to compete with others for the professor's attention. Instead, students can post questions online when needed without worrying about interrupting the flow of the lesson, which is difficult in a classroom setting. These factors make online learning attractive