Practically every day there are new viral videos making people smile, laugh, gasp, groan, and squeal. Whether it’s a baby tearing paper, a cat that barks or some stupid stunt gone wrong, there is always something silly or shocking to catch the fleeting attention of thousands, or even millions of viewers. And, really, who couldn’t use a little pick me up video now and then?

Video sharing sites are for more than just fun. There are many uses for a video sharing account.

Old school home videos — many people set up an account to share videos of family events, special occasions, and vacations.

Professional or personal video blogging — instead of just ranting to friends or typing out long blog entries, many people have taken to YouTube to for vlogging. Check out Daniel Drimmer videos , celebrity accounts, and popular authors who share regular video entries with the world.

How to videos — pretty self-explanatory. These videos show you how to do everything from baking a pie to folding origami to completing home repairs.

Educational videos — some educators have put together videos teaching basic and even advanced lessons in various school subjects. There are even college lectures and continuing education videos available for life long learning.

Business videos — many companies and consultants are making use of video to share things like real estate presentations , product demonstrations, and online portfolios.

The next time you’re on YouTube, Vimeo or other video sharing site, take a few minutes to look at other categories and maybe you’ll learn a thing or two.

Education is undergoing a revolution due to the rapid advances of the digital age. Computers and the internet have made it possible for schools to take remote learning to new heights. Instead of merely viewing televised courses that are supplemented by regular classes, exams and interactions with professors, students can now earn credits without ever leaving their home — doing everything from reading to submitting papers to consulting with instructors via their computer or laptop.

Colleges and universities are not the only institutions that are jumping on the online learning bandwagon. A wide variety of training is now available online for individuals in various professions. These range from informational webinars or online lectures to full courses for professional certification and licensing. For example, there are numerous Online loan officer training programs that prepare individuals to obtain their mortgage broker license and other online programs let financial analysts study for investment manager examinations.

The appeal of online courses is two-sided. Students are attracted by the flexible schedules and the ability to absorb the material at their own pace. Institutions are able to significantly reduce the cost of maintaining classrooms, offices, and the support staff associated with traditional learning. It is something of a no brainer to understand why more and more institutions are developing online learning programs.