A different note on online (higher) education at Using latest technology to train rabbis - Israel Jewish Scene, Ynetnews
I'm not certain that the "written and oral tests" are online, but of course they could be; the oral would presumably be handled via videoconference.
Employing the use of cutting edge video conferencing, online forums, and a private discussion board, onlinesmicha.com in the past two years has ordained doctors, lawyers, chaplains, and other working professionals....
To receive smicha, students must pass written and oral tests covering the laws of Shabbat and Isur V'Heter in-depth, and must participate in a final test administered in person.
The rigorous, yet flexible program offers students of varying backgrounds with a Standard track and an Accelerated track both covering the laws of Basar B’Chalav (Meat with Dairy), Ta’aruvos (Mixtures), Melicha (Salting), Shabbat, and more.
I'm not certain that the "written and oral tests" are online, but of course they could be; the oral would presumably be handled via videoconference.
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