In addition to developing and maintaining these intercontinental relationships, communication technologies allow an individual to further their academic career. As technology progresses, more students are deciding to take classes or entire degree programs online. Taking classes or receiving a degree online has allowed students to create their own schedules or work around an existing one. This has opened the door to further education for individuals who work full time or those who care for their children during the day, and especially for those individuals who are attempting to balance work, family, and their education. The previous illustration demonstrates how computer-mediated communication has evolved over the past decade. As a direct result of computer-mediated communications’ success, globalization has developed a broader meaning and usage.