Self-education.

[chengyinoing]

You can learn a lot on the Internet, but I think education has its limits. We can't rely on our own knowledge experts.

[Chederella26]

Yes, there are so many resources where you can gain knowledge and learn something nowadays.But if you want to learn something that needed someone to guide you for example you what to learn how to drive or how to operate a machine you need someone who have more experience in that specific field. But if you want to.learn how to program or know something that does not need someone to guide you can just browse the internet, read books and articles and watch videos from youtube, and then can gain information you needed.

[nodelover]

It depends on you on how you understand one thing without the help of others, but it is possible because sometimes in my own situation i learned with my self but you have to be more on research.

[putotoy01]

Is it possible to become a specialist studying by yourself?

self-education is a form of mastery of a special ability or a talent 

[Ampong2121]

Is it possible to become a specialist studying by yourself?

Nothing is impossible when you work hard for it. Self education is much better, because you can focus on what your specialty. You can use internet to study,you can use books and other source of study.

[Goaide619]

Is it possible to become a specialist studying by yourself?

Yes it's possible now a days you can study thru Youtube, forum groups, and online tutor. There are no impossible to a person who is really want to learn on something. Everything you need today is accessible thru online the only thing you need is perseverance. I learn the trading on stock market only thru online no actual training or formal education.

[kingzpro]

Absolutely, education is a key element for every field of life, especially reading books and papers can help you learn alot and you can become expert.

[Mattenic]

Its better to study on your own  as i experience. You may concentrate  it and focus by your own study hard.

[ico41]

Since the OP mentioned the word "Specialist", this implies a skill.  And while it is absolutely possible, and perhaps the best time ever to obtain skills be self-study, I believe that the road to success is twofold:

1. Learn.
2. Do.

By the second, I can only provide examples.  One example, for instance, and one that is both lucrative and topical, would be programming, or software development.  There are many, many places to obtain free education for programming or software development, but the next step (the "Do" part) would be then build something for someone.

if you are lucky enough, or perhaps you are a good salesperson, you might be able to get compensated for your effort in building this product.  But if you are not a great salesperson, or if you are not lucky enough for someone to subsidize you, then you must simply give away what you build. 

This could look like this:

1. Decide what skill you wish to obtain - let's say Ruby on Rails.  That's a good skill, as it's a great framework for enterprise applications.  Especially web-based apps. 

2. Now that you have decided that you want this skill, design an application for a specific vertical market - preferably for a market who can't afford to pay to have someone build them an application (or else they would have already). An example is your local Parent-Teacher Association (PTA.)  In my experience those organizations are not out there buying software, because they can't afford it.  A good example of little app like this would be one where the teacher's can enter their expenses online for school supplies that are donated by the PTA.  And the PTA can log in and look at the uploaded receipts, etc. and reimburse the teachers.  Whatever...

Once you have decided who will be the benefit of your app, go and ask them if they would like you to build it on a volunteer basis.  They will most likely be thrilled. 

Now you can start your path of study.  And you can complete your app in the process.  Guess what?  You just learned something, you just create a resume line item, you just got your first customer (if you decide to just consult) and maybe you even created an app that can be used by others that you can actually sell someday - maybe even on a subscription basis.

That's the formula to make the most of your education, in my humble opinion.

[lukasccbrauer]

Is it possible to become a specialist studying by yourself?

You can do it, you need to spend more time for reseach. good luck bro.

[patarfweefwee]

Is it possible to become a specialist studying by yourself?

It's very much possible to be a specialist alone. I mean how did the first specialist in that field came to be right? But i guess a specialist would still be under a more broader and general knowledge. From there you will pursue a more specific, even creating your own speciality. If you'll be starting from a novice, it could still happen that you could be a specialist, but note that it would be hard as heck. You won't have access to research and you'll have to create data by yourself and only yourself to hold corrections to

[swordling143]

Is it possible to become a specialist studying by yourself?

I believe that it is possible to educate one's self given the fact that the person is really hardworking and eager to learn. With hard work and perseverance nothing cannot be achieved. Still, it is good to also share the knowledge that is being learned with someone to have different opinions with the matter and to open more views.

[msuheb]

I have attained all the education until 22 from institutions, So I was not a firm believer of this point until last year. I have met a lad who is too good with computer languages. Many of the students from highly reputed institutions are not of his level. Since, then I know that to learn you only need to be enthusiastic.

[sarjilcse]

Is it possible to become a specialist studying by yourself?

Yes, very possible thing specially fro this era ! in this era people getting communicate with whole world with a devices. people can learn anything from internet ! it is very easier thing right now.

[Clement Kaliyar]

It is defenitly possible to learn everything by yourself ,earlier it was not that easy as you need to have a member in a library to have the vast knowledge but now the internet era has changed everything as you could learn about anything with just one click,if you have the passion and desire to learn,you can learn a lot of useful things online.

[Bugcoin5]

Education is not filling of a fail ,but the lighting of fire.Learn everything you can,anytime you can, from anyone you can there will always come  a time when you will be grateful you did..

[dotz5]

Internet has made learning accessible and easier. However, it takes a lot of passion and self discipline to prevent giving up on the learning process. To be a specialist is a tough journey but it gives a guide of your understanding in your expertise.

[Vod]

Is it possible to become a specialist studying by yourself?

Masturbation must count?

[namaldisa]

People who are self-educated have acquired knowledge or a skill by themselves, rather than being taught it by someone else such as a teacher at school.

[RAAAMA]

With the internet, youtube, pdfs, software etc. i think it is possible but will depend on the subject matter and your access to equipment/resources, and your dedication and ability. I assume by yourself means you can interact with others online still.

I do agree with your, with all the resources now readily available, yes you can educate yourself, but not exactly at par if an expert taught your. Well you can be much better as well in some cases. But it is possible now. They only problem is you cant provide a certificate for yourself. That's the sad part.