A "Classical" real estate education is one that teaches an investor to have the ability to be completely self-sufficient in all aspects of real estate investment. From determining value to locating private money, from personally speaking with distressed homeowners to negotiating with short sale lenders, totally self-reliant.
This doesn't mean that you can't rely on other people or real estate technology to help you. But the main thrust here is that you will learn to accomplish every step on your own if need be.
If you're a newer investor that great because you have less bad habits that need to be realigned. WELCOME to your real estate investment future!