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Is online distance education right for me?

Distance Learning Self-Evaluation

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Is distance learning right for you? Does it suit your style of learning? Will you be satisfied taking courses in an online environment? Our distance learning self-evaluation can help you decide.

To take the Distance Learning Self-Evaluation, choose the number from the list below that best describes your response to each statement, then click the Get Results button to see an assessment of your distance learning readiness.

1=Strongly disagree
2=Disagree
3=Neither
4=Agree
5=Strongly agree

Personal lifestyle 1 2 3 4 5
I am able to devote 7 to 10 hours per week, per course, to distance learning.
My schedule is predictable enough to plan ahead for study and coursework.
I have the time management skills to balance the demands of school and a job.
Face to face interaction is not important to me.
Study skills 1 2 3 4 5
I have good study strategies.
I am usually accurate in assessing my own learning needs and I know if I understand new material.
I am an organized, motivated, and self-disciplined learner.
I am willing to take responsibility for getting whatever help I need for my courses by asking questions of other students and the instructor.
I have strong English language reading and writing skills.
Technology skills 1 2 3 4 5
I have the technology, such as a reliable computer and Internet access, necessary to participate in a distance education course.
I feel comfortable expressing my ideas and questions in writing and have successfully done so using email, discussion boards and/or chat rooms in the past.
I am comfortable downloading, and/or installing software.
I look forward to learning new computer technologies or will try even if a bit apprehensive.