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Distance Learning Survey

Distance Learning Survey
Are Online Classes Right for You?

Please answer “Yes” or “No” to the 10 questions below:

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Are you a self-starter who is highly motivated?

Do you work well independently?

Are you willing and able to work at least 7-10- hours a week in an online class?

Are you on time or sometimes early handing in assignments?

Are you comfortable asking for help when you do not understand?

Do you have basic computer skills (sending attachments, cutting and pasting, searching the Web, chatting online)?

Do you have access to a computer with a reliable connection to the Internet?

Do you have strong reading and writing skills?

Are you comfortable reading and communicating online?

Does your schedule keep you from taking a traditional (face-to-face) class?

Scoring the Survey

Add up the number of questions with “Yes” answers.

If your total is:

7-10: You are a strong candidate for taking online classes.

5 - 6: You should think twice before taking online classes.

0-4: You are not ready to take online classes at this time.

Note: As you gain more experience in college, your answers may change.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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