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SmarterMeasure


What is SmarterMeasure?

The SmarterMeasure Learning Readiness Indicator is a diagnostic tool which helps you determine your level of readiness for taking online courses. SmarterMeasure is a web-based tool which assesses your likelihood for succeeding in an online course. The SmarterMeasure assessment uses a sequence of activities to measure the degree to which you possess the traits needed for success in studying in a distance learning course. Components addressed in SmarterMeasure include:

Self-motivation
Time-management skills
Self-discipline
On-screen reading rate and recall
Persistence
Availability of time
Ability to use a laptop, printer, software, and the Internet
Typing speed and accuracy

But relax, SmarterMeasure is fun! Your scores on this assessment will not prevent you from being able to take online classes, nor will your scores impact your grades in courses you may already be taking. SmarterMeasure is being provided by Midland College to help you understand your strengths and weaknesses better as you prepare to learn online. SmarterMeasure is a tool to help you succeed!

After completing SmarterMeasure, you will receive an immediate score with diagnostic interpretation of results. The results are provided in easy to interpret graphs and text. In addition, you may choose to have your report e-mailed to you. Your report will also contain links to free resources to help you succeed as an online learner.

To access the SmarterMeasure Learning Readiness Indicator click the link below:

-Use the following information to login to SmarterMeasure:

  • Username: midland
  • Password: student

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