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Online Learning Quiz

This quiz may help you decide if online learning is right for you. Answer each question as honestly as possible, then hit submit for your evaluation. You can hit the comment symbol next to each question for feedback on the factors you should consider when making your decision.

1.	I have access to a computer and
		a)	I feel very comfortable using it to access the Internet and complete other basic tasks.
		b)	I don't know how to do much with it besides word processing and accessing the Internet.
		c)	I have no clue how to use it.
2.	When I'm faced with new technology, I usually
		a)	Plunge right in and give it a try.
		b)	Feel a little apprehensive but try it out anyway.
		c)	Run screaming from the room.
3.	The amount of time I have to spend on a class is
		a)	10-15 hours a week.
		b)	5-10 hours a week.
		c)	0-5 hours a week.
4.	I believe I am someone who
		a)	Manages his/her time very wisely.
		b)	Needs some outside assistance to stay on track with assignments.
		c)	Often procrastinates and sometimes forgets to complete assignments.
5.	I find that when taking a course
		a)	I can plug along with little or infrequent feedback from the professor.
		b)	I prefer consistent feedback but do all right if feedback is sometimes delayed.
		c)	I need instructor feedback immediately after a test or assignment.
6.	When I receive instructions for an assignment, I prefer to
		a)	Read the instructions and figure out the assignment myself.
		b)	First try to understand the instructions myself and then ask for help if necessary.
		c)	Have the instructions explained to me.
7.	When it comes to interacting with classmates and professors
		a)	I feel comfortable communicating electronically.
		b)	I prefer face-to-face interaction but can collaborate online as well.
		c)	I need the personal, face-to-face interaction to succeed.
8.	My preferred method of learning is
		a)	Visual - I do my best when I can read the course materials and learn from other visual aids.
		b)	Equally auditory and visual.
		c)	Auditory - I do my best when I can hear the course information spoken to me, as in a lecture.
9.	When it comes to reading, I consider myself to be
		a)	An excellent reader - I fly through books.
		b)	An average reader - I can plug along.
		c)	A poor or slow reader.
10.	If I am required to go on campus for a residency
		a)	It won't be a problem for me.
		b)	It won't be convenient, but I can work it out.
		c)	There's no way I'll make it.

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