Is Distance Learning Right for Me?

If you are wondering whether or not online courses are what you are looking for, this short quiz could help answer some of your questions.

1. I am comfortable working with computers.
2. I have regular access to a computer that is connected to the Internet. (Preferably at home)
3. I have the necessary computer hardware/software to successfully participate in an online course. (minimum suggested requirements: Windows XP, Vista; Mac OS10 or higher; 1 GB RAM; 10 gigabytes free hard drive space; Microsoft Office 2007; Acrobat Reader; Internet Explorer 8, Firefox 3; high-speed Internet access)
4. I know how to open and send email with attachments.
5. I know how to use a web browser.
6. I am able to download, upgrade, and install software on my computer.
7. I can type 25-30 words per minute.
8. I am familiar with a word processing program.
9. I cam copy and paste text from one document to another.
10. I can save a file on my computer.
11. I can find and open a file on my computer.
12. I know how to create and how to use file folders on my computer.
13. I am a self-motivated and disciplined learner.
14. I have college-level reading skills.
15. I enjoy expressing my ideas in writing.
16. I prefer to learn independently and rarely need an instructor’s guidance or assurances.
17. I can communicate effectively without face-to-face interaction with my classmates or my instructor.
18. I enjoy interacting with others online.
19. I recognize that the requirements for an online class are the same or possibly greater than the requirements for a traditional course.
20. I can reserve 6-8 hours per week to work on each online course.
21. I am willing to spend several hours at a time working at my computer.
22. I am willing to contact my instructor when I need help with an online course.
23. I understand that I may have to wait patiently for a response from my instructor to my e-mail messages. The response time is usually within 24 hours on weekdays, longer on weekends.
24. I have successfully completed at least 2 traditional college-level courses.
25. I am confident in my ability to successfully complete an online course.