Are Online Courses for me?

Online learning is great for many students, but it may not be for everyone.

Here are some preliminary questions to ask yourself to see if you and online learning are a good match.

Your answers will not be "graded" or scored, so answer the questions as accurately as possible, so that you have an idea of what you will be facing when taking an online course.

Select the answer that applies to you by clicking on "Yes" or "No"

1) I am comfortable using computers.
Yes	No

2) I have a computer, or am able to get access to one easily on a regular basis.
Yes	No

3) I am able to access the Internet from my computer.
Yes	No

4) I enjoy reading and have good reading skills.
Yes	No

5) I am comfortable communicating in writing.
Yes	No

6) I am fairly comfortable with keyboarding.
Yes	No

7) I can dedicate approximately (X amount) hours per week per course (any time during the day or night) to my studies.
Yes	No

8) I am comfortable with downloading and installing software on my computer.
Yes	No

9) I am self motivated and able to work independently.
Yes	No

10) I am a procrastinator when it comes to schoolwork and deadlines.
Yes	No

11) I am comfortable with spending several hours at a time on a computer.
Yes	No

12) I am familiar with using E-mail and a web browser.
Yes	No

13) I don't mind it if I never actually meet my instructor or classmates in person.
Yes	No

14) I like the idea of not having to drive/commute to school.
Yes	No

15) I would like to take a class where I get regular personal feedback from my instructors.
Yes	No

16) Do you mind asking questions when you have a problem or question?
Yes	No

17) I would like being able to go to class at times and locations that I choose instead of being tied to a set time and place.
Yes	No

18) I think it would be exciting to attend classes with people across the state, around the US and even in other countries..
Yes	No

19) Do you like new technologies which may require new approaches to learning and problem solving?
Yes	No

20) I believe that high quality learning can take place without face-to-face interaction.
Yes	No

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