DISTANCE LEARNING: IS IT FOR ME

Distance Learning: Is It For Me?
The following self-assessment will help you decide whether distance education is the right choice for you.

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Self-Assessment Quiz		Yes	No	Not Sure
1.	I have strong reading and writing skills (in English).
2.	I feel comfortable expressing my ideas, comments, and questions in writing.
3.	I feel that I have the self-discipline needed to learn without face-to-face interaction with my instructor and coursemates.
4.	I have an interest in developing “virtual” partnerships with faculty members and coursemates at a distance.
5.	I am willing to dedicate the same amount of time and effort to a distance education course that I would to a classroom-based course.
6.	I have the necessary time-management skills that would enable me to balance distance education coursework with my professional and personal responsibilities.
7.	I am able to meet deadlines and keep track of my assignments when using the postal service or on-line file transmission.
8.	Convenience and flexibility are essential to me in the pursuit of my studies.
9.	I have or can obtain access to the necessary hardware and software.
10.	I feel comfortable using technology to complete my coursework.
If you answered “yes” to at least 8 of the questions, Distance Education may be an appropriate choice for you. If you answered “no” or “not sure” to more than 3 of the questions, you should talk with the instructor or an academic advisor prior to registering for the class. Classes offered through Distance Education are listed on Distance Learning Courses.