Are You Ready for Online Learning?

Online Readiness Survey

Online Readiness Self-Assesment

Is Taking and Online Class a Good Fit For You?

Learning through an online class requires different skills than learning in a face-to-face class. It's important to know what you're getting into and to understand the kind of commitment that's necessary for success in online learning. You can get a good idea of your readiness by taking the following survey.

The Readiness Survey

Before enrolling in an online course, you should first assess readiness for online learning. Your answers to the following questions will help determine what you need to do to succeed in the online learning enviorment. Post-survey feedback will also provide you with information on what you can expect from an online course.

Instructions: You will need approximately 10 minutes to complete this survey. Choose the most accurate response to each statement. When you have completed the survey, click the "Am I Ready?" button at the bottom to receive your personalized feedback. It's most beneficial to you if you are honest in your self appraisal. If in doubt about your skills, knowledge, ability, preferences, please select "Somewhat Agree" option.

What Are My Expectations of an Online Course?
Question Agree Somewhat Agree Disagree
I enjoy taking responsibility for my own learning.
I understand that an online class is not easier than a traditional class. (many find it more difficult)
I understand that I cannot complete an online course with a smartphone.
Are You Self-Directed?
Question Agree Somewhat Agree Disagree
I am good at setting goals and meeting deadlines for myself.
I finish the projects I start.
I persist even when there are technical glitches
I am good at keeping myself on track and on time.
What Are My Learning Preferences?
Question Agree Somewhat Agree Disagree
I can learn from things I hear, like lectures, audio recordings or podcasts.
I prefer to read something to learn it.
I learn best by figuring things out for myself.
I like to learn in a group, but I can learn on my own, too.
I am willing to e-mail or have discussions with people I might never see.
What Are My Learning and Study Habits?
Question Agree Somewhat Agree Disagree
I have developed a good way to solve problems I run into.
I have a place where I can read and work on assignments without distractions.
I can ignore distractions around me when I study.
I am willing and able to spend 10-20 hours each week on this online course.
I keep a record of what my assignments are and when they are due.
I plan my work in advance so that I can turn in my assignments on time.
I am willing to use e-mail and other online tools to ask my classmates and instructors questions
Do I Have The Technical Skills?
Question Agree Somewhat Agree Disagree
I am good at using the computer.
I am comfortable with things like doing searches, setting bookmarks, and downloading files.
I am comfortable with things like installing software and changing configuration settings on my computer.
I know how to get help if I have computer problems.
Do I Have The Rquired Hardware and Software?
Question Agree Somewhat Agree Disagree
I am connected to the Internet with a fairly fast, reliable connection such as DSL or cable modem.
I have reliable access to a computer.
I have headphones or speakers and a microphone to use if a class has a videoconference.
My computer has virus protection.
My browser will play several common multimedia (video and audio) formats.
I have access to a functioning printer.