Distance Learning for Students
How can I succeed in an online course given my circumstances and lifestyle? A successful online learner builds certain skills, most importantly, a self-discipline and motivation.
Select One: |
Motivation Level |
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A. | High – I need it for my degree, job advancement or other personally important reason. |
B. | Moderate – I need this course or one like it to say on my educational path. |
C. | Low – I could take it later or substitute another course. |
Select One: |
Importance Level |
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A. | I reach out to my teacher and/or peers quickly. |
B. | I hope someone else asks first or ask a friend before asking the teacher. |
C. | I am uncomfortable speaking up or reaching out |
Select One: |
Typical Behavior |
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A. | plans out my work and deadlines. |
B. | works on what's in front of me only. |
C. | assumes someone will tell me if I am missing something. |
Select One: |
Level of Helpfulness |
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A. | is important to me. I am an active contributor in class |
B. | is something I am willing to do if required. |
C. | is not important to me. |
Select One: |
Preference |
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A. | Am comfortable figuring out the instructions myself first before asking questions. |
B. | Try to follow the directions on my own and often seek help from the instructor or peers. |
C. | won't start working on it if I don't understand it. |
Select One: |
When faculty comments needed |
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A. | Within a week or two, so I can review what I did. |
B. | Within a few days, or I forget what I did. |
C. | Right away, or I get very frustrated. |
Select One: |
Amount of time I have to work on course |
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A. | I can schedule ~10 hours to dedicate to this course. |
B. | I can set aside a few hours on a couple of days. |
C. | I can squeeze in time here and there. |
Select One: |
Comfort Level using new technology |
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A. | I look forward to learning new skills. |
B. | I feel apprehensive, but try it anyway. |
C. | I put it off and try to avoid it. |
Select One: |
Reading Level |
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A. | Good - I usually understand the text without help. |
B. | Average - I sometimes need help to understand the text. |
C. | Below average - I frequently need help understanding text. |
Select One: |
Access to a computer |
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A. | I have access to a relatively good computer and know how to use it |
B. | I have access to a relatively good computer, but not too familiar with it. |
C. | I do not have access to a computer |
3 points for each “A”
2 points for each “B”
1 point for each “C”
Online courses can be a good match for you
Online courses can work for you. Pay attention to the "C" areas for potential challenges and seek out resources and assistance.
You may run into barriers in online courses. Talk to an advisor.
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