Students who have been successful in online study share some important characteristics.
The following self-test will help you to judge how you match up with these
characteristics. Answer True or False to each of the statements and decide
for yourself if this is a style of learning that matches your needs.
| 1. | I am self-motivated. | True ___ False ___ |
| 2. | I work well independently. | True ___ False ___ |
| 3. | I have a history of reaching my goals. | True ___ False ___ |
| 4. | I actively pursue help when I need it. | True ___ False ___ |
| 5. | I have good organizational skills. | True ___ False ___ |
| 6. | I am a good "time manager." | True ___ False ___ |
| 7. | I have access to a computer and to the Internet. | True ___ False ___ |
| 8. | I am comfortable expressing my opinion in writing. | True ___ False ___ |
| 9. |
I have honestly evaluated the necessary changes in my lifestyle to successfully complete an on-line course. |
True ___ False ___ |
| 10. | I am flexible in new environments. | True ___ False ___ |
If you have answered True to 8 of 10 of the statements above, you are probably ready for on-line study. If you have answered True to less than 8 of the above statements, perhaps you should consider more carefully your decision to study on line. You might consider talking to other students who have online experience and to an advisor who can review your academic history before you make a commitment to on-line learning.
