Online Learning Survey Distance Learning Presentation
Would you like to know if online learning is for you?
Online learning is an attractive option for many students. Successful online learning skills can be learned by motivated students who value independence and interactivity. Take the self-assessment to find out if online learning is right for you.
1. Your time availability and commitment each week:
If you have a compelling need and interest in the online course, you are more likely to carve out the time needed to complete the course requirements. The typical online student reports that more time is required to complete an online course than a face-to-face course. The reason for this is the additional time needed for participating in discussion forums, responding to questions online, and doing assignments that require interaction with classmates and instructor. The successful online student plans to log-in to the course site several times per week.
1=strongly agree
2=agree
3=disagree
4=strongly disagree
5=don’t know
Put a check mark in the numbered column to indicate your answer.
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1a. I have a strong interest in the online course |
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1b. I have a professional need for the course content |
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1c. I can carve out sufficient time to spend on the course on a regular basis |
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1d. I can log-in into the course site several times per week to participate in the discussion forums and check on assignments. |
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2. Your ability to work independently:
A welcome characteristic of online learning is that students have greater freedom to schedule when and where they will learn. But with this freedom comes greater responsibility to keep up with assignments, meet deadlines for discussion forums, and perhaps meet synchronously in the online classroom. The successful online learner carefully organizes and plans ahead to meet course requirements.
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2a. I am organized as a student. |
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2b. I enjoy independence as a student and am able to stay motivated and focused on my own. |
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2c. I am able to monitor my progress and complete work by the prescribed deadlines. |
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2d. I enjoy cooperating with others to maximize the learning experience. |
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3. Your ability to be part of a class:
Another welcome characteristic of online learning is that students are part of a classroom of individuals from many different places and time zones. Interaction with others is an essential part of online learning. You will discuss by writing and reading the entries of your classmates and instructor. Successful online students have a positive attitude about discussion and contribution of their classmates to their overall understanding of course material.
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3a. I desire to do what it takes to be a part of an online classroom, such as introducing myself and participating in discussions. |
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3b. I believe that the time it takes to compose and write online discussion messages is an important part of learning the course material |
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3c. I enjoy learning in a diverse community of learners. |
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3d. I value the contribution of my classmates through discussion and feedback. |
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4. Your computer system and comfort level with technology:
Online learning requires computer skills and a willingness to keep up with changing technology and problems that stem from technology glitches that may crop up during the course. Successful online students learn how to ask for help and plan ahead for troubleshooting and resolving technology difficulties.
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.4a. I am an experienced computer user who regularly uses an up-to-date computer operating system at work, in other academic courses, or at home. |
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4b. I can use search engines to locate desired information. |
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4c. I can use the Help menus to find answers to questions. |
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4d. I am comfortable asking for skilled help in a timely manner when computer difficulties occur. |
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5. Your support team:
Online learning requires motivation, weekly time commitments, and dedication to your goals. Successful online students have the support of family members or close friends who can provide encouragement for the task.
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5a. I have the support of family members or close friends as I consider and/or start an online course. |
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5b. I know where I can go for encouragement as needed while taking the online course. |
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6. Add up your score and find out if online learning is for you.
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Total number of check marks in each column |
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9-18 checkmarks in columns 1 & 2 |
You are likely to succeed and enjoy your online courses and have the technical skills and supportive family and friends that you will need. J |
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To be successful, you will need to address the attitudes that might hinder your participation in online discussions or gain technical skills that you don’t currently have. |
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To be successful, you will need to do some more research on e-learning to find out more about what you don’t know yet about their strengths and your ability to succeed as a student. Talk to people who have taken online courses at work or school. |
6. Talk to Biblical’s admissions counselors and ask questions.
- Check out the syllabus for the online course being offered this term. It includes a weekly schedule that includes readings, discussion questions, and other requirements. The syllabus is on Biblical’s website.
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