The on-line environment is very different compared to traditional classroom-based courses. On-line courses are neither easier nor harder than classroom-based courses, but they do require more self-discipline to maintain steady progress to success. Take this quiz to determine if on-line classes are a good fit for you. Circle an answer for each question and calculate your score at the end of each part to evaluate yourself.

Part I. Capability

1. I have access to a functional computer.
   1. True
   2. False
    
2. My computer has a reliable connection to the Internet.
   1. True
   2. False
    
3. Web browser software (e.g. Firefox, Safari, Opera, Netscape, Internet Explorer, Mozilla, etc.) is installed on my computer.
   1. True
   2. False
    
4. I know how to use the web browser software that is installed on my computer to access Internet resources.
   1. True
   2. False
    

Scoring for Part I

If you chose "b" (false) for any answer in Part I, then electronic learning will be out of your reach until you can answer "a" (true) for every statement. If you chose "a" (true) for every statement in Part I, proceed to Part II.

Part II. Compatibility

1. My need to take a course electronically, either compressed video or online, is:
   1. High—I need to take it as soon as possible to meet a specific curriculum objective.
   2. Moderate—I could take it later on campus in a traditional classroom setting.
   3. Low—I do not need the course at all or could wait until it is offered again.
    
2. Being a member of a regular on-campus class is:
   1. Not especially important to me.
   2. Somewhat important to me.
   3. Very important to me.
    
3. As a student, I would categorize myself as someone who:
   1. Regularly gets class assignments completed on schedule or ahead of time.
   2. Must be reminded to get class assignments completed on time.
   3. Wait until the last minute to complete assignments and seldom on schedule.
    
4. Classroom discussion is:
   1. Seldom, if ever, very helpful to me.
   2. Occasionally helpful to me.
   3. Almost always helpful to me.
    
5. When an instructor gives directions for a class assignment, I prefer to:
   1. Ignore the instructions and figure it out for myself.
   2. Read and follow the instructions myself and ask for help, if necessary.
   3. Almost always need to ask the Instructor to explain the instructions.
    
6. Because of my personal and work schedule, the amount of time I can devote to course offered electronically is:
   1. More than enough time for a course delivered on campus.
   2. Same as for a course delivered on campus.
   3. Less than for a course delivered on campus.
    
7. Attending class on campus on a regular schedule or with less than three absences is:
   1. Very difficult
   2. Somewhat difficult
   3. Not difficult
    
8. I would categorize my ability as a reader as:
   1. Good—comprehend the text without assistance.
   2. Average—comprehend the text, but occasionally need assistance.
   3. Slow—generally need assistance to comprehend text.
    
9. I consider my computer skills to be:
   1. Advanced—familiar with most common word processing and presentation programs
   2. Average—familiar with one basic word processing and presentation program.
   3. None—possess no computer skills or training.
    
10. In which type of learning environment are you most likely to do well?
    1. Electronic or distant learning (web-based or compressed video delivered course)
    2. Learning environment makes little or no difference to my success in a course
    3. Traditional classroom (face-to-face with classmates and instructor present)

Scoring for Part II

Add 3 points for each "a" answer, 2 points for each "b", and 1 point for each "c". If you score:

20 or more points...you may be ideally suited to take a course delivered electronically via compressed video or online.

11 to 20 points...courses delivered electronically may suit you, but you may have to adjust your study habits and schedule to accommodate course work.

10 or less points...electronic learning may not fit your lifestyle, schedule and study habits. Please consult your faculty advisor.