Step One: Is Distance Learning for You?
Online Learning Styles of Successful Distance Learners
Successful distance learners...
- know how to work independently.
- are self-starters and self-motivators.
- know how to work with others to complete group projects timely and responsibly.
- are well organized and know how to manage their time.
Successful distance learners...
- are confident in their academic abilities.
- are self-disciplined and goal-directed.
- have good study habits.
- can read well.
- can prepare for, study for, and ably complete both objective and subjective tests.
- can take notes well, whether from "online" lectures, textbooks, or television programs.
Successful distance learners...
- don't mind telephoning or e-mailing their instructors with questions or concerns about a course.
- are very capable of independent learning.
- know that they themselves, ultimately, are responsible for their own education.
Successful distance learners...
- prefer to get things done today and not put them off until tomorrow.
- don't give up easily, even when the going gets tough.
Take our Self-Evaluation to help you determine your suitability for online learning. You may want to discuss the results with your advisor or instructor.
After taking this quiz, if you are still unsure you are ready for a distance learning course, contact your advisor to see if you can enroll in or switch to an on-campus version of this course. You may also want to enroll in an on-campus computer class like CIS 110 or CIS 111 and complete that before signing up for a distance class again next semester.
Are You Ready?
Successful online students are highly motivated and can work independently. They are proficient computer users (particularly using word processing, email, and web browser functions), and they have easy access to a personal computer (either at home, office, or school) running one of the latest versions of Netscape Communicator 4.0 or higher or Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher. Modem speed of 56K or higher is strongly recommended. You can find out more about the technical skills and hardware/software requirements during the other steps of this orientation course.You are ready to take an online course if you. . .
- determined that your learning style is right for distance learning.
- scored well on the practice test.
- have ready access to a computer that meets our minimum requirements
- have a reliable Internet connection.
- are comfortable with basic computer procedures and word-processing.
- possess basic skills in Internet navigation.
- can use e-mail to send and receive messages and attachments.
- know how to find and use online help.
Tips for Success
Visit Tips for Online Success to get some additional tips for success in your DL course. You may also want to check out CCC&TI's Distance Learning website for more helpful advice.
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