WVNCC | West Virginia Northern Community College

SELF-ASSESSMENT FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION STUDENTS

Is Distance Education for you?

Distance Education is not for everyone. Some students thrive and learn best in a traditional classroom environment. This type of learner may find distance education stressful and uncomfortable. Take the Self-Assessment below to find out if distance education is a good fit for you.

1. I usually am able to comprehend what I read, including textbooks, study-guides, course syllabi, and other supplementary materials.
   
   Yes
   No
    
2. I own or have readily available access to a computer that is connected to the internet.
   
   Yes
   No
    
3. I am usually a self-motivated learner and usually accept responsibility for completing assignments, including preparing for examinations, with minimal oversight from my instructor.
   
   Yes
   No
    
4. I am good at handling multiple tasks at the same time.
   
   Yes
   No
    
5. I enjoy learning new computer technology skills
   
   Yes
   No
    
6. In previous courses, I usually am able to create and follow a schedule without procrastinating and without “face-to-face” meetings with an instructor or fellow students to help me complete my assignments.
   
   Yes
   No
    
7. My reading and writing skills have been adequate for successful completion of courses I have taken.
   
   Yes
   No
    
8. I have been successful in previous classes with prioritizing my class workload.
   
   Yes
   No
    
9. I understand that a distance education course requires at least as much or more time and effort as a classroom course.
   
   Yes
   No
    
10. My computer skills are adequate for successful completion of distance education courses.
    
    A. I have browsed the internet.
    
    Yes
    No
    
    
    B. I understand how to use my computer’s DVD, CD or USB drive.
    
    Yes
    No
    
    
    C. I can send, receive and reply to emails.
    
    Yes
    No
    
    
    D. I can download and install plug-ins as needed.
    
    Yes
    No
    
    
    E. I can print text or play audio and/or video files from Web sites.
    
    Yes
    No
    
    
    F. I can save text, images, audio, or video from Web sites.
    
    Yes
    No
    
    
    G. I can use a search engine to search the internet.
    
    Yes
    No
    
    
    H. I can use word processing software (MS Word preferred) to create and save documents.
    
    Yes
    No