Cape Fear Community College

 

 

 

 

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Self-Test:
Are You Ready for Distance Learning?

Is Distance Learning right for you? If you are uncertain about taking a distance learning class, answer the questions below and then select the "Score Test" button at the bottom of the page to tally your score.

1. My need to take this course now is:
a) High - I need it immediately for degree, job, or other important reason.
b) Moderate - I could take it on campus later or substitute another course.
c) Low - It's a personal interest that could be postponed.
2. Feeling that I am part of a class is:
a) Not particularly necessary to me.
b) Somewhat important to me.
c) Very important to me.
3. I would classify myself as someone who:
a) Often gets things done ahead of time.
b) Needs reminding to get things done on time.
c) Put things off until the last minute.
4. Classroom discussion is:
a) Rarely helpful to me.
b) Sometimes helpful to me.
c) Almost always helpful to me.
5. When an instructor hands out directions for an assignment, I prefer:
a) Figuring out the instructions myself.
b) Trying to follow the directions on my own, then asking for help as needed.
c) Having the instructions explained to me.
6. I need faculty comments on my assignments:
a) Within a few weeks, so I can review what I did.
b) Within a few days, or I forget what I did.
c) Right away, or I get very frustrated.
7. Considering my professional and personal schedule, the amount of time I have to work on Distance Learning courses is:
a) More than enough for a campus class or Distance Learning course.
b) The same as for a class on campus.
c) Less than for a class on campus.
8. When I am asked to use DVD's, computers, Internet applications, or other technologies new to me:
a) I look forward to learning new skills.
b) I feel apprehensive, but try it anyway.
c) I put it off and try to avoid it.
9. As a reader, I would classify myself as:
a) Good - I usually understand the text without help.
b) Average - I sometimes need help to understand the text.
c) Slower than average.
10. If I have to go to the campus to take exams or complete work:
a) I can go to campus anytime.
b) I may miss some lab assignments or exam deadlines if campus labs are not open evenings and weekends.
c) I will have difficulty going to the campus, even in the evenings and on weekends.