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Are You Ready For Online Learning?
Is Online Learning Right for You?
Review your readiness for online learning. Find out if online learning is "right" for you, assess your computer skills and check to see if you have the necessary equipment/software. The questions are intended to help you determine if online learning is a good match for you.
 Is Online Learning Right for You? Yes No
 I am a skilled reader who is at ease with written instructions and lessons.
 I am a self-directed learner, with the initiative to visit a course site regularly. 
 I am comfortable participating in discussions in writing.. 
 I can continue learning independently while waiting for feedback on assignments.
 I am organized and able to meet deadlines.
 I enjoy working in a computerized environment.
 I have 5 to 12 hours weekly that I can devote to an online course.
 Assess Your Computer Skills Yes No
 I can perform the following computer tasks:
 Turn my computer on, off, reboot and comfortably use a mouse. 
 Create folders on the desktop and organize files. 
 Find lost files on my hard drive.
 Create a new word processing document.
 Open, spell check and save a word processing document.
 Save files to the desktop.
 I can perform or am aware of the following Internet related skills:
 Use a URL (Universal Resource Locater) or web address. 
 Download and install programs or plugins. 
 Send and receive email. 
 Attach a file to an outgoing email message. 
 Assess Your Equipment/Software Yes No
  I have frequent access to a computer and to the internet.
 I currently have an email address. 
 I have Internet Explorer 5.0 (or higher) or Netscape 4.0 (or higher) on my computer. 
 I have a current word processing program on my computer.
 My Internet access is via a 56K modem or better.
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