Take this informal quiz to see if you’re a good candidate for online learning.
My need to take this course is :
- High – I need it immediately for my college application.
- Moderate – I could take it later or substitute another course.
- Low – it is a personal interest that I could postpone.
Having face-to-face interaction is :
- Not particularly important to me.
- Somewhat important to me.
- Very important to me.
I would classify myself as someone who :
- Often gets things done ahead of time.
- Needs reminding to get things done on time.
- Puts things off until the last minute.
Classroom discussion is :
- Rarely helpful to me.
- Sometimes helpful to me.
- Almost always helpful to me.
When an instructor hands out directions for an assignment, I prefer :
- Figuring out the instructions myself.
- Trying to follow the directions on my own, then asking for help as needed.
- Having the instructions explained to me.
I need teachers to remind me of due dates and assignments :
- Rarely.
- Sometimes.
- Often.
Considering my school and personal schedule, the amount of time I have to devote to an online course is :
- More than for a regular course.
- The same as for a regular course.
- Less than for a regular course.
When I am asked to use email, computers, or other technologies :
- I look forward to learning new skills.
- I feel apprehensive, but try anyway.
- I put it off or try to avoid it.
As a reader, I would classify myself as :
- Good – I usually understand the text without help.
- Average – I sometimes need help to understand the text.
- Below Average – I often need help to understand the text.
If I have to go to ‘Iolani to take exams or complete work :
- I can make arrangements to get to campus.
- I may miss some labs or exam deadlines if campus labs are not open evenings and weekends.
- I will have difficulty getting to campus even in the evenings and on weekends.
Results
1st answer = 3 points
2nd answer = 2 points
3rd answer = 1 point
20 points and above – an online course is a real possibility for you.
Between 11 and 20 points – an online course may work for you, but you may need to make a few adjustments in your schedule and study habits to succeed.
Less than 10 points – an online course may not be the best alternative for you.
Regardless of your score, remember that online learning is not easy. Your teachers will require the same quality of work that they would in a face-to-face classroom. You will need to commit a similar number of hours to your work and your course will include assignments, deadlines and tests. However, you can attend class at your convenience and you don’t have to commute to ‘Iolani. Just remember, no matter when you decide to study, your teacher will hold you accountable. So study hard and have a good time.
