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Sample Quiz

Q1. My time management skills could be described as:
I am well organized and usually complete assignments BEFORE the due date.
I try to finish most of my assignments on time.
I procrastinate and often need extensions on due dates.

Q2. My technology skill level is:
Above average
Average
Below average

Q3. When I need help understanding a concept,
I am very comfortable approaching the instructor to ask for clarification
I am uncomfortable approaching the instructor and I usually wait for someone else to ask the same question.
I NEVER approach the instructor for clarification.

Q4. Face to face communication is:
Important, but I am comfortable learning without it.
Very important, and I am concerned as to how well I could learn without it.
Essential and I can ONLY  learn if I interact with the instructor and the other students in person.

Q5. The amount of time I am willing to spend preparing for an online class is:
5 hours or more per week.
3-4 hours per week.
less than 2 hours per week.

Q6. When it comes to learning technologies:
I enjoy learning and mastering new technologies.
I get nervous around new technologies, but will still try to learn.
I get VERY nervous around technology and would much rather not even try it.

Q7. I can easily access the Internet and/or any other equipment needed to meet the requirements for this course: Learn more about the technology required

I do not have this technology at home, however it is accessible at school.
I do have home access to the internet and/or all needed equipment required by this course.
I do not have home access to the internet or needed and am not sure how or where to find access.

Q8. I have a convenient place, free of distractions, in which I can work on-line.
Yes. I do have a place where I can work uninterrupted and devote time to my school work.
No. There are distractions within my home and/or any other alternative place I can think of to work.
Sometimes. Although there are distractions around me I know how to focus and stay on task.

Q9. I plan to succeed in an online course by:
Completing assignments at the last minute. 
Fitting in my online course work whenever I have a little extra time.
Designating a specific time during the week in which I will diligently attend to my course requirements.

Q10. My opinion of online courses is…
 they are more flexible for my schedule and I will have the ability of becoming more experienced with technology as well as learning my course content.
 I have anonymity here and I don’t have to worry about being judged or criticized. I can excel here in areas I could not with a face-to-face course.
 I do not believe online courses are as high quality as campus face-to-face courses, and I am worried about their credibility.

 

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