Distance Learning Pre-test
Evaluate your chances for success in Distance Education. Select an answer for each question below; then click the "Score Test" button.
EXPERIENCE Rate your skills:
0 = never true, 5 = always true
1: I am usually a self-motivated learner and usually accept responsibility for completing assignments, including preparing for examinations, with minimal oversight from my instructor. 0 5
2: 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. 0 5
3: I have understood that an online learning course requires at least as much time and effort as a classroom course. 0 5
4: I usually am able to comprehend what I read, including textbooks, study-guides, course syllabus, and other supplementary materials. 0 5
5: I have been able to recognize the difference between an objective text and an essay exam. 0 5
6: My reading and writing skills have been adequate for successful completion of courses I have taken. 0 5
EQUIPMENT AND ACCESS Rate your skills:
0 = never true, 5 = always true
7: I own (or have routine unhampered access to) a computer that is connected to the Internet. 0 5
8: I have browsed the Internet with Internet Explorer (or other browser). 0 5
9: I have updated or would be able to update my Web browser. 0 5
10: The computer I use has a DVD drive for viewing instructional material where required. 0 5
11: I have the software needed to take an online learning course. 0 5
12: I have quickly learned new technology skills. 0 5
COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE SKILLS Rate your skills:
0 = never true, 5 = always true
13: I have started my computer and software without help. 0 5
14: I have searched the Internet and been able to save text, images, audio, or video from Web sites. 0 5
15: I have been able to print text or play back audio or video files from Web sites. 0 5
16: I have downloaded and installed any plug-ins needed to use online video or audio files. 0 5
17: I own (or have routine unhampered access to) a computer that is connected to the Internet. 0 5
18: I have browsed the Internet with Internet Explorer (or other browser). 0 5
  • Please enter your first name below.
  • Then click the "Score Test" button.
    Your First Name:    
    • (You MUST answer ALL questions.)