Am I Ready For Distance Learning?

This quiz will help you find out if you are ready to take online classes: http://waol.org/prospective_students/isonline4me_n.asp

 

Skills Requirements:

Before you take an online class, you should be confident about your computer and study skills. Review the following list of requirements to assess your readiness to take online classes.

• I know how to connect to the Web using a web browser.
• I can navigate around the Web and know how to use search engines.

 - If not, visit http://searchenginewatch.com/facts/index.html for tips

• I know how to send and receive e-mail using the e-mail system of my choice.

 - New to e-mail? Visit http://www.albion.com/netiquette for tips.

• I know how to do basic word processing, including cutting and pasting.
• I know how to open, save, and manage files.
• I have access to a computer 5-7 days per week.
• The computer I will use meets the basic requirements for online classes.
• I have 12 to 15 hours a week to work on each online class.
• I can motivate myself to log in to the virtual classroom at least 5 days a week.
• I have good reading comprehension and written communication skills, and I enjoy communicating in writing.
• I enjoy figuring things out on my own but am able to ask for help when I need it.

 

If you can't answer "Yes" to all these questions, you may not be quite ready for online learning.

Technology Regirements:

AOL is currently not recommended for use with ANGEL. See browser requirements below. Some courses may have additional requirements. Check the course description for more information.

PC Minimum configuration:

• Operating Systems: Windows XP, MAC OSX
• Browsers: Internet Explorer 7 or newer
• Also try browser FireFox 3.0

You will need access to a computer and the Internet 5 out of 7 days a week for a total of 12 or more hours a week for each five-credit class. You can use more than one computer (home, work, and school).