Online Readiness Survey

Are you ready to learn at a distance? Take the 14-question survey below to find out if online learning is right for you. Choose one response for each question. Record your responses and the corresponding points on a separate sheet of paper. No one will see this but you. So, it is very important that you be honest with yourself!

Which of the following statements accurately represents you: *

I need to take this online class now to reach a certain goal. (Points= 3)

I could substitute another class in its place. (Points= 2)

I could postpone this class until later. (Points= 1)

I am willing to study for an online class: *

as much as I need to so I can complete it. (Points= 3)

the same amount of time for an on-campus class. (Points= 2)

less than for an on-campus class since it will be easier. (Points= 1)

I believe that online classes are: *

more challenging than on-campus classes. (Points= 3)

as equally challenging as on-campus classes. (Points= 2)

easier than on-campus classes. (Points= 1)

I am able to spend time working on my class: *

everyday. (Points= 3)

once or twice per week. (Points= 2)

whenever I can find time. (Points= 1)

If I need to take a test in a proctored environment: *

I can easily come to a GPC campus when needed. (Points= 3)

I am willing and able to find a proctor. (Points= 2)

I am unable to find a proctor or come to a GPC campus. (Points= 1)

I live: *

30 minutes or more from a GPC Campus. (Points= 3)

15 to 30 minutes from a GPC Campus. (Points= 2)

15 minutes or less from a GPC Campus. (Points= 1)

When working on assignments/tests, I usually: *

figure out instructions on my own. (Points= 3)

follow instructions, but I like when help is available. (Points= 2)

experience difficulty in figuring out instructions alone. (Points= 1)

I learn best when class material is presented: *

in a variety of formats (text, pictures, audio, video). (Points= 3)

in a lecture format. (Points= 2)

so that I can ask questions immediately. (Points= 1)

I am comfortable communicating through reading/writing: *

most of the time. (Points= 3)

if I have some help when I need it. (Points= 2)

only if someone is available to help me right away. (Points= 1)

Seeing and hearing my classmates in person is: *

not necessary for me. (Points= 3)

somewhat important for me. (Points= 2)

very important for me. (Points= 1)

I believe that face-to-face classroom discussions are: *

rarely helpful in my learning. (Points= 3)

sometimes helpful in my learning. (Points= 2)

almost always helpful in my learning. (Points= 1)

It is important for me to have comments on my assignments: *

within a week or two so I can review what I did. (Points= 3)

within a few days or I forget what I did. (Points= 2)

right away or I get very frustrated about my progress. (Points= 1)

I can: *

get assignments done ahead of time on my own. (Points= 3)

get assignments done on time if I am reminded. (Points= 2)

not complete most assignments on time. (Points= 1)

If I need help: *

I am comfortable with contacting the instructor. (Points= 3)

I am uncomfortable with contacting the instructor. (Points= 2)

I would never contact the instructor. (Points= 1)

When I am asked to learn new computer technologies: *

I have little or no difficulty learning new skills. (Points= 3)

I try and then ask for help if I need it. (Points= 2)

I get easily frustrated and prefer to avoid technology. (Points= 1)

Scoring
Now that you have answered all of the survey questions, add up all of the points from each of your responses. If you scored:

31 and over: You may be a self-motivated independent learner and online courses are a real possibility for you.
18 - 30: Online courses may work for you, but you may need to make a few adjustments in your schedule and study habits in order to succeed. Online courses take at least as much time and effort as (and in some cases more than) traditional on-campus classes.
17 or less: Online courses may not currently be the best alternative for you. Online courses take at least as much time and effort as (and in some cases more than) traditional on-campus classes.

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Scoring
Now that you have answered all of the survey questions, add up all of the points from each of your responses. If you scored:

31 and over: You may be a self-motivated independent learner and online courses are a real possibility for you.

18 - 30: Online courses may work for you, but you may need to make a few adjustments in your schedule and study habits in order to succeed. Online courses take at least as much time and effort as (and in some cases more than) traditional on-campus classes.

17 or less: Online courses may not currently be the best alternative for you. Online courses take at least as much time and effort as (and in some cases more than) traditional on-campus classes.

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Online Library Services

Academic Departments

Online Honors

Institutional Authorization & Consumer Complaints

Scoring Now that you have answered all of the survey questions, add up all of the points from each of your responses. If you scored:

31 and over: You may be a self-motivated independent learner and online courses are a real possibility for you.

18 - 30: Online courses may work for you, but you may need to make a few adjustments in your schedule and study habits in order to succeed. Online courses take at least as much time and effort as (and in some cases more than) traditional on-campus classes.

17 or less: Online courses may not currently be the best alternative for you. Online courses take at least as much time and effort as (and in some cases more than) traditional on-campus classes.

Admissions

Accelerated BBA Degree

Programs & Degrees

Academic Assistance

Contact Us

Follow Us

Scoring
Now that you have answered all of the survey questions, add up all of the points from each of your responses. If you scored: