Student Online Class Preparedness Survey

Use this survey to self-evaluate your possible success rate in an online class.

Please answer all of the questions below.

Computer Skills
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree Agree Strongly Agree
I am a competent Internet browser.
I am capable of attaching files to an e-mail message.
I am capable of learning new technologies.
I am capable of managing files on a computer.
I am capable of sending and receiving e-mail.
I am capable of using chat rooms online.
I am capable of using discussion boards online.
I am capable of using standard word processing software.
I can copy and paste text using a computer.
I can download new software when necessary.
I can install new software when necessary.
Independent Learning
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree Agree Strongly Agree
I am a good time manager.
I am a procrastinator.
I am able to balance many tasks at one time.
I am capable of critical thinking.
I am capable of making time for my coursework.
I am capable of prioritizing my responsibilities.
I am goal-oriented.
I am self-disciplined when it comes to my studies.
I am self-motivated.
I take responsibility for my learning.
Dependent Learning
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree Agree Strongly Agree
I have trouble comprehending what I read.
I need faculty to remind me of assignment due dates.
I need incentives/rewards to motivate me to complete a task.
I often leave tasks unfinished.
I require help to understand written instructions.
I wait until the last minute to work on assignments.
Need for Online Learning
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree Agree Strongly Agree
Because of my personal schedule, I need online courses.
I need online courses because of my geographical distance from universities.
I need online courses because of my work schedule.
It is difficult for me to go to campus to complete course requirements.
Academic Skills
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree Agree Strongly Agree
I am a good reader.
I am a good writer.
I am capable of asking for help when I have a problem.
I am capable of conveying my ideas in writing.
I am capable of following written instructions.
I am capable of solving problems alone.
I am comfortable learning new skills.
I am self-directed in my learning.
I can learn by working independently.
I need face-to-face interaction to learn.
I read carefully.