Online Learning Readiness Scale

Please rate your compliance with the following statements as honestly and accurately as possible: only you can determine whether you are ready for online learning.

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I am a self-starter who requires no prodding: I never put off until tomorrow what I can do today.

 

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The online instruction I am considering offers content that I really want or need.

 

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I can put the knowledge I gain from this instruction to use immediately.

 

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I have ready access to Internet-connected computer equipment and software that meets the requirements for this course or training opportunity.

 

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I possess sufficient computer and software knowledge, (or have ready access to adequate support resources,) to comfortably complete this course or training.

 

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I feel at ease when working with computers, a variety of software applications, and the Internet.

 

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I have a convenient place, free of distractions, in which I can work on-line.

 

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I expect to have plenty of time to devote to this learning experience.

 

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I can easily follow written instructions.

 

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I realize that technical problems are likely to occur and feel that I can work through such problems, successfully.

 

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