Learning on the Go! With The Literacy Project

 

Is this Distance Learning Course for Me?

 

People need a good combination of study skills, access to the equipment, and personal attributes to succeed in the online component of this course.  Circle the answer for each item that describes you the best. 

 

  1. My technology access is best described as…
    1. I have a computer at home with Internet access and I have my own e-mail account.
    2. I have regular access to a computer with Internet access and I have my own e-mail account.
    3. I don’t have access to a computer or an e-mail address.

 

  1. My technology skills are…
    1. Very good. I can use e-mail, Web browsers, word-processing software, and can download files and attach a file to e-mail. I like trying to solve technology problems on my own and I don’t get frustrated easily.
    2. Average. I can use e-mail, Web browsers and word-processing software. I don’t feel comfortable solving technology problems on my own.
    3. Below average. I have used e-mail, Web browsers and word-processing software, but I get frustrated when things don’t work the way they should.

 

  1. Face-to-face communication with other people is…
    1. Not essential to me. I understand that quality learning can take place without face-to-face interaction.
    2. Important to me and I wonder about my ability to learn without being able to see the instructor or other students.
    3. Essential and I can’t learn unless I can interact in person with the instructor and other students.

 

  1. When I need help in class…
    1. I feel comfortable asking questions and asking for help when I need it.
    2. I hesitate to ask questions of the instructor, but I will ask for help if I need it.
    3. I don’t like to ask questions or ask for help.

 

  1. Considering my work, academic, and personal schedule, the amount of time I have to devote to this class is…
    1.  More than 10 hours per week.
    2. 6-10 hours per week.
    3. less than 6 hours per week.

 

  1. I would describe my personal learning style as…
    1. Self-motivated, self-disciplined and organized.
    2. Motivated, but I need help remembering assignments and due dates.
    3. Pretty disorganized – I need someone to motivate me and help me stay on top of my coursework.

 

 

  1. My reading, writing, and math abilities are…
    1. Very good. I enjoy reading, writing, and math.  I have confidence in my abilities.
    2. Average. I understand what I read when I have to.  I could probably write something similar to an essay.  I can do enough math to get by.
    3.  In need of improvement. I don’t like reading and I look for classes without a lot of writing assignments.  Math makes me feel anxious. 

 

  1. When I have directions for an assignment, I prefer…
    1. Figuring out the instructions myself. 
    2. Trying to follow the directions on my own, then asking for help if needed.
    3. Having the instructions explained to me. 

 

  1. I need people to remind me of due dates and assignments…
    1. Rarely
    2. Sometimes
    3. Often

 

  1. My critical thinking skills are…
    1. Very good. I can analyze class materials and formulate opinions on what I’ve learned.
    2. Fair. I can sometimes analyze class materials and form opinions but it is a struggle for me.
    3. Poor. Analyzing material is not something I do well.

 

  1. When I need to use e-mail, computers, or other new technologies…
    1. I look forward to learning new skills and mastering new technologies.
    2. I get nervous, but I like to learn and try anyway.
    3. I would rather not try it and I put it off.

 

  1. I am considering taking an online course because…
    1. I need my GED immediately to go on with my career and/or educational goals.
    2. I’m curious about getting my GED and I have room in my schedule.
    3. I never really thought about making a plan and committing myself to get my GED. 

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To have success at online learning, you'll need to answer mostly “a” with just a few answers of “b” for the majority of the statements.  Those responses would make you a good candidate for the online learning class. 

 

If you answered “c” to any questions, you may need to make some adjustments to your study schedule or get comfortable with technology before you take the online component of this class.  Online learning is not a good choice for every student, and your skills and interests may fit better in a GED classroom. 

 

Learning on the Go! With The Literacy Project