The Online Readiness Survey has been designed to help you gauge your readiness for online learning. The statements fall into three categories: (1) technology experience, (2) access to tools, and (3) study habits and lifestyle. Each of these areas will have an impact on your ability to be successful in an online course.

The results of this survey are for your own use, although they may be made available to faculty upon request.

Scoring
If you answer "yes" to at least 18 of these statements, an online course may be for you.

If you answer "yes" to fewer than 18 statements, you will not be prohibited from taking an online course, but you may want to rethink your reasons for wanting to enroll in one. Decide now if you still feel comfortable with this style of instruction and are capable of learning this way.

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Technology Experience
I feel confident using the keyboard and the mouse.	Yes   No
I feel confident working with files, such as creating, saving, and printing documents.	Yes   No
I feel confident about logging on to an Internet service provider and navigating to different web sites.	Yes   No
I feel confident about using most of the tools in the web browser, such as navigating to the next or previous web page, printing a web page, or bookmarking web pages.	Yes   No
I feel confident about my Internet skills, such as using a search engine, identifying and downloading appropriate files, and installing new browser software.	Yes   No
I feel confident about resolving most common error messages while surfing the Internet, such as Connection Timed Out and Page Not Found.	Yes   No
I feel confident about my electronic e-mail skills, such as logging in and out of the account, sending and receiving mail, and attaching and downloading files.	Yes   No
I feel confident about basic troubleshooting, such as rebooting the computer in case of a crash and resolving printer errors.	Yes   No
Access to Tools
I have consistent and convenient access to a computer with a Pentium chip or higher, such as a PC running Windows 2000 or XP, an iMac or PowerMac running OS 9 or higher.	Yes   No
I have a reliable Internet connection.	Yes   No
My computer is equipped with a sound card with headphones or speakers and microphone.	Yes   No
My computer is capable of at least 800 x 600 resolution.	Yes   No
I have a working printer attached to my computer.	Yes   No
My computer has a working DVD drive.	Yes   No
My computer has a working CD-ROM drive.	Yes   No
My Internet connection speed is at least 56K or higher. DSL or Cable recommended.	Yes   No
I have one of the following Web browsers: Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari.	Yes   No
I have virus protection software such as McAfee or Norton on my computer.	Yes   No
I have Adobe Acrobat Reader on my computer.	Yes   No
I have the Flash player installed on my computer which allows me to view animations.	Yes   No
I have these installed on my computer: QuickTime player, RealPlayer, or Media Player.	Yes   No
Study Habits & Lifestyle
I am able to read and understand college-level reading materials.	Yes   No
I am confident in my ability to express my thoughts and ideas in writing.	Yes   No
I am able to refrain from distractions and stay on task while working or studying.	Yes   No
I am willing to interact regularly with my instructor and classmates.	Yes   No
I plan effectively for projects or activities.	Yes   No
I am able to manage time appropriately.	Yes   No
I usually complete things without prompting from others.	Yes   No
I am able to control my desire to postpone important tasks.	Yes   No
I have 10-20 hours per week for studying.	Yes   No
I have a quiet and personal space for studying that is free from distractions such as television.	Yes   No
My friends and family are supportive of my decision to take an online course.	Yes   No
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