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Self Assessment Questionnaire

The following checklist is a self-administered, self-scored tool to assist you in determining your readiness for distance learning course work.

To use the readiness checklist, simply answer "Yes" or "No" to each of the statements listed. (You may "click" the appropriate box with your computer mouse.) Be as honest with yourself as you can, and decide for yourself if distance learning is for you!

Yes No 1. I am a self-motivated individual.
Yes No 2. I am able to work independently with little direction.
Yes No 3. I am a self-starter.
Yes No 4. I am a good "time-manager".
Yes No 5. I am capable of self-discipline.
Yes No 6. I am an organized person---I can structure my time and surroundings.
Yes No 7. I have good study habits.
Yes No 8. I can capably take notes from lectures, textbooks, or television programs.
Yes No 9. I can capably read for comprehension.
Yes No 10. I can capably prepare and study for exams.
Yes No 11. I can capably take objective exams.
Yes No 12. I can capably take subjective exams.
Yes No 13. I am not intimidated by college professors.
Yes No 14. I could easily call a professor with questions/concerns about his/her course.
Yes No 15. I am comfortable asking questions in class when I need clarification.
Yes No 16. I am goal directed---if I set my sights on an end result, I usually achieve it.
Yes No 17. I am able to gather information visually.
Yes No 18. I am not a procrastinator---I like to get things done today and not put off for tomorrow.
Yes No 19. I consider myself capable of independent learning---I do not necessarily need regular faculty member contact.
Yes No 20. I am in control of my time---I decide how to use it.
Yes No 21. I consider myself a mature adult.
Yes No 22. I am confident of my academic abilities.
Yes No 23. I do not give up easily, even when confronted with obstacles.
Yes No 24. I complete whatever I start.
Yes No 25. I believe I am responsible for my own education---what I learn or do not learn is ultimately my responsibility.
Yes No 26. I consider myself a college-level reader (assessed at a minimum of the 13th grade reading level).
Yes No 27. I am capable of doing college-level work.
Yes No 28. I have completed at least one semester of on-campus college-level work.
Yes No 29. I have at least a 2.5 Grade Point Average.
Yes No 30. I do not have to enroll in any remedial courses.

Now that you have completed the survey, scroll back and count the number of times you selected "Yes" and "No".

If you answered "Yes" to at least 80% of the statements (or 24 of the 30 points), then distance learning may be right for you!

If you answered "Yes" to fewer than 24 statements, rethink your reasons for wanting to enroll in distance learning courses. Decide now if you still feel comfortable with this style of instruction and if you feel capable of learning this way.

We want to help you find an appropriate study plan for your needs! If you want more help deciding whether distance learning is "right" for you, please feel free to call the Distance Learning Help Desk at (661) 763-7812 or toll-free at (866) 464-9229.