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Distance Education Survey

Are Distance Learning Courses for Me? How well would distance learning courses fit your circumstances and lifestyle? To find out, complete the survey. Pick one answer for each question. When finished, click the *Send Survey* button at the bottom of the page and the results will be automatically evaluated. The questions in the survey reflect some of the realities about taking distance learning courses.
1.	My need to take this course now is:
		High - I need it immediately for degree, job, or another important reason.
		Moderate - I could take it on campus later or substitute another course.
		Low - It's a personal interest that could be postponed.
2.	My favorite type of class would have me . . .
		watching a performance.
		doing the activity myself.
		hearing a lecture.
3.	I would classify myself as someone who:
		Often gets things done ahead of time.
		Needs reminding to get things done on time.
		Put things off until the last minute.
4.	When I'm in a face-to-face class of about 20 people,
		I always participate in classroom discussion.
		I may participate in classroom discussion once in a while.
		I try to avoid participating in classroom discussion.
5.	When an instructor hands out directions for an assignment, I prefer:
		Figuring out the instructions myself.
		Trying to follow the directions on my own, then asking for help as needed.
		Having the instructions explained to me.
6.	I need faculty comments on my assignments:
		Within a few weeks, so I can review what I did.
		Within a few days, or I forget what I did.
		Right away, or I get very frustrated.
7.	Considering my professional and personal schedule, the amount of time I have to work on distance education courses is:
		More than enough for a campus class or distance education course.
		About the same as for a class on campus.
		Less than for a class on campus.
8.	When I am asked to use VCRs, computers, voice mail, or other technologies new to me:
		I immediately try out the new tool.
		I try to read all the instructions before I start working with the new tool.
		I prefer to have someone right there with me when I actually use the new tool.
9.	As a reader, I would classify myself as:
		A very strong reader with an extensive vocabulary. I usually understand the text without help.
		A good reader, but occasionally I have questions after I read something.
		Actually, I'd rather not do much reading. I sometimes need help to understand the text.
10.	How do you prefer to spend class time?
		Working independently on my own projects.
		Listening to lecture and taking notes.
		Working in small groups of two or three other students.
11.	How do you like to learn about new ideas? Check the best response.
		On my own, reflecting on the information previously given.
		In a small group, where we can share ideas together in discussions.
		Working on a hands on activity in a face-to-face class to apply ideas immediately.
12.	Going to campus to take exams or complete work:
		Is easy for me.
		Can be difficult at times.
		Is very difficult.

Distance Education Survey

Are Distance Learning Courses for Me?