1.  Are you a self starter?

Yes, I am very good at motivating myself

Somewhat. I require a certain amount of guidance when it comes to beginning new tasks

Not really, I often need a hand in getting started

2.  When I think of going back to school…

I’m excited about the possibility and ready to begin today

I’m interested and would like to learn more about online education

I think it’s a good idea but don’t know if I have what it takes

3.  How much time can you devote to going back to school?

0 to 3 hours per week

4 or more hours per week

I have unlimited free time

4.  I’m open to new experiences

True

False

5.  Which statement best describes you?

When I put my mind to something, I get it done

I start tasks but often leave them unfinished

It isn’t uncommon for me to have a lot of things going on at one time

6.  I’m capable of downloading programs and software

True

False

7.  When you encounter technical problems with your computer, how do       you respond?

I’ll use Google, call technical support or consult with co-workers or friends until I get the problem resolved

I’ll try to fix it on my own

I lose my patience and think about quitting

8.  How computer savvy are you?

I am capable of the basics such as downloading files, surfing the web and chatting on Instant Messenger

I mainly use the computer to check my email

I rely on my computer for everything from paying bills to buying CDs to communicating with family

9.  Do you have to be in a classroom in order to learn?

I can easily participate in a lesson in the comfort of my own home

I need to be in a classroom with a teacher to get the most out of the experience

My ideal situation would be having some classes online and some classes on campus

10.  What type of internet access do you have?

Dial-up

DSL

Cable

I don’t have an internet connection

11.  Interacting with my teachers and classmates:

is an integral part of the education process for me

helps but isn’t necessary at all

doesn’t matter to me one way or another

12.  How are you with time management?

I am very good at multitasking

I find myself constantly missing deadlines

Most of the time I get everything done

13.  How proficient are you with email?

I can write an email and respond to incoming mail

I’m a master at Outlook

I can attach files, download files and much more

14.  How do you retain the most information when learning something new?

Reading

Listening to a lecture

Taking notes while someone is speaking and studying those notes later on

15.  Why do you want to go back to school?

I am interested in advancing my career so that I can make more money

I don’t like my job and would like to change careers

I’m interested in furthering my education