When you have answered each of the questions, then you will need to add up the points given for each response. Keep a pencil and paper handy to keep track of your answers. Then compare your score with those at the bottom of the page. Please remember that this quiz is not meant to be a scientific or proven qualifier of individuals that will or will not succeed in an on-line course. If you have any concerns about your score, feel free to email the instructor of the course for further information or for additional help with your self-evaluation.

1. How comfortable are you with using the Internet?

Very Comfortable (5 pts.)

Somewhat Comfortable (3 pts.)

Not Comfortable (1 pt.)

2. How comfortable are you with using an email program for sending and receiving attachments?

Very Comfortable (5 pts.)

Somewhat Comfortable (3 pts.)

Not Comfortable (1 pt.)

3. How comfortable are you with using chat software or conferencing software?

Very Comfortable (5 pts.)

Somewhat Comfortable (3 pts.)

Not Comfortable (1 pt.)

4. How many hours per day can you set aside to work on this course?

2 to 3 hours per day (5 pts.)

1 to 2 hours per day (3 pts.)

1 hour per day (1 pt.)

5. During the days and hours you choose to work on this course, how often will you be disturbed?

Never (5 pts.)

Occasionally (3 pts.)

Very Often (1 pt.)

6. Where is your computer located?

In a secluded area of the house/office (5 pts.)

In a fairly secluded area of the house/office (3 pts.)

In the busiest area of the house/office (1 pt.)

7. How are your time management skills?

Excellent (5 pts.)

Needs some work (3 pts.)

What is time? (1 pt.)

8. Do you have the software and hardware required for this particular course? ( Be sure you checked the course syllabus for information about hardware and software needed.)

Yes (5 pts.)

Have access to it (3 pts.)

No (1 pt.)

9. How comfortable are you with following written and workbook directions?

Very Comfortable (5 pts.)

Somewhat Comfortable (3 pts.)

Not Comfortable (1 pt.)

10. How comfortable are you without instant feedback to your questions or assignments?

Very Comfortable (5 pts.)

Somewhat Comfortable (3 pts.)

Not Comfortable (1 pt.)

Now score yourself. Go back and add up the points you have earned and compare them with the scale below. These results do not reflect what type of grades you would receive, just how well you might do in an on-line course instead of a classroom course.