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Advantages of
Online Education

Are you interested in the advantages of online education? Learn when you want and where you want, without spending time commuting!

The eLearners Advisor helps you determine your readiness for online college education.
 

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Your answers to the eLearners Advisor questions

 
Step 1 of 4: Are you a good match for online learning?

In just a few minutes we'll help you help you assess your readiness for enrollment in an online degree program, and how to be most prepared before enrolling, so you can enjoy the advantages of online education.
 
Q) What is your age?
 
26-35
 
Q) What level of education have you completed to date?
 
   H.S. Degree    Some college    Bachelor's degree     Master's degree    Doctorate 
 
Q) What level of education do you wish to obtain?
 
  Associate's Degree    Bachelor's degree     Master's degree    Doctorate    Course/Training    Certificate
 
Q) Do you have any concerns about the quality of online degree programs?
 
   No Concerns    Some Concerns    Many Concerns
 
Q) What subject do you wish to study in an online degree program? (?)
 
Databases, Information Systems
 
Step 2 of 4: Technology Access & Personal Factors:

 
Q) What type of Internet access will you have at work & home during your online program:
 
Location No Access  (?) Dial-up/Modem Access  (?) High-Speed Access  (?)

Home:

         

Work:

         
 
Q) Please select the option that best describes the primary computer you will be using:
 
   Purchased in the last 1 - 2 years (?)    Purchased in the last 3 - 4 years (?)    Purchased over 4 years ago (?)    I plan to buy a new PC soon    I'm unsure what PC I will use
 
Q) What are your motivations for completing an online degree? (select up to 3)
 
   It seems like the fastest and easiest way to get a degree
   To increase my earning potential in my current career
   To qualify for a new position or career
   A personal interest or goal (e.g. would like to learn more)
   Outside influences rather than my own goals or needs (e.g. spouse, boss, etc.)
 
Q) My schedule is...
 
   Predictable - I can plan regular blocks of time that I can devote to schoolwork
   Somewhat Unpredictable - My schedule changes often, but I can usually make important commitments
   Very Unpredictable - My schedule is rarely the same, causing me to reschedule or miss some commitments
 
Q) Each week I could dedicate the following number of hours to an online degree program:
 
   Less than 5 hours    5 - 10 hours    10 - 15 hours    More than 15 hours
 
Step 3 of 4: Technical Competencies:

 
Q) Instructions: For each skill listed below please indicate your level of skills & experience: (?)
Very Skilled
(?)		 Some Skills
(?)		 No Skills
(?)
Fast and accurate typing on a computer keyboard         
Open files saved on a floppy disk, hard drive or CD         
Save a file with a new name, file type or file location         
Copy, cut and paste text/files between windows/programs         
Format fonts and document layout using a word processor         
Insert a picture/object into a word processing document         
Solve basic computer problems (e.g. computer freezes)         
Learn new software programs or applications         
Visit a web site (if you are given the address/URL)         
Send and receive e-mail messages         
Send and receive attachments/files through e-mail         
Use search engines to find answers and resources         
Use "message boards" or "forums" or "newsgroups"         
Use a "chat room" or "instant messaging"         
Download and install software or a "plug-in"         
Protect your PC from threats (viruses, spyware, hackers...)         
Very Skilled
(?)		 Some Skills
(?)		 No Skills
(?)
 
Step 4 of 4: Learning Style Statements:

 
Q) Instructions: For each statement listed below please indicate if you agree or disagree: (?)
Agree Disagree

Socializing with my classmates is often a vital part of my education.

      
I am comfortable building relationships and networking online.      
I have decent reading speed and I generally learn well through reading.      
I am a disciplined student and I can usually stick to my study plan.      
I learn well by sharing my knowledge, thoughts and experiences with others.      
I prefer to learn through independent projects or research instead of structured assignments.      
I am often rushing to complete assignments and sometimes need extensions on due dates.      
I do not talk much in class unless called on by the instructor.      
I prefer to work alone on assignments instead of in study groups.      
I prefer rapid verbal discussion rather than taking the time to submit my ideas in writing.      
I prefer hearing verbal explanations or directions instead of reading written ones.      
I prefer structuring my own research instead of being given specific research directions.      
I have good writing skills and can effectively communicate my ideas in writing.      
I prefer lecture style courses over courses with group discussions or in-class projects.      
I am much more comfortable communicating face to face rather than with email.      
I have a difficult time structuring my own learning; independent study courses are not for me.      
Agree Disagree

The above questions were designed to assess your readiness to enroll in an online degree program to benefit from the advantages of online education.
  		 

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