ONLINE READINESS CHECKLIST

The following checklist is a self-administered, self-scored tool to help you decide if you are ready for online course work.

To use the checklist, simply answer “Yes” or “No” to each of the statements listed below. Be as honest with yourself as you can, and decide for yourself if online education is for you!

1.	I am self-motivated.		Yes r	Nor
2.	I am a good “time-manager.”		Yes r	Nor
3.	I am capable of self-discipline.		Yes r	Nor
4.	I can capably read for comprehension.		Yes r	Nor
5.	I am goal directed - if I set my sights on an end result, I usually achieve it.		Yes r	Nor
6.	I am confident in my academic abilities.		Yes r	Nor
7.	I do not give up easily, even when confronted with obstacles.		Yes r	Nor
8.	I believe I am responsible for my own education – what I learn is ultimately my responsibility.		Yes r	Nor
9.	I have commuting problems.		Yes r	Nor
10.	I have conflicts with work, family or child care and school schedules.		Yes r	Nor
11.	I have access to a computer with an Internet connection.		Yes r	Nor
12.	I am willing to try something new.		Yes r	Nor
13.	I am willing to work in a non-structured environment.		Yes r	Nor
14.	I am willing to express my opinion in writing.		Yes r	Nor
15.	I am willing to actively participate in the learning process by doing tasks, projects, etc.		Yes r	Nor
		TOTALS	______	______

After completing the survey, count the number of times you selected “Yes” and “No”.

• If you answered “Yes” to at least 12 of the statements, on-line courses may be right for you!
• If you answered “Yes” to fewer than 12 statements, rethink your reasons for wanting to enroll in an on-line course.

For more information about on-line courses, please check out the Distance Learning Webpage and click on “Courses” under “For Students from the side bar menu, e-mail Marty Hill (hillm@sanjuancollege.edu) or call SJC Distance Learning at (505) 566-3378.