Student Survey - Online Interest

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Do you have (or are you willing to obtain) access to the Web?

I have access now. I will get access to take the course. I will not have access at work or home but will try to locate other facilities.

Explanation: It is important that students have dial-up web access where they can access it every day. If possible, high speed internet access is preferable but not required. There may be times where a student will need to make arrangements for high speed access such as at a library or coffee shop.

Feeling that I am part of a class is:

Not particularly necessary to me. Somewhat important to me. Very important to me.

Explanation: Some students prefer the independence of Distance Learning; others find the independence uncomfortable and miss being part of the classroom experience.

I would classify myself as someone who:

Often gets things done ahead of time. Needs reminding to get things done on time. Puts things off until the last minute or doesn't complete them.

Explanation: Distance-learning courses give students greater freedom of scheduling, but they can require more self-discipline than on-campus classes.

My skill with using word processing software such as Microsoft Word is:

Excellent - I use one all the time and can make use of most of its functions. Good - I occasionally use one and can use its basic functions. Poor - I seldom if ever use a word processor.

Explanation: Most assignments are turned in online after being composed in a word processing document.

I use email or an online discussion board:

All the time. I prefer it to a face-to-face or phone conversation. Occasionally. I prefer a face-to-face or phone conversation. Seldom or never.

Explanation: Email or threaded discussions (through the online classroom) are the primary means of communication in an online course.

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.

Explanation: Distance Learning requires you to work from written directions.

When receiving feedback on my work:

I am comfortable with the written word and reviewing/editing work on a computer. I like to speak with my instructor but could also accept feedback via email or online. I prefer to talk to my instructor so I can read their facial expressions.

Explanation: Feedback from an online instructor can often be quicker than in a traditional course. However this feedback would generally be in the form of an email or other written word. Assessments done online often generate instant viewable results.

Considering my professional and personal schedule, the amount of time I have to work on a distance-learning course is:

More than enough for an on-campus course. The same as for a class held on campus. Less than for a class held on campus.

Explanation: Distance Learning requires at least as much time as on-campus courses. Students surveyed say that distance-learning courses are as hard or harder than on-campus courses.

My Web skills are:

Excellent - I use the Web all the time. I can do searches and send email with attachments. Good - I occasionally use the Web. I can send email but don't know how to do attachments. Just learning - I am just learning to use the Web. I don't know how to send email.

Explanation: Navigation of the web including logging into the online classroom is critical to learning online.

As a reader, I would classify myself as:

Good - I usually read at a good pace and understand the text without help. Average - I read at an average pace and sometimes need help to understand the text. Poor - I read at a slower pace and often need help understanding the text.

Explanation: Print materials are the primary source of directions and information in distance-learning courses.

When I need help understanding the subject:

I am comfortable approaching an instructor to ask for clarification. I am uncomfortable approaching an instructor, but do it anyway. I never approach an instructor to admit I don't understand something.

Explanation: Students who do well in distance-learning courses are usually comfortable contacting the instructor as soon as they need help with the course.

Briefly describe how you use the Internet in both in your workplace and personal life. Please include the frequency of use for these activities.

Please describe your motivation for taking an online program of study and the skills you feel you posses that would make you successful.

23 or more: A distance-learning course is a real possibility for you.

14-22: Distance-learning courses may work for you, but you may need to make a few adjustments in your schedule, study habits, or web skills to succeed.

13 or less: Distance learning currently may not be the best alternative for you. There are a lot of other options for you at CU in the PGS program that will allow you to successfully complete your degree. Please contact a Cornerstone University Professional & Graduate Studies Enrollment Counselor at 1-800-947-2382.

(This questionnaire is adapted from "Are Telecourses for Me?" from PBS-Adult Learning Service, The Agenda, Spring 1994.)

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Student Survey - Online Interest