Distance Learning Readiness Assessment
Name____________________________
Rate each description below based on the scale provided.
1. Strongly Disagree 2. Disagree 3. Neutral 4. Agree 5. Strongly Agree
1. ____ I prefer to take control of my own learning.
2. ____ Most people consider me a self-motivated person.
3. ____ I do not have a problem completing tasks without feedback or input.
4. ____ I am self-confident about my skills as a learner.
5. ____ I enjoy solving problems.
6. ____ I enjoy learning about many new things.
7. ____ I am the kind of student who can figure out what needs to be done from the directions that are given regardless of
how clear they are.
8. ____ I prefer working alone than in a group setting.
9. ____ I can easily set goals and objectives for my learning tasks.
10. ___ I enjoy reflecting on meaningful learning experiences.
11. ___ I can function as a learner without face-to-face contact with the professor even though it may not be my
preferred mode of learning.
12. ___ I believe that the experiences adults bring to the classroom are valuable for learning.
13. ___ I manage my time well.
14. ___ I believe that the professor is a facilitator for learning.
15. ___ I am comfortable with computer technology.
16. ___ I am aware of my preferred style of learning but can easily adapt to other ways.
17. ___ I know what it takes to get tasks completed.
18. ___ I am not easily discouraged when technology gets in the way of learning.
19. ___ I have above-average facility in navigating the Internet.
20. ___ In most learning situations I enjoy challenging requirements.
______ Total
Evaluating The Results
Total the values you used to rate yourself. The highest number you can get is 100. The higher your score, the more
likely your success in self-directing learning opportunities like online courses. The evaluation summaries below may
help you in determining your readiness for taking an online course:
100 - 75:
You should be well-suited for taking courses online. You are self-aware and should easily navigate courses taken at a
distance.
74 – 55:
You should do fairly well in taking courses online. Establishing goals and setting timelines will be necessary for you.
54 – 25:
You may be more suited to an on-campus course but participation in online group settings should prove valuable to you.
24 and below:
You would benefit by taking some assessments of your learning prior to taking an online class.
