a. I think online courses would require the same amount of work and study time as a traditional course.

b. I think online courses would be more convenient than traditional courses.

c. I think online courses would be easier than a course taught on campus, because you don't have to go to class.

2. What is your comfort level with computers?

a. Very comfortable. I can download and run applications, browse the Web, install software, manage files, etc.

b. Comfortable, although I sometimes need help to run programs, install software, or manage files.

c. Not comfortable. I need a great deal of help anytime I use a computer.

3. Could you download a new Internet browser if you needed it for an online course?

a. Yes, I know how to download and install programs.

b. I could do it if someone walked me through the steps.

c. What's a browser?

4. What is your experience using e-mail?

a. Extensive. I can send and receive e-mail, add attachments and read attached files.

b. Moderate. I can compose and send e-mails and open ones I've received.

c. None. I have rarely or never used e-mail.

5. Do you like to work and learn independently?

a. Yes, I like to figure things out for myself.

b. Sometimes, but there are times when I need some help.

c. No, I need to have other people around to help me figure things out.

6. Which of the following best describes your work habits?

a. I often get things done ahead of time.

b. I usually get things done on time.

c. I need constant reminders to get things done, and often wait until the last minute.

7. How comfortable are you in a course that involves a lot of reading?

a. Very comfortable. I read pretty fast, and understand most reading material without instructor intervention.

b. Fairly comfortable, but I like to have the instructor go over the material.

c. Not very comfortable. I often need someone to explain the material.

8. In other courses you have taken, what kind of classroom setting did you like best?

a. One where students worked independently a lot of the time.

b. One where students worked in small groups on assigned projects.

c. One where the teacher presented lectures and/or led discussions involving the whole class.

9. How do you feel about being physically apart from your classmates and the teacher?

a. It doesn't bother me.

b. I'm somewhat uneasy about it.

c. I prefer to have face-to-face contact.

10. How persistent are you when it comes to getting answers about material you don't understand?

a. Very persistent! I don't stop until I get the answer.

b. Moderately persistent. I sometimes ask questions, but if getting the answer is too difficult I may not pursue it.

c. Not very persistent. I rarely ask any questions and I give up if I can't get the information easily.