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Are you ready for taking Distance Education courses?

There are quite a few differences between learning in a face-to-face environment and learning in the online environment. The information below should help to outline some of these differences.

So, what kinds of technological skills do you need to be a successful online learner? Some of the minimum recommended technology skills for learning online are:

• Sending and receiving e-mail
• Creating, sending, receiving, and printing Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, or other documents
• Possessing the necessary Adobe Reader software to open and print PDF files (Download FREE Adobe Reader)
• Posting and responding to discussion board questions
• Taking assessments online, such as quizzes and other exams

To determine your readiness for taking Distance Education courses, ask yourself the following questions:

1. I am a highly-motivated and self-disciplined person.
2. I am a self-starter.
3. I am comfortable sending e-mails and browsing the Web.
4. I can use Microsoft Word.
5. I have a reliable computer and Internet connection.
6. How would you best describe your basic computer skills?
7. How much time do you expect to spend per week on a course?
8. Under normal circumstances, do you meet deadlines and effectively manage your time?
9. How would you rate your ability to read and comprehend college-level material?
10. How would you rate your ability to communicate in writing?