Online Readiness Assessment

Online classes are common at colleges and universities all around the country. While working to complete your program here at Cleveland Community College, you might encounter the need to take a course online. Online courses are different from the traditional courses you might be used to and require a different set of skills for you to be successful. This assessment will help you identify your potential for success in online classes and offer suggestions to help you improve your skills.

Please think carefully about each question. Answer them honestly and to the best of your ability. The results of this assessment will not impact any grade or your ability to take online courses in any way. This only allows us to have the information we need to provide you with the resources to make sure that you’re successful. Once you’re finished, click the “Print” button at the bottom of the page to print your results. Take your printed results to your advisor so they can give you further assistance and help create a plan to meet your needs.

Now that we have all that out of the way, let's get started with some personal information. What is your first name?

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Now, what is your student ID number? If you don't have a student ID number yet, you can leave this blank.

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Question 1

Do you own a computer?

Yes. I bought a new computer within the last three years.
Yes. I own a computer but it’s a little older (between 4-8 years).
Yes. I own a computer but it’s very old and slow.
No. I do not own a computer.

Question 2

OK, , when it comes to using a computer, how would you describe your skills?

I’m an expert. I can do anything on a computer.
I’m pretty good. I know how to create and edit documents, use the internet for research, and communicate online, but I wouldn’t consider myself an expert.
I can do basic things like browse the internet or use Microsoft Word, but I don’t know how to do much else.
I have no idea how to use a computer.

Question 3

Do you have the internet at home?

Yes. I have high-speed internet at home with Wi-Fi.
Yes. I have high-speed internet at home, but not Wi-Fi.
Yes. I have dial-up/satellite internet at home or I only have internet on my phone.
No. I do not have internet at home.

Question 4

How comfortable are you at using the internet?

I’m an expert. I can use search engines with advanced options, setting bookmarks, and downloading files.
I’m pretty good. I use a good search engine and I can set bookmarks and download files. I wouldn’t call myself an expert though.
I use the internet to do some basic searches and social media, but that’s about it.
I don’t really use the internet, maybe just for social media or YouTube

Question 5

How do you deal with learning new technology?

I always stay up-to-date with the latest technology and love learning everything about new tech.
When I hear about something I could be interested in, I go out and research it to learn more.
I wait a while for other people to learn about new technology, so they can teach it to me.
I avoid new technology.

Question 6

Some courses may require you to use other hardware and software for you to complete assignments. How would you describe your skills with web cams, recording audio on your computer, and productivity software (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, etc.)?

I’m an expert at using web cams, recording software, and productivity software. I can do it all.
I’m pretty good at using these tools but I wouldn’t call myself an expert.
I’ve had some experience using a few of these tools but have never used others.
I’ve never used any of these tools.

Question 7

What are your general impressions of online courses?

They’re a great way to work a challenging course into my schedule.
Online classes let you turn things in whenever you want.
Online classes are easier than regular classes and require less work.
Online classes are bad, and you don’t learn anything.

Question 8

How would you describe your personality, ?

I am very outgoing and personable. I’ve never met a stranger. I’m always willing to jump in the conversation.
I am outgoing, but it can take some time getting accustomed to a new setting. Once I warm up, I enjoy participating.
I’m reserved and quiet, but I will participate if I have to.
I’m a complete introvert and don’t like communicating with others.

Question 9

How would you say that you learn the best?

I can learn concepts from reading.
I can learn concepts from listening or watching videos.
I need hands-on experience to learn a concept.
I need another person to walk me through a concept in order to learn it.

Question 10

How would you describe your writing?

I’m excellent at communicating my thoughts and ideas through writing.
I am good at communicating through writing. I might have a few spelling or grammar errors, but it doesn’t usually impact what I’m trying to say.
I struggle at writing. It doesn’t come easy to me and, sometimes, it is hard to understand what I’m trying to say. Usually, however, I can do ok.
I don’t communicate through writing very well. I would rather talk about what I need to say.

Question 11

When it comes to reading, how would you describe your skills?

I can read, understand, and follow instructions very easily.
I can usually read and understand instructions. Sometimes I might need a bit more clarification.
I can read and understand instruction, but often times I will need them to be explained a little more.
I need someone to explain instructions to me personally.

Question 12

While taking an online course, how important do you think it would be to communicate with your instructor?

It is very important to stay in regular communication with my instructor. Asking questions and getting feedback helps me to learn.
I’ll ask my instructor a question if I have a problem. Otherwise, I don’t think it’s important.
I like getting feedback on my assignments from my instructor, but I won’t contact my instructor unless absolutely necessary.
I don’t care if I ever communicate with my instructor.

Question 13

Let’s say you’re struggling with something in an online class, which of the following would you be most likely to do?

Email my instructor right away so he or she can answer my question as soon as possible.
Call my instructor right away to try to get my question answered.
Wait a few days before calling or emailing my instructor.
Nothing. I’m too intimidated to contact my instructor. I’ll try to work it out on my own.

Question 14

Let’s say you have a disagreement about part of the class content with another student in the discussion forum of an online class. How would you handle this disagreement?

Learn some new ideas and come to an agreement. After all, you are in a class.
Forget about it and move on to other things. After all, you want to behave professionally.
Stop posting on the discussion board.
Turn it in to a fight. After all, you are right.

Question 15

When it comes to making plans, how do you usually handle things?

I plan get started as early as possible making detailed plans to get things done.
I’ll make a good plan and try stick to it.
I’ll plan some things, but it will change a lot when I try to complete them.
I totally wing it. I don’t make any plans.

Question 16

How would you describe your work ethic?

I’m a motivated, self-starter. I work hard and get the job done early.
I’ll do the work and get it done on time.
I’ll get things done eventually. It might just take some encouragement from the teacher or manager.
It takes a lot for me to get motivated. I don’t really like doing work.

Question 17

How would you describe your workspace?

I have a quiet, well-organized, dedicated place to do my work.
I have a few different places I can work. They’re usually quiet and organized.
I will just try to work anywhere I can. Even if it’s noisy.
I don’t have a space where I can do work.

Question 18

How much time, each week, do you expect to spend doing work for an online class?

6 – 10 hours
3 – 5 hours
1 – 3 hours
Less than an hour

Question 19

When you receive a new assignment, how quickly do you begin to work on it?

I start to work on it right away. That way, I’ll have plenty of time to make sure it is as good as possible. I might even finish early.
I’ll gauge the amount of time I think it would take me to do the assignment and start when I think I need to in order to get it done on time.
It should only take a day or two, right? I can probably put it off until the weekend that it’s due.
I’ll wait until the last minute to get started. As long as something gets submitted, it’s fine.

Question 20

When you think about balancing school with your job and personal life, how do you plan on handling everything?

I know my limitations and I won’t schedule any more than I can handle for myself.
I might bite off a bit more than I can chew, but I know how to prioritize and can solve problems that may arise.
Sometimes I’ll drop the ball because I scheduled too much for myself. However, I can typically get back on track.
I am prone to over-extending myself and it leads to me having trouble getting anything done.

Online Readiness Assessment

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