Is Distance Education at UMUC for me?

The following self-assessment will help you decide whether distance education is the right choice for you. The results of your evaluation will be displayed for you as soon as you complete the quiz and click on the submit button.

Self-Assessment Quiz

       
1. I have strong reading and writing skills (in English).

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2. I feel comfortable expressing my ideas, comments, and questions in writing.

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3. I feel that I have the self-discipline needed to learn without face-to-face interaction with my instructor and coursemates.

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4. I have an interest in developing “virtual” partnerships with faculty members and coursemates at a distance.

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5. I am willing to dedicate the same amount of time and effort to a distance education course that I would to a classroom-based course.

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6. I have the necessary time-management skills that would enable me to balance distance education coursework with my professional and personal responsibilities.

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7. I am able to meet deadlines and keep track of my assignments when using the postal service or online file transmission.

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8. Convenience and flexibility are essential to me in the pursuit of my studies.

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9. I have or can obtain access to the necessary hardware and software.

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10. I feel comfortable using technology to complete my coursework.

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