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Is distance learning right for you? If you answer, "yes" to these questions, you might want to consider taking a
distance-learning course.

• Do you like to work independently? Do you get energized by reading, studying and thinking?

• Will you schedule a regular time, place and days to study on your own throughout the course?

• Are you willing to dedicate a minimum of 10-12 hours per week (for each course) to participate fully? Are you willing to be online daily if you are taking a course?

• Do you feel that your learning is your own responsibility?

• Will you contact your instructor and seek out answers when you have questions? Will you seek out information in books, newspapers, periodicals and web resources to add to course discussions?

• Will you contact your instructor or advisor when you feel overwhelmed with course work?

• Do you have adequate access to the Internet?

• Will you schedule time to attend an in-person orientation session, on-campus exams and presentations, if required?

• Can you make succeeding in your course a top priority in your busy life?

• Are you comfortable using a computer and the World Wide Web? Would you enjoy communicating with classmates, instructors and others through e-mail and the Internet?