Characteristics of Excellent Distance Learners

Hello Philosophy 301 class!

This short survey will help you understand the common characteristics of online learners. Based on your answers, you will find out what you can do to become an excellent distance learner. You may already possess some or all of these characteristics, if so then great! If not, you can work to develop these characteristics by reading the suggestions in the table located in Module 2 of your Philosophy 301 CourseSites classroom.

Thank you and good luck!

Are you self-motivated and disciplined?

Yes!

No.

Do you ask for help when you don't understand something?

Always.

Sometimes.

Never. I can figure it out on my own.

Do you work well with others on group projects?

Yes.

No, I prefer working alone.

Are you willing to share about your life, work, and previous education experiences in order to teach and learn from others?

Yes, I'm open.

I will share, but only limited information.

No, it's nobody's business!

Do you think that high-quality learning can happen online, just as in the classroom?

Yes.

I'm skeptical.

No, the classroom is always better for learning.

Can you set aside 5-10 hours a week to devote to the online component of your course?

Yes, no problem.

Maybe, it depends on my schedule.

No, I'm too busy.

Do you think that learning online is easier than learning in a classroom?

Yes, this class will be a cinch.

Not sure, this is my first online learning experience.

No, I have heard online learning can be harder than classroom learning.

Can you carefully respond to discussion questions in order to contribute to your learning and the learning of your classmates?

Yes, I can clearly convey what I mean in writing.

Sometimes. I could use help in checking my responses for clarity, organization,grammar.

No, I am better at talking with people about my thoughts on discussion topics.