ARE
YOU AN INDEPENDENT LEARNER?
The
following 2 questionnaires are intended to help you understand
whether independent/distance learning is appropriate for you.
It works well to print these out so that you can simply circle
your answers.
1.
I prefer learning (select one only):
___ in
a classroom or seminar setting.
___ on
my own, if I am given clear guidelines, sources
of information, mentoring and feedback.
___ I
am comfortable with either.
___ I
prefer combination of classroom and independent
learning.
For
the remaining questions, choose as many categories as are applicable.
2.
When I begin a project that requires learning new skills
or information I...
a.
ask the teacher for further information or clarification
about the subject.
b.
research the subject, gathering background information
and identifying resources.
c.
identify people with whom I can brainstorm ideas.
d.
identify people who may be able to offer feedback.
e. plan how I will approach the problem; list what needs to be done; set priorities; identify resources.
3.
When I was in school, I preferred
a.
group work
b.
class discussions
c.
problem-solving on my own
d.
responsibility for projects
e.
well-presented lectures
4.
When I work in a group, I prefer
a.
assuming primary responsibility for a task; seeking feedback
when it is completed
b.
brainstorming ideas
c.
working on tasks in small groups; reporting out to the main
group
d.
leading the group
5.
When I am working in a group, what bothers me most is
a.
unfocused conversations.
b.
people who try to take over/give orders.
c.
people who don't complete their assignments.
d.
people who do the work themselves, don't communicate with
the team.
e.
socializing.
f.
inability to reach closure.
6.
When I am in a class or group, I learn better when
a.
the teacher asks questions to keep me focused.
b.
I am allowed to think over what's being discussed but no
one makes me participate in the discussion.
c.
I can volunteer answers, if I am not put on the spot.
d.
everyone is allowed to speak freely and discussion is energetic
and stimulating.
7.
I am uncomfortable with this questionnaire? Yes___ No___
I would rather:
a.
discuss this in a small group.
b.
receive handouts to take home and think about.
c.
participate in group or role-playing activities.
DISTANCE
EDUCATION SELF-DIAGNOSTIC QUESTIONNAIRE
Answer
the following questions, add your points and evaluate your score.
This
is for your information and does not needed to be turned in.
| |
|
Yes
|
Somewhat
|
Not
Very
|
No
|
| 1. |
I
enjoy writing letters. |
4
|
3
|
2
|
1
|
| 2. |
I
have the discipline to study and read without constant prodding
from my teachers. |
4
|
3
|
2
|
1
|
| 3. |
I
enjoy working without supervision |
4
|
3
|
2
|
1
|
| 4. |
My
job often keeps me from attending class at fixed times,
but I have adequate time to study. |
4
|
3
|
2
|
1
|
| 5. |
My
reading comprehension is good, and, with assistance of a
tutor, I can learn quite well from textbooks. |
4
|
3
|
2
|
1
|
| 6. |
If
I am not sure about what to do, I will seek help. |
4
|
3
|
2
|
1
|
| 7. |
I
can easily find one or two hours to study almost every day. |
4
|
3
|
2
|
1
|
| 8. |
I
pay attention to detail. |
4
|
3
|
2
|
1
|
| 9. |
I
like having instructions to guide me. |
4
|
3
|
2
|
1
|
| 10. |
I
am a fairly fast reader. |
4
|
3
|
2
|
1
|
Answer the following questions with a 4(True) or 1(False)
| |
|
True
- (4)
|
False
- (1)
|
| 11. |
I
own and use a dictionary. |
4
|
1
|
| 12. |
I
like reading & often use the library. |
4
|
1
|
| 13. |
I
use a PC and text editing programs such as spell check. |
4
|
1
|
SELF-EVALUATION
KEY
| 35
or above |
You
seem well suited to distance learning. |
| 25-34 |
You
can probably do well with the distance learning approach,
but you should carefully consider your commitments. |
| 24
or below |
It
is strongly recommended you discuss distance learning with
your advisor or your teacher for this course. |
