Test Yourself!

Test yourself is an on-line quiz to help you assess your readiness for on-line learning at UHCL. While it is not a guaranteed predictor of success or failure, it can give you insight into your strengths and weaknesses. Please read each question carefully and answer as honestly as you can. When finished, select "Score It!" to see your results. Your results are not saved, so you may wish to print a copy for your records.

Note: After taking the "Test Yourself" quiz click the Go Back link to return to the previous page.

Time required: About 15 minutes. All fields are required

Attitude and Learning Style

True

False

Question

I am self-motivated and work well independently.

I excel in a challenging academic environment.

I am comfortable using e-mail to contact my instructor.

I believe that what I learn is ultimately my responsibility.

I am usually comfortable figuring things out on my own if given general guidelines.


Reading and Writing Skills

True

False

Question

Reading on-line or reading in general is a pleasurable experience for me.

I have good reading comprehension skills.

I often feel that I organize my thoughts better if I write them out rather than verbally explaining them.


Time and Task Management

True

False

Question

I am well organized and good at time management.

I am prepared for an on-line class to be more difficult and I have at least 10 hours/week to devote to each on-line course I enroll in.


Equipment

True

False

Question

I have Netscape 4.72 or higher (but not Netscape 6.0) installed on my computer or can install it before I start my online course.

I have up-to-date virus scanning software installed and running on my computer.

I use AOL or WebTV as my only web access.

I have Windows 95 or higher (or the Mac equivalent) installed on my computer.


Technical Skills

True

False

Question

I am proficient with a word processor such as Microsoft Word.

I know how to download and install new software or browser plug-ins (Flash player, Acrobat Reader) on my computer.

I understand that it is my responsibility to comply with technology standards set by the university or instructor.

I usually read the instructions or documentation before asking for assistance.

When a technical problem arises with my computer, I most often willingly tackle the challenge to fix/understand the problem instead of getting upset or ignoring it.


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