Are You Ready for Online Learning?

Is your learning style conducive to online learning?

Everyone learns differently. Some students need the face-to- face interaction of a traditional classroom, while other students work well if they have the time to sit down independently and work through a problem. Take the learning style assessment to determine if your learning style will be a good fit for online learning.

What Do I Need to Succeed?

To be successful in an online class, you must be self-disciplined and willing to interact with your classmates and instructor regularly. You must have access to a computer with internet access and you must be capable of using computers and the Web for basic activities such as sending email and completing online research.

Do you have the time available to commit to online learning?

While one of the lures of online learning is that you have the flexibility to complete your assignments when they are convenient for you, most students find that online learning takes more time than the traditional classroom. Take the time survey to determine if you have the available time online learning may require.

Do you have the necessary computer skills and hardware and software?

Even the best students will not succeed in the online environment if they don't have the necessary tools. Rest assured, you don't need to be a computer wizard to succeed. Check the computer hardware and software page to determine if you have the necessary tools to be successful.

Do your expectations of online learning match what online learning has to offer?

What do you think online learning involves? Take a look at the expectations of online learning and see if they match your beliefs.

Will you be comfortable with the online learning environment?

The University of Akron currently uses the WebCT application for its online learning classes. If you are unsure if you have the vocabulary or skills necessary to take an online class, browse through the WebCT tutorial and see if you understand the mechanics of how you will communicate with your classmates and instructor. This tutorial will also show you how you will turn in assignments and take quizzes.

This website should address some of your concerns and questions as you contemplate taking an online course. If you have additional questions, please contact the instructor listed for the course.