To be successful in an Online Interactive Course at Granite State College, you will need to consider your learning habits, work patterns and comfort zone. As you begin to explore this new adventure, it will help to consider the following questions. Please feel free to take this “Comfort Zone” test as one way to help you think about taking an OIC. However, it should not be the only way of determining your potential success.

1. My need to take this online course is.

  HIGH: I need it for my job, my major, for graduation.
  MEDIUM: I could take it at a Regional Center, at a later date, or I could substitute a different course.
  LOW: I could take it anytime. I'm taking it for fun or personal interest.

2. Feeling that I am part of a traditional classroom course is

  Not especially important to me.
  Somewhat important for me.
  Very important to me, or necessary to my success in taking a course.

3. When I have an important job to do, I usually

  Have it completed ahead of time.
  Need reminders to get it done on time.
  Put it off until the last minute.

4. I feel most confident expressing myself

  In writing.
  Verbally.
  Neither.

5. When an instructor gives an assignment, I usually prefer to

  Figure it out for myself.
  Try to follow instructions on my own, and ask for help when I need it.
  Have the instructions explained to me.

6. I like to get an instructor's comments on my exams and assignments

  Within ten days so I can review what I did.
  Within a few days or I forget what I did.
  Right away, or I get frustrated.

7. The amount of time I expect to devote to this online course is

  More than enough for a traditional classroom or an online course.
  About the same as for a traditional classroom course.
  Less time than I would give to a traditional course.

8. When I turn my computer on

  I look forward to the experience
  I feel somewhat comfortable but would seek help if I were stuck.
  I anticipate the worst.

9. The following best describes my experience accessing the Internet

  I have been online frequently and often use the Web and email.
  I occasionally use the Web and am able to access it without complications.
  I have not used the Web or email yet.

10. Receiving feedback and comments from fellow learners is

  Important and beneficial.
  Somewhat important and beneficial.
  Not important or beneficial.

    Your Score is:

Interpreting your score:
20 or more points:	If your total is 20 or more points, online courses at GSC may be an excellent choice for you.
15 to 19 points:	If you scored in this range, online courses at GSC will likely work well for you. If you have any questions or concerns, you may want to discuss those with a GSC advisor.
14 or less points:	If your total score is 14 or fewer points, you may want to meet with a GSC advisor to discuss whether an online course is suitable for you.