http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT materials Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Tue, 21 May 2013 10:19:58 PDT Tue, 21 May 2013 10:19:58 PDT http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/images/merlot.gif http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ 44 34 http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=731782 This is a 20 question quiz with multiple choice answers. One provides an email address and the results are emailed to the student. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=731713 'Before enrolling in an online course, you should first assess your readiness for stepping into the online learning environment. Your answers to the following questions will help you determine what you need to do to succeed at online learning. Post-survey feedback will also provide you with information on what you can expect from an online course.' http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=731764 This is a site that contains 20 questions. Students answer yes or no to the questions, assign different points, and then with their summary number of points, see if they are ready for distance learning. It is a very simple test that can be quickly completed. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=731761 'While no instrument can predict success in distance learning courses, having a clear understanding of your circumstances and how they may influence your behavior as you pursue your goals, can be the difference between completing the class and not completing the class. Once you are aware of your strengths and weaknesses, you can then take steps to cultivate the behaviors that should contribute with your educational success.''This site has a self-assessment that was developed to give you the opportunity to assess your skills and identify possible weaknesses that may affect your success when taking distance learning classes.' http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=731777 This site has some guidelines for how to be successful in an online class. In addition, there is a self-scored test that contains 20 questions. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=731766 The SmarterMeasure Learning Readiness Indicator (Previously known as READI ASSESSMENT), is a web-based, 124-item assessment which measures a learner's readiness for succeeding in an online and/or technology rich learning program. SmarterMeasure indicates the degree to which an individual student possesses attributes, skills and knowledge that contribute to success in learning. All seven components of SmarterMeasure are grounded in theoretical research and practice. The seven components of SmarterMeasure are:Individual Attributes - motivation, procrastination, willingness to ask for help, etc.Life FactorsLearning stylesTechnical CompetencyTechnical KnowledgeOn-screen Reading Rate and RecallTyping Speed and Accuracy For more information: http://www.smartermeasure.com/about/assessment-overview/ In addition to the assessment links to remedial resources are provided as well as an administrative panel that gives school leaders many forms of individual and group analytics about levels of readiness among their students. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=731771 This site contains a self assessment for online readiness. The quiz contains ten questions which have multiple choice answers and the student can score her results. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=731719 'The following four characteristics are common for successful online students:Basic technical and academic skills, Ability to study independently, Good organizational skills, and Willing to devote the same amount of time and effort as a face-to-face courseUse this self-assessment to gauge your readiness for online learning. To get a good idea of your chances for success as an online student, rate how well each item below describes yourself.' http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=373519 The Society of Certified Adjunct Faculty Educators mission is to advance the professional practice of adjunct faculty through certification, education, and collaboration to enhancepost secondary student learning.