eLearnReady is a 43-item assessment tool that evaluates nine (9) dimensions of student readiness for participating in online courses. Students may elect to use this tool individually as a self-guided online class preparation exercise. Faculty also may assign the tool and use the assessment results in service of providing individualized learning guidance. The tool is research-based, and users will find a variety of journal references on the pages of the eLearnReady website.
The eLearnReady tool would be useful for all students considering online courses or an online program. The study advice that is shared on the website would assist students regardless of the format of their program.
NOTE: While the tool is free for use by individual students and faculty, a paid institutional membership also is available. An institutional membership allows faculty to generate a class-level eLearning readiness profile, provides an option to modify the assessment tool, creates access to usage statistics, and includes customization with the university logo.
Assessment Tool
This tool would work especially well for students about to start or who have recently started an online course. The eLearnReady website shares specific, helpful example assignments under the Adoption Guidance link.
Extensive surfing of the eLearnReady website and assessment tool confirmed that the site works well across multiple platforms and on multiple devices.
The eLearnReady assessment tools allows students to assess their readiness for online classes and share their results with faculty.
College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division
Note: The assessment also could be useful for high school students.
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eLearnReady offers an excellent opportunity for students to identify and reflect on online learning strengths and areas for development. When used as a class preparation tool, eLearnReady has the potential to promote rich conversation around good study habits.
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