Are Online Classes Right for Me?

Congratulations on taking the first step to completing your online degree and changing your life!

You are correct to ask yourself if online learning is the correct venue for you to take classes. Becoming a successful online learner requires skillsets that might differ somewhat from the skills needed inside a traditional classroom. However, being successful in your online classes is not as daunting as you might think. At Georgia Military's Global Online College, we specialize in helping students from all backgrounds be successful in their educational pursuits.

In order to better understand the skills needed for success, please complete our free online readiness assessment below, evaluate your scores and talk with us today about getting started.

Please answer the following questions:

1. I can commit to checking my student email account every day and using that email to communicate with faculty and staff at the college.

 

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2. I own the computer where I will be completing most of my work, and I have the access to install software as needed.

 

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3. I am capable of working with my computer for basic tasks such as creating documents and locating files.

 

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4. I have reliable access to high speed internet to complete my online work.

 

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5. I am able to retain information I receive in a variety of formats such as written text and audio/video recordings.

 

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6. I am able to plan my work and ensure that I stay on task completing it.

 

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7. I can set aside 5-10 hours a week to dedicate to my studies.

 

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8. I am comfortable asking my instructor or other students for help if I do not understand a topic.

 

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9. I am comfortable with online discussion forums.

 

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10. I can express myself in formal writing utilizing correct spelling and punctuation.

 

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