Distance Education Student Handbook

Characteristics of a Successful
Distance Education Student

A successful distance education student:

  • ● is comfortable using a computer

  • ● has access to a home computer with internet connectivity

  • ● can send and receive e-mail messages with attachments

  • ● can use a web browser such as Internet Explorer

  • ● can download and install software plug-ins on a computer

  • ● can type at least 25-30 words per minute

  • ● can use Microsoft Word

  • ● can copy and paste text from one application to another

  • ● can save and open files on a computer

  • ● is self-motivated and disciplined in completing assignments

  • ● can read at a college level

  • ● likes to interact with others online

  • ● realizes that the work required for a distance course is equal to or greater than the work required in an on-campus course.

 

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