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Quiz - Am I ready for distance study? (part 1)


1. Goals
Can I really get there from here?

Can I explain clearly to myself, to my friends and family, my reasons for returning to formal study? (1 of 6)

Yes
That's good, because studying at university is a big commitment and costs a lot of money.
No
Studying at university is a big commitment and costs a lot of money. Make sure you investigate your options and talk things over with family and friends.
Unsure
Studying at university is a big commitment and costs a lot of money. Make sure you investigate your options and talk things over with family and friends.

Am I seeking some specific qualification to qualify for a particular job? (2 of 6)

Yes
Have you checked that this qualification will lead to the job you want? UQ offers a careers advice service (see the Contacts section of this kit.)
No
It might be a good idea to investigate your employment opportunities soon. UQ offers a careers advice service (see the Contacts section of this kit.)
Unsure
It might be a good idea to investigate your employment opportunities soon. UQ offers a careers advice service (see the Contacts section of this kit.)

Will having a diploma or degree help me feel more self-confident? (3 of 6)

Yes
Good for you.
No
Studying at university can be very challenging at times, especially for distance students. If you find ways to meet challenges as they arise, you will almost certainly develop greater self-confidence by the time you graduate.
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Studying at university can be very challenging at times, especially for distance students. If you find ways to meet challenges as they arise, you will almost certainly develop greater self-confidence by the time you graduate.

Have I defined my short term and long term goals? (4 of 6)

Yes
Well done. You've clearly thought about this.
No
Setting goals can help you maintain your motivation when the going gets tough.
Unsure
Setting goals can help you maintain your motivation when the going gets tough.

Have I considered other ways of furthering my education? (5 of 6)

Yes
OK.
No
It might be worth investigating other options (e.g. TAFE courses) if you're unsure about the benefits of a university education.
Unsure
It might be worth investigating other options (e.g. TAFE courses) if you're unsure about the benefits of a university education.

Do I have experience in learning at a distance? (6 of 6)

Yes
That's invaluable experience.
No
Distance study requires grater self-discipline and determiination than on-campus study. Check out the self-directed learning section of this kit for inspiration.
Unsure
Distance study requires grater self-discipline and determiination than on-campus study. Check out the self-directed learning section of this kit for inspiration.



Which sections of this kit will help me clarify my goals?

Orientation to distance learning
Self-directed learning
Personal development

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