• Trabajar en asignaciones que son convenientes para usted.
• Estudiar desde su hogar o lugar de trabajo.
• Tener acceso a recursos de aprendizaje en línea en cualquier momento que usted los necesite.
• Elegir los cursos que sean más relevantes para usted.
• Adquirir créditos académicos con base en su experiencia laboral obtenida a lo largo de una vida de aprendizaje.

• Tener accesso a instrucciones y formatos para cursos de orientación
• Llevar un calendario de tareas con fechas de cumplimiento planeadas
• Enviar tareas a revisijón en línea
• Revisarcalificaciones/transcripciones
• Enviar por correo preguntas o mensajes a Servicios Estudiantiles y/o su asesor
• Comenzar la primera fase del programa para establecer el programa de estudios
• Tener acceso a la biblioteca en línea de AIU

1. Which statement best describes you? (Yes/No)
    I am a self-starter with solid personal motivation.
    I need occasional prodding to accomplish goals.
    I don't work independently and require constant prodding or reminders.
   
2. I learn best:
    When I read material.
    When I see or hear it (auditory/visual).
    When I can both hear and see the material.
   
3. As a worker:
    I usually meet or beat deadlines.
    I have a hard time getting focused by myself.
    I procrastinate to the last minute and beyond.
   
4. On tests and other school assignments:
    I figure out instructions on my own.
    I can usually follow the directions, but I like them to be available.
    I have difficulty figuring out instructions on my own and need to hear them read to me.
   
5. When I turn in an assignment, I like feedback from the teacher.
    Within a reasonable amount of time.
    Within a day or two, or I become distracted.
    Immediately.
   
6. When it comes to the organization of the class material:
    I can learn even if the class is not highly structured.
    I like some structure in the class.
    I feel very uncomfortable without structure.
   
7. Dealing with technology:
    I have excellent computer skills.
    I have some computer and Internet facility.
    I am not very familiar with a computer and do not feel comfortable surfing the Net.
   
8. When I am asked to use computers, e-mail, or other technologies:
    I have little or no difficulty learning new skills.
    I am glad to try and ask for help if necessary.
    I frequently get frustrated and may prefer to avoid computer work.
   
9. Feeling that I am part of a class is:
    Not particularly necessary to me.
    Somewhat important to me.
    Very important to me.
   
10. I would classify myself as someone who:
     Often gets things done ahead of time.
     Needs reminding to get things done on time.
     Puts things off until the last minute or doesn't complete them
    
11. Classroom discussion is:
     Rarely helpful to me.
     Sometimes helpful to me.
     Almost always helpful to me.
    
12. When an instructor hands out directions for an assignment, I prefer:
     Figuring out the instructions myself.
     Trying to follow the directions on my own, then asking for help as needed.
     Having the instructions explained to me.
    
13. Considering my professional and personal schedule, the amount of time I have to work on a distance learning course is:
     More than enough for an on campus course.
     The same as for a class on campus.
     Less than for a class on campus.
    
14. As a reader, I would classify myself as:
     Good. I usually understand the text without help.
     Average. I sometimes need help to understand the text.
     Slower than average.
    

1. I have access to a computer and the internet required for a distance learning experience.
    Yes
    No
   
2. I am not intimidated by using technology applications for learning.
    Yes
    No
   
3. I feel comfortable using a computer for basic word processing, using the Internet, and sending/receiving e-mail.
    Yes
    No
   
4. I have strong time management skills and am able to meet deadlines and keep track of assignments, and I enjoy and am successful at independent learning.
    Yes
    No
   
5. I am able to learn successfully without face-to-face interaction with others.
    Yes
    No
   
6. I can easily express my ideas, comments, and questions in writing.
    Yes
    No
   
7. I am generally flexible and can easily adjust to changing schedules.
    Yes
    No
   
8. I am a self starter.
    Yes
    No
   
9. I am a good time manager.
    Yes
    No
   
10. I am capable of self-discipline.
     Yes
     No
    
11. I am good at comprehending what I read.
     Yes
     No
    
12. I am goal directed if I set my sights on a result, I usually achieve it.
     Yes
     No
    
13. I feel confident about my academic skills.
     Yes
     No
    
14. I am persistent and don't give up easily in the face of deadlines.
     Yes
     No
    
15. I believe in taking responsibility for myself and my education.
     Yes
     No
    
16. I am willing to try something new.
     Yes
     No
    
17. I am willing to work in a non-structured setting.
     Yes
     No
    
18. I enjoy actively participating in my learning process by working on projects and independent research based assignments.
     Yes
     No
    

2. Gilbert, Sara Dulaney. "De cómo ser un estudiante exitoso (From How To Be a Successful Student)." McGraw Hill, 2001, Págs. 75-78.