Less than 1.5 Not likely to be successful in an MCC distance education class or program. You may or may not be successful in an MCC distance education program. You should speak with an advisor about the class before enrolling. You are a good candidate for an MCC distance education class or program. You should speak with an advisor about the class before enrolling, however.
Some students prefer the independence of distance education classes, others find it uncomfortable.
Some people learn best by interacting with other students and instructors, but distance education classes often do not provide much opportunity for this interaction. It may take as long as two weeks to get comments back by mail from your instructor. Distance education classes require at least as much time as on-campus courses. Distance education classes use technology for teaching and communications. Print materials and e-mails are the primary source of directions and information in distance education classes.