Distance learning is a program that allows students to take classes online. Online classes offer on-campus classes, with the convenience of working at home, and the flexibility of creating your own schedule. Anna attends her online class in her pajamas. She gets away with it because her classroom is in her home. Anna is a full-time student learning from distance, and full time mother. She likes the online option because of its flexibility. “I don’t have to sit in class with my two little ones in day care. Instead, I can jump online anytime I like during the day,” said Anna who is preparing for a nursing degree. “What I liked most was the fact that I didn’t have to travel to another place, and I could work at my own place,” she said in an e-mail. Online students must be organized. Self-discipline and motivation are also important. Diana is a math instructor who has been teaching online classes for five and a half years. She had students who participated from far way. Many are returning students who have been working. They are focused on their goals, and are comfortable working hard. Taking classes online can have some unexpected benefits. For instance, the need to communicate questions by e-mail compels students to become better written communicators. Also, you don’t have to worry about appearance. Michael, a current online student, said in an e-mail, “I can just roll out of bed and not worry about how messy my hair is.” Anna included not having to fight for parking or paying for gas as added tuition fee. Taking classes online does have some drawbacks. Students complain about the difficulties of communicating online. Instructors complain about the students’ ability to use digital media. Online classes can end up taking more time than on-campus versions. “An online student should expect to spend at least 15 hours a week working on their assignments,” said Diana the math teacher. The extra time is needed because students must clearly demonstrate understanding of the material through email and online quizzes.

11.__________is the most important feature of online or distance learning.

A. A hard-working and motivated student

B. Studying online from a computer anywhere

C. A good course book

D. Flexible timetable

12.Distance learning allows Anna __________.

A. to study her favorite subject

B. to understand how to be a full-time mother

C. to become a nurse

D. to work on her study at home while taking care of her children

13.Comparing with the traditional classroom learners, online learners have to be__________.

A. highly motivated

B. disciplined

C. well-organized

D. All of the above

14.In the following statements, which is NOT the advantage of distance learning？

A. You can learn from home, wherever your home is.

B. You don’t need to care about your appearance when attending the class.

C. You can meet and talk to a lot of nice people.

D. You can attend the class anytime of the day, totally depending on your timetable.

15.According to the text, what is the drawback of distance learning？

A. Online classes can sometimes be time-consuming.

B. You cannot wear your favorite clothes to classes.

C. There is no one answering your questions.

D. Distance learning gives you a comfortable place to work in.

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