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Internal sense of control Yes No 19 I have made arrangements so that my studies are my priority until I graduate 20 I see myself as a hard worker who is willing to make personal sacrifices to complete my thesis/dissertation 21 I start and finish tasks on time, therefore I am self-disciplined 22 I prefer to sort out difficulties on my own, therefore I am able to work independently 23 I make a plan to cope with problems, therefore I do not give up easily 24 I know how to manage my stress levels 25 I am willing to master new and difficult ideas in order to be capable of doing postgraduate level work Time management and study responsibility Yes No 26 In order to be successful with my postgraduate studies, I acknowledge the value of working systematically (do things step-by-step, therefore I am an organised person) 27 I put aside enough study time and I know how to use this time effectively 28 I have a strong support person in my immediate circle of family and friends 29 I find study help when I need it, therefore I consider myself a responsible student 30 I am willing to participate in programmes that prepare me for postgraduate university studies 31 I am aware of the financial costs that accompany postgraduate studies Academic preparedness Yes No 32 I am confident of my ability to meet the thesis/dissertation requirements at postgraduate level 33 I am confident of my ability to read effectively at postgraduate level (sorting important from less important sources) 34 I am confident of my ability to make notes at postgraduate level (experiment with different styles) 35 I am confident of my ability to write at postgraduate level (write 1-2 pages every day, proof read and then rewrite) 36 I am confident of my ability to develop deeper insight into my subject matter at postgraduate level (reflect on my learning as I progress) Topic selection Yes No 37 I have considered the possible impact of race, gender, culture and community-centredness on my topic 38 I am able to accommodate feedback from supervisors 39 I have read widely in the field and have an idea of a possible topic 40 I am sure that it is feasible to sustain my interest in the possible topic 22
Computer and information management skills 41 I am confident that my computer skills are adequate for my studies at postgraduate level 42 I know how to use the advanced search functions on the internet to search for specific information 43 I know how to use a library to search for specific information Yes No What now? Count the statements to which you answered “Yes”: 35-43 statements: Postgraduate study will suit you - if you do experience problems later in your studies, feel free to make use of the support services that Unisa offers. 24-34 statements: We suggest that you familiarise yourself with the support services that Unisa offers as soon as you register. 12-23 statements: We recommend that you make use of the support services that Unisa offers. 0-11 statements: We strongly recommend that you make use of the support services that Unisa offers. We want to help you find an appropriate plan of study for your degree. If you would like more help deciding whether postgraduate study is the appropriate career development decision for you at this moment, please make an appointment with a counsellor at the Directorate for Counselling, Career and Academic Development. Adapted from: Dominguez, R. (2006). “Completing the dissertation: it’s not only about academics”. College Teaching Methods & Styles Journal. Second Quarter, 2(2). Eubanks, D. (2009). Noncognitives as indicators of success. Available: http://www.highered.blogspot.com/2009/06/noncognitives-as-indicators-of-success [23 February 2010]. my Choice @ Unisa 2012 23
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