As a younger student, I remember being somewhat obstinate and inflexible in that I always wanted to do things my way, even with the benefit of adult instruction. Today, I have the ability to recognize expertise in others and I respect the fact that they may know much more than I do about how to accomplish something in their area of expertise. I believe that my ability to adapt to different situations and to follow the directions of experts in the workplace will translate very well to the adult learning environment. Naturally, I also have some reservations about returning to a formal academic learning environment after so many years away from it. On the other hand, I am very hopeful that the maturity and perspective that I have developed in the meantime will more than compensate for any awkwardness or initial...

Ever since I began using computers, I have always thought about how much easier school would have been with the benefit of the modern computer and Internet connectivity. I realize that distance learning pertains mainly to the electronic interaction between learners and instructors and to the mode of assignment submission. However, I am extremely enthusiastic about the prospect of doing academic research online instead of in person in libraries. In general, I am looking forward to the opportunity to resume my education but I have to admit that using computers in that respect is one of the things that I am looking forward to the most.