Survey: DRC End of Semester Survey - Fall 2006

Total Number of Responses: 69

Section: General Information

Semester:
	Fall		97.1%	(67/69)
	Spring		2.9%	(2/69)
	Summer		0%	(0/69)

Please identify disability. (Check All that apply)
	Learning Disability		34.78%	(32/92)
	Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder		13.04%	(12/92)
	Hearing		8.7%	(8/92)
	Vision		3.26%	(3/92)
	Psychological		9.78%	(9/92)
	Acquired Brain Injury		2.17%	(2/92)
	Mobility		3.26%	(3/92)
	Health-Related Disability		8.7%	(8/92)
	Other		16.3%	(15/92)

Type of services/accommodations receiving: (Check all that apply)
	Assistive Technology		7.92%	(8/101)
	Alternative Testing		49.5%	(50/101)
	Note Taking		9.9%	(10/101)
	Alternative Text		14.85%	(15/101)
	Interpreter		1.98%	(2/101)
	TypeWell		4.95%	(5/101)
	CART (Captioning)		1.98%	(2/101)
	Remote Captioning		0.99%	(1/101)
	I did not receive any service this semester		7.92%	(8/101)

The DRC staff responds to my questions and concerns.
	Strongly Agree		73.91%	(51/69)
	Agree		23.19%	(16/69)
	Neutral		2.9%	(2/69)
	Disagree		0%	(0/69)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/69)

The DRC staff effectively communicates my needs to faculty.
	Strongly Agree		63.77%	(44/69)
	Agree		26.09%	(18/69)
	Neutral		4.35%	(3/69)
	Disagree		2.9%	(2/69)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/69)
	Not Applicable		2.9%	(2/69)

The DRC staff is effective in providing services and addressing my needs.
	Strongly Agree		65.22%	(45/69)
	Agree		24.64%	(17/69)
	Neutral		7.25%	(5/69)
	Disagree		0%	(0/69)
	Strongly Disagree		2.9%	(2/69)

If warranted, I would use the DRC service again.
	Strongly Agree		76.81%	(53/69)
	Agree		20.29%	(14/69)
	Neutral		2.9%	(2/69)
	Disagree		0%	(0/69)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/69)

Section: Assistive Technology

The equipment in the Assistive Technology Lab operated reliably.
	Strongly Agree		62.5%	(5/8)
	Agree		0%	(0/8)
	Neutral		37.5%	(3/8)
	Disagree		0%	(0/8)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/8)

The DRC staff provided adequate training in the DRC regarding the equipment in the Assistive Technology Lab that I used to access my course materials.
	Strongly Agree		62.5%	(5/8)
	Agree		12.5%	(1/8)
	Neutral		12.5%	(1/8)
	Disagree		0%	(0/8)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/8)
	Not Applicable		12.5%	(1/8)

The physical environment of the Assistive Technology Lab provided an appropriate training and computing environment.
	Strongly Agree		50%	(4/8)
	Agree		12.5%	(1/8)
	Neutral		37.5%	(3/8)
	Disagree		0%	(0/8)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/8)

The use of the technology in the Assistive Technology Lab has increased my ability to complete work independently.
	Strongly Agree		50%	(4/8)
	Agree		25%	(2/8)
	Neutral		25%	(2/8)
	Disagree		0%	(0/8)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/8)

Assistive Technologies provided to me by the DRC such as assistive listening devices, laptops, tape recorders, etc, functioned properly and were effective in meeting my needs.
	Strongly Agree		50%	(4/8)
	Agree		25%	(2/8)
	Neutral		25%	(2/8)
	Disagree		0%	(0/8)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/8)
	Not Applicable		0%	(0/8)

Section: Alternative Testing

Exams were scheduled within the preferred time that I requested.
	Strongly Agree		70%	(35/50)
	Agree		22%	(11/50)
	Neutral		8%	(4/50)
	Disagree		0%	(0/50)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/50)

Exams arrived on time for my scheduled test.
	Strongly Agree		64%	(32/50)
	Agree		26%	(13/50)
	Neutral		10%	(5/50)
	Disagree		0%	(0/50)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/50)

When necessary, the DRC staff communicated my needs effectively to faculty.
	Strongly Agree		58%	(29/50)
	Agree		30%	(15/50)
	Neutral		4%	(2/50)
	Disagree		0%	(0/50)
	Strongly Disagree		2%	(1/50)
	Not Applicable		6%	(3/50)

The physical environment of the testing rooms inside the DRC provided for an appropriate alternative testing situation.
	Strongly Agree		56%	(28/50)
	Agree		32%	(16/50)
	Neutral		4%	(2/50)
	Disagree		2%	(1/50)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/50)
	Not Applicable		6%	(3/50)

The physical environment of the testing rooms outside the DRC provided for an appropriate alternative testing situation.
	Strongly Agree		38%	(19/50)
	Agree		28%	(14/50)
	Neutral		6%	(3/50)
	Disagree		2%	(1/50)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/50)
	Not Applicable		26%	(13/50)

Receiving alternative testing increases my opportunity to demonstrate my understanding of course material content.
	Strongly Agree		84%	(42/50)
	Agree		10%	(5/50)
	Neutral		6%	(3/50)
	Disagree		0%	(0/50)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/50)

Section: Note Taking

I received my notes from my notetaker in a timely manner.
	Strongly Agree		60%	(6/10)
	Agree		20%	(2/10)
	Neutral		20%	(2/10)
	Disagree		0%	(0/10)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/10)

The notes I received were clear and understandable.
	Strongly Agree		20%	(2/10)
	Agree		70%	(7/10)
	Neutral		10%	(1/10)
	Disagree		0%	(0/10)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/10)

My note taker noted important dates and information clearly.
	Strongly Agree		40%	(4/10)
	Agree		50%	(5/10)
	Neutral		0%	(0/10)
	Disagree		0%	(0/10)
	Strongly Disagree		10%	(1/10)

My note taker showed a willingness to accept feedback and suggestions.
	Strongly Agree		50%	(5/10)
	Agree		30%	(3/10)
	Neutral		10%	(1/10)
	Disagree		10%	(1/10)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/10)

My note taker made arrangements for me to receive notes in the event of his/her absence.
	Strongly Agree		30%	(3/10)
	Agree		30%	(3/10)
	Neutral		0%	(0/10)
	Disagree		10%	(1/10)
	Strongly Disagree		10%	(1/10)
	Not Applicable		20%	(2/10)

Section: Alternative Text

I received my alternative text in a timely manner and/or by syllabus dates.
	Strongly Agree		66.67%	(10/15)
	Agree		20%	(3/15)
	Neutral		6.67%	(1/15)
	Disagree		6.67%	(1/15)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/15)

I was able to navigate my data CDs and successfully access course materials.
	Strongly Agree		60%	(9/15)
	Agree		33.33%	(5/15)
	Neutral		6.67%	(1/15)
	Disagree		0%	(0/15)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/15)

My data CDs allowed for clear understanding of my course materials.
	Strongly Agree		53.33%	(8/15)
	Agree		40%	(6/15)
	Neutral		6.67%	(1/15)
	Disagree		0%	(0/15)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/15)

The screen reader and/or text-to-speech software (ReadPlease) was an effective reading tool for my data CDs.
	Strongly Agree		46.67%	(7/15)
	Agree		33.33%	(5/15)
	Neutral		20%	(3/15)
	Disagree		0%	(0/15)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/15)

The DRC staff provided adequate training in the DRC regarding the screen reader and/or text-to-speech software (ReadPlease) that I used to access my course materials.
	Strongly Agree		53.33%	(8/15)
	Agree		20%	(3/15)
	Neutral		20%	(3/15)
	Disagree		6.67%	(1/15)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/15)
	Not Applicable		0%	(0/15)

Instructions on my data CDs were clear.
	Strongly Agree		46.67%	(7/15)
	Agree		33.33%	(5/15)
	Neutral		13.33%	(2/15)
	Disagree		6.67%	(1/15)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/15)

Receiving alternative text from the DRC increased my ability to master course requirements.
	Strongly Agree		73.33%	(11/15)
	Agree		20%	(3/15)
	Neutral		6.67%	(1/15)
	Disagree		0%	(0/15)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/15)

Section: Interpreter

The interpreter arrived on time.
	Strongly Agree		50%	(1/2)
	Agree		0%	(0/2)
	Neutral		50%	(1/2)
	Disagree		0%	(0/2)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/2)

The interpreter behaved in a professional manner (acted appropriately, refrained from providing me any counsel, advice, or personal opinion, and maintained confidentiality).
	Strongly Agree		50%	(1/2)
	Agree		0%	(0/2)
	Neutral		50%	(1/2)
	Disagree		0%	(0/2)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/2)

I understood the interpreter.
	Strongly Agree		50%	(1/2)
	Agree		0%	(0/2)
	Neutral		50%	(1/2)
	Disagree		0%	(0/2)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/2)

The interpreter understood me when I signed.
	Strongly Agree		0%	(0/2)
	Agree		50%	(1/2)
	Neutral		50%	(1/2)
	Disagree		0%	(0/2)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/2)

The interpreter matched the teacher's expression (speed, mood, & meaning).
	Strongly Agree		50%	(1/2)
	Agree		0%	(0/2)
	Neutral		50%	(1/2)
	Disagree		0%	(0/2)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/2)

The interpreter had clear fingerspelling.
	Strongly Agree		50%	(1/2)
	Agree		0%	(0/2)
	Neutral		50%	(1/2)
	Disagree		0%	(0/2)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/2)

The interpreter provided communication access which allowed me to actively participate during class.
	Strongly Agree		50%	(1/2)
	Agree		0%	(0/2)
	Neutral		50%	(1/2)
	Disagree		0%	(0/2)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/2)

Section: TypeWell

The transcriber arrived on time and was prepared at the begining of the class.
	Strongly Agree		60%	(3/5)
	Agree		20%	(1/5)
	Neutral		20%	(1/5)
	Disagree		0%	(0/5)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/5)

The transcriber behaved in a professional manner (acted appropriately, refrained from providing me any counsel, advice, or personal opinion, and maintained confidentiality).
	Strongly Agree		80%	(4/5)
	Agree		20%	(1/5)
	Neutral		0%	(0/5)
	Disagree		0%	(0/5)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/5)

The information on the screen was clear and understandable.
	Strongly Agree		40%	(2/5)
	Agree		40%	(2/5)
	Neutral		0%	(0/5)
	Disagree		20%	(1/5)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/5)

The transcriber provided communication access which allowed me to actively participate during class.
	Strongly Agree		40%	(2/5)
	Agree		40%	(2/5)
	Neutral		0%	(0/5)
	Disagree		20%	(1/5)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/5)

Important points and vocabularies were emphasized with bold type in my notes.
	Strongly Agree		60%	(3/5)
	Agree		20%	(1/5)
	Neutral		0%	(0/5)
	Disagree		0%	(0/5)
	Strongly Disagree		20%	(1/5)

I received my TypeWell notes within 24 hours.
	Strongly Agree		60%	(3/5)
	Agree		40%	(2/5)
	Neutral		0%	(0/5)
	Disagree		0%	(0/5)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/5)

Section: CART (Captioning)

The captionist arrived on time and was prepared at the begining of the class.
	Strongly Agree		100%	(2/2)
	Agree		0%	(0/2)
	Neutral		0%	(0/2)
	Disagree		0%	(0/2)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/2)

The captionist behaved in a professional manner (acted appropriately, refrained from providing me any counsel, advice, or personal opinion, and maintained confidentiality).
	Strongly Agree		50%	(1/2)
	Agree		50%	(1/2)
	Neutral		0%	(0/2)
	Disagree		0%	(0/2)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/2)

The information on the screen was clear and understandable.
	Strongly Agree		100%	(2/2)
	Agree		0%	(0/2)
	Neutral		0%	(0/2)
	Disagree		0%	(0/2)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/2)

The captionist provided communication access which allowed me to actively participate during class.
	Strongly Agree		50%	(1/2)
	Agree		50%	(1/2)
	Neutral		0%	(0/2)
	Disagree		0%	(0/2)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/2)

I received my CART transcripts in a timely manner.
	Strongly Agree		50%	(1/2)
	Agree		0%	(0/2)
	Neutral		50%	(1/2)
	Disagree		0%	(0/2)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/2)

Section: Remote Captioning

The captionist called on time.
	Strongly Agree		0%	(0/1)
	Agree		100%	(1/1)
	Neutral		0%	(0/1)
	Disagree		0%	(0/1)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/1)

I was able to access the captioned text website during class.
	Strongly Agree		0%	(0/1)
	Agree		100%	(1/1)
	Neutral		0%	(0/1)
	Disagree		0%	(0/1)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/1)

The equipment I used for remote captioning operated reliably.
	Strongly Agree		0%	(0/1)
	Agree		100%	(1/1)
	Nuetral		0%	(0/1)
	Disagree		0%	(0/1)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/1)

I used DRC computer to access remote captioning.
	Yes		100%	(1/1)
	No		0%	(0/1)

I used my own computer to access remote captioning.
	Yes		0%	(0/1)
	No		100%	(1/1)

The information on the screen was clear and understandable.
	Strongly Agree		0%	(0/1)
	Agree		0%	(0/1)
	Neutral		100%	(1/1)
	Disagree		0%	(0/1)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/1)

I was able to download transcripts in a timely manner.
	Strongly Agree		0%	(0/1)
	Agree		100%	(1/1)
	Neutral		0%	(0/1)
	Disagree		0%	(0/1)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/1)

Section: Additional Information

Enrolled:
	Full-Time		77.94%	(53/68)
	Part-Time		22.06%	(15/68)

Age:
	16-18		4.55%	(3/66)
	19-21		36.36%	(24/66)
	22-26		22.73%	(15/66)
	27-35		15.15%	(10/66)
	36-45		10.61%	(7/66)
	46+		10.61%	(7/66)

Class Standing:
	Freshman		9.09%	(6/66)
	Sophomore		22.73%	(15/66)
	Junior		28.79%	(19/66)
	Senior		31.82%	(21/66)
	Graduate		4.55%	(3/66)
	Graduate Special		0%	(0/66)
	Non-Degree		3.03%	(2/66)

Gender:
	Male		37.88%	(25/66)
	Female		62.12%	(41/66)
	Transgender		0%	(0/66)

Ethnic Background: (Check all that apply)
	Black, Non-Hispanic		2.86%	(2/70)
	Hispanic		5.71%	(4/70)
	Native American		1.43%	(1/70)
	Asian, Pacific Islander		5.71%	(4/70)
	White, Non-Hispanic		74.29%	(52/70)
	Other		10%	(7/70)