DRC Survey Results


Survey: DRC End of Semester Survey - Spring 2007


Total Number of Response: 64


Section: General Information

 
Semester:
 
  Fall 6.25%(4/64)
  Spring 93.75%(60/64)
  Summer 0%(0/64)


 
Please identify disability. (Check All that apply)
 
  Learning Disability 36.25%(29/80)
  Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder 8.75%(7/80)
  Hearing 7.5%(6/80)
  Vision 2.5%(2/80)
  Psychological 15%(12/80)
  Acquired Brain Injury 0%(0/80)
  Mobility 6.25%(5/80)
  Health-Related Disability 17.5%(14/80)
  Other 6.25%(5/80)


 
Type of services/accommodations receiving: (Check all that apply)
 
  Assistive Technology 11.9%(10/84)
  Alternative Testing 42.86%(36/84)
  Note Taking 10.71%(9/84)
  Alternative Text 3.57%(3/84)
  Interpreter 1.19%(1/84)
  TypeWell 2.38%(2/84)
  CART (Captioning) 2.38%(2/84)
  Remote Captioning 1.19%(1/84)
  I did not receive any service this semester 23.81%(20/84)


 
The DRC staff responds to my questions and concerns.
 
  Strongly Agree 76.56%(49/64)
  Agree 10.94%(7/64)
  Neutral 6.25%(4/64)
  Disagree 4.69%(3/64)
  Strongly Disagree 1.56%(1/64)


 
The DRC staff effectively communicates my needs to faculty.
 
  Strongly Agree 62.5%(40/64)
  Agree 18.75%(12/64)
  Neutral 9.38%(6/64)
  Disagree 4.69%(3/64)
  Strongly Disagree 1.56%(1/64)
  Not Applicable 3.13%(2/64)


 
The DRC staff is effective in providing services and addressing my needs.
 
  Strongly Agree 68.75%(44/64)
  Agree 18.75%(12/64)
  Neutral 4.69%(3/64)
  Disagree 4.69%(3/64)
  Strongly Disagree 3.13%(2/64)


 
If warranted, I would use the DRC service again.
 
  Strongly Agree 79.69%(51/64)
  Agree 7.81%(5/64)
  Neutral 10.94%(7/64)
  Disagree 0%(0/64)
  Strongly Disagree 1.56%(1/64)


Section: Assistive Technology

 
The equipment in the Assistive Technology Lab operated reliably.
 
  Strongly Agree 40%(4/10)
  Agree 30%(3/10)
  Neutral 30%(3/10)
  Disagree 0%(0/10)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/10)


 
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 50%(5/10)
  Agree 20%(2/10)
  Neutral 10%(1/10)
  Disagree 0%(0/10)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/10)
  Not Applicable 20%(2/10)


 
The physical environment of the Assistive Technology Lab provided an appropriate training and computing environment.
 
  Strongly Agree 40%(4/10)
  Agree 30%(3/10)
  Neutral 30%(3/10)
  Disagree 0%(0/10)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/10)


 
The use of the technology in the Assistive Technology Lab has increased my ability to complete work independently.
 
  Strongly Agree 40%(4/10)
  Agree 30%(3/10)
  Neutral 30%(3/10)
  Disagree 0%(0/10)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/10)


 
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%(5/10)
  Agree 20%(2/10)
  Neutral 10%(1/10)
  Disagree 0%(0/10)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/10)
  Not Applicable 20%(2/10)


Section: Alternative Testing

 
Exams were scheduled within the preferred time that I requested.
 
  Strongly Agree 80.56%(29/36)
  Agree 13.89%(5/36)
  Neutral 5.56%(2/36)
  Disagree 0%(0/36)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/36)


 
Exams arrived on time for my scheduled test.
 
  Strongly Agree 58.33%(21/36)
  Agree 30.56%(11/36)
  Neutral 2.78%(1/36)
  Disagree 8.33%(3/36)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/36)


 
When necessary, the DRC staff communicated my needs effectively to faculty.
 
  Strongly Agree 66.67%(24/36)
  Agree 16.67%(6/36)
  Neutral 5.56%(2/36)
  Disagree 5.56%(2/36)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/36)
  Not Applicable 5.56%(2/36)


 
The physical environment of the testing rooms inside the DRC provided for an appropriate alternative testing situation.
 
  Strongly Agree 58.33%(21/36)
  Agree 19.44%(7/36)
  Neutral 8.33%(3/36)
  Disagree 8.33%(3/36)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/36)
  Not Applicable 5.56%(2/36)


 
The physical environment of the testing rooms outside the DRC provided for an appropriate alternative testing situation.
 
  Strongly Agree 44.44%(16/36)
  Agree 25%(9/36)
  Neutral 11.11%(4/36)
  Disagree 2.78%(1/36)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/36)
  Not Applicable 16.67%(6/36)


 
Receiving alternative testing increases my opportunity to demonstrate my understanding of course material content.
 
  Strongly Agree 80.56%(29/36)
  Agree 13.89%(5/36)
  Neutral 0%(0/36)
  Disagree 5.56%(2/36)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/36)


Section: Note Taking

 
I received my notes from my notetaker in a timely manner.
 
  Strongly Agree 44.44%(4/9)
  Agree 33.33%(3/9)
  Neutral 22.22%(2/9)
  Disagree 0%(0/9)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/9)


 
The notes I received were clear and understandable.
 
  Strongly Agree 33.33%(3/9)
  Agree 44.44%(4/9)
  Neutral 11.11%(1/9)
  Disagree 11.11%(1/9)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/9)


 
My note taker noted important dates and information clearly.
 
  Strongly Agree 22.22%(2/9)
  Agree 66.67%(6/9)
  Neutral 11.11%(1/9)
  Disagree 0%(0/9)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/9)


 
My note taker showed a willingness to accept feedback and suggestions.
 
  Strongly Agree 22.22%(2/9)
  Agree 55.56%(5/9)
  Neutral 11.11%(1/9)
  Disagree 11.11%(1/9)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/9)


 
My note taker made arrangements for me to receive notes in the event of his/her absence.
 
  Strongly Agree 0%(0/9)
  Agree 33.33%(3/9)
  Neutral 33.33%(3/9)
  Disagree 11.11%(1/9)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/9)
  Not Applicable 22.22%(2/9)


Section: Alternative Text

 
I received my alternative text in a timely manner and/or by syllabus dates.
 
  Strongly Agree 66.67%(2/3)
  Agree 33.33%(1/3)
  Neutral 0%(0/3)
  Disagree 0%(0/3)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/3)


 
I was able to navigate my data CDs and successfully access course materials.
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(3/3)
  Agree 0%(0/3)
  Neutral 0%(0/3)
  Disagree 0%(0/3)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/3)


 
My data CDs allowed for clear understanding of my course materials.
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(3/3)
  Agree 0%(0/3)
  Neutral 0%(0/3)
  Disagree 0%(0/3)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/3)


 
The screen reader and/or text-to-speech software (ReadPlease) was an effective reading tool for my data CDs.
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(3/3)
  Agree 0%(0/3)
  Neutral 0%(0/3)
  Disagree 0%(0/3)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/3)


 
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 100%(3/3)
  Agree 0%(0/3)
  Neutral 0%(0/3)
  Disagree 0%(0/3)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/3)
  Not Applicable 0%(0/3)


 
Instructions on my data CDs were clear.
 
  Strongly Agree 66.67%(2/3)
  Agree 33.33%(1/3)
  Neutral 0%(0/3)
  Disagree 0%(0/3)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/3)


 
Receiving alternative text from the DRC increased my ability to master course requirements.
 
  Strongly Agree 66.67%(2/3)
  Agree 0%(0/3)
  Neutral 33.33%(1/3)
  Disagree 0%(0/3)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/3)


Section: Interpreter

 
The interpreter arrived on time.
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(1/1)
  Agree 0%(0/1)
  Neutral 0%(0/1)
  Disagree 0%(0/1)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/1)


 
The interpreter behaved in a professional manner (acted appropriately, refrained from providing me any counsel, advice, or personal opinion, and maintained confidentiality).
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(1/1)
  Agree 0%(0/1)
  Neutral 0%(0/1)
  Disagree 0%(0/1)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/1)


 
I understood the interpreter.
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(1/1)
  Agree 0%(0/1)
  Neutral 0%(0/1)
  Disagree 0%(0/1)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/1)


 
The interpreter understood me when I signed.
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(1/1)
  Agree 0%(0/1)
  Neutral 0%(0/1)
  Disagree 0%(0/1)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/1)


 
The interpreter matched the teacher's expression (speed, mood, & meaning).
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(1/1)
  Agree 0%(0/1)
  Neutral 0%(0/1)
  Disagree 0%(0/1)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/1)


 
The interpreter had clear fingerspelling.
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(1/1)
  Agree 0%(0/1)
  Neutral 0%(0/1)
  Disagree 0%(0/1)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/1)


 
The interpreter provided communication access which allowed me to actively participate during class.
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(1/1)
  Agree 0%(0/1)
  Neutral 0%(0/1)
  Disagree 0%(0/1)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/1)


Section: TypeWell

 
The transcriber 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 transcriber behaved in a professional manner (acted appropriately, refrained from providing me any counsel, advice, or personal opinion, and maintained confidentiality).
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(2/2)
  Agree 0%(0/2)
  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 transcriber 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)


 
Important points and vocabularies were emphasized with bold type in my notes.
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(2/2)
  Agree 0%(0/2)
  Neutral 0%(0/2)
  Disagree 0%(0/2)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/2)


 
I received my TypeWell notes within 24 hours.
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(2/2)
  Agree 0%(0/2)
  Neutral 0%(0/2)
  Disagree 0%(0/2)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/2)


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 100%(2/2)
  Agree 0%(0/2)
  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 100%(2/2)
  Agree 0%(0/2)
  Neutral 0%(0/2)
  Disagree 0%(0/2)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/2)


Section: Remote Captioning

 
The captionist called on time.
 
  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 access the captioned text website during class.
 
  Strongly Agree 0%(0/1)
  Agree 0%(0/1)
  Neutral 0%(0/1)
  Disagree 100%(1/1)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/1)


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


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


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


 
The information on the screen was clear and understandable.
 
  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 download transcripts in a timely manner.
 
  Strongly Agree 100%(1/1)
  Agree 0%(0/1)
  Neutral 0%(0/1)
  Disagree 0%(0/1)
  Strongly Disagree 0%(0/1)


Section: Additional Information

 
Enrolled:
 
  Full-Time 75%(48/64)
  Part-Time 25%(16/64)


 
Age:
 
  16-18 3.17%(2/63)
  19-21 23.81%(15/63)
  22-26 26.98%(17/63)
  27-35 19.05%(12/63)
  36-45 12.7%(8/63)
  46+ 14.29%(9/63)


 
Class Standing:
 
  Freshman 7.94%(5/63)
  Sophomore 12.7%(8/63)
  Junior 22.22%(14/63)
  Senior 46.03%(29/63)
  Graduate 6.35%(4/63)
  Graduate Special 3.17%(2/63)
  Non-Degree 1.59%(1/63)


 
Gender:
 
  Male 32.81%(21/64)
  Female 67.19%(43/64)
  Transgender 0%(0/64)


 
Ethnic Background: (Check all that apply)
 
  Black, Non-Hispanic 1.52%(1/66)
  Hispanic 7.58%(5/66)
  Native American 3.03%(2/66)
  Asian, Pacific Islander 4.55%(3/66)
  White, Non-Hispanic 75.76%(50/66)
  Other 7.58%(5/66)