Survey: DRC End of Semester Survey - Spring 2008

Total Number of Response: 66

Section: General Information

Semester:
	Fall		1.52%	(1/66)
	Spring		98.48%	(65/66)
	Summer		0%	(0/66)

Please identify disability. (Check All that apply)
	Learning Disability		31.96%	(31/97)
	Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder		16.49%	(16/97)
	Hearing		7.22%	(7/97)
	Vision		4.12%	(4/97)
	Psychological		8.25%	(8/97)
	Acquired Brain Injury		2.06%	(2/97)
	Mobility		7.22%	(7/97)
	Health-Related Disability		13.4%	(13/97)
	Other		9.28%	(9/97)

Type of services/accommodations receiving: (Check all that apply)
	Assistive Technology		6.67%	(7/105)
	Alternative Testing		39.05%	(41/105)
	Note Taking		11.43%	(12/105)
	Alternative Text		13.33%	(14/105)
	Interpreter		2.86%	(3/105)
	TypeWell		3.81%	(4/105)
	CART (Captioning)		4.76%	(5/105)
	Remote Captioning		0%	(0/105)
	I did not receive any service this semester		18.1%	(19/105)

The DRC staff responds to my questions and concerns.
	Strongly Agree		66.67%	(44/66)
	Agree		19.7%	(13/66)
	Neutral		9.09%	(6/66)
	Disagree		4.55%	(3/66)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/66)

The DRC staff effectively communicates my needs to faculty.
	Strongly Agree		48.48%	(32/66)
	Agree		24.24%	(16/66)
	Neutral		13.64%	(9/66)
	Disagree		4.55%	(3/66)
	Strongly Disagree		3.03%	(2/66)
	Not Applicable		6.06%	(4/66)

The DRC staff is effective in providing services and addressing my needs.
	Strongly Agree		65.15%	(43/66)
	Agree		19.7%	(13/66)
	Neutral		7.58%	(5/66)
	Disagree		7.58%	(5/66)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/66)

If warranted, I would use the DRC service again.
	Strongly Agree		74.24%	(49/66)
	Agree		12.12%	(8/66)
	Neutral		9.09%	(6/66)
	Disagree		3.03%	(2/66)
	Strongly Disagree		1.52%	(1/66)

Section: Assistive Technology

The equipment in the Assistive Technology Lab operated reliably.
	Strongly Agree		57.14%	(4/7)
	Agree		0%	(0/7)
	Neutral		28.57%	(2/7)
	Disagree		14.29%	(1/7)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/7)

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		57.14%	(4/7)
	Agree		0%	(0/7)
	Neutral		0%	(0/7)
	Disagree		14.29%	(1/7)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/7)
	Not Applicable		28.57%	(2/7)

The physical environment of the Assistive Technology Lab provided an appropriate training and computing environment.
	Strongly Agree		14.29%	(1/7)
	Agree		14.29%	(1/7)
	Neutral		28.57%	(2/7)
	Disagree		42.86%	(3/7)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/7)

The use of the technology in the Assistive Technology Lab has increased my ability to complete work independently.
	Strongly Agree		28.57%	(2/7)
	Agree		28.57%	(2/7)
	Neutral		28.57%	(2/7)
	Disagree		14.29%	(1/7)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/7)

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		57.14%	(4/7)
	Agree		14.29%	(1/7)
	Neutral		0%	(0/7)
	Disagree		14.29%	(1/7)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/7)
	Not Applicable		14.29%	(1/7)

Section: Alternative Testing

Exams were scheduled within the preferred time that I requested.
	Strongly Agree		64.29%	(27/42)
	Agree		28.57%	(12/42)
	Neutral		4.76%	(2/42)
	Disagree		2.38%	(1/42)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/42)

Exams arrived on time for my scheduled test.
	Strongly Agree		61.9%	(26/42)
	Agree		21.43%	(9/42)
	Neutral		7.14%	(3/42)
	Disagree		2.38%	(1/42)
	Strongly Disagree		7.14%	(3/42)

When necessary, the DRC staff communicated my needs effectively to faculty.
	Strongly Agree		57.14%	(24/42)
	Agree		21.43%	(9/42)
	Neutral		9.52%	(4/42)
	Disagree		2.38%	(1/42)
	Strongly Disagree		2.38%	(1/42)
	Not Applicable		7.14%	(3/42)

The physical environment of the testing rooms inside the DRC provided for an appropriate alternative testing situation.
	Strongly Agree		54.76%	(23/42)
	Agree		28.57%	(12/42)
	Neutral		7.14%	(3/42)
	Disagree		0%	(0/42)
	Strongly Disagree		4.76%	(2/42)
	Not Applicable		4.76%	(2/42)

The physical environment of the testing rooms outside the DRC provided for an appropriate alternative testing situation.
	Strongly Agree		30.95%	(13/42)
	Agree		30.95%	(13/42)
	Neutral		4.76%	(2/42)
	Disagree		4.76%	(2/42)
	Strongly Disagree		2.38%	(1/42)
	Not Applicable		26.19%	(11/42)

Receiving alternative testing increases my opportunity to demonstrate my understanding of course material content.
	Strongly Agree		78.57%	(33/42)
	Agree		11.9%	(5/42)
	Neutral		9.52%	(4/42)
	Disagree		0%	(0/42)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/42)

Section: Note Taking

I received my notes from my notetaker in a timely manner.
	Strongly Agree		41.67%	(5/12)
	Agree		33.33%	(4/12)
	Neutral		16.67%	(2/12)
	Disagree		8.33%	(1/12)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/12)

The notes I received were clear and understandable.
	Strongly Agree		33.33%	(4/12)
	Agree		58.33%	(7/12)
	Neutral		8.33%	(1/12)
	Disagree		0%	(0/12)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/12)

My note taker noted important dates and information clearly.
	Strongly Agree		25%	(3/12)
	Agree		58.33%	(7/12)
	Neutral		16.67%	(2/12)
	Disagree		0%	(0/12)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/12)

My note taker showed a willingness to accept feedback and suggestions.
	Strongly Agree		50%	(6/12)
	Agree		16.67%	(2/12)
	Neutral		33.33%	(4/12)
	Disagree		0%	(0/12)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/12)

My note taker made arrangements for me to receive notes in the event of his/her absence.
	Strongly Agree		41.67%	(5/12)
	Agree		25%	(3/12)
	Neutral		16.67%	(2/12)
	Disagree		8.33%	(1/12)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/12)
	Not Applicable		8.33%	(1/12)

Section: Alternative Text

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

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

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

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

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

Instructions on my data CDs were clear.
	Strongly Agree		0%	(0/0)
	Agree		0%	(0/0)
	Neutral		0%	(0/0)
	Disagree		0%	(0/0)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/0)

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

Section: Interpreter

The interpreter arrived on time.
	Strongly Agree		33.33%	(1/3)
	Agree		33.33%	(1/3)
	Neutral		0%	(0/3)
	Disagree		33.33%	(1/3)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/3)

The interpreter behaved in a professional manner (acted appropriately, refrained from providing me any counsel, advice, or personal opinion, and maintained confidentiality).
	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 understood the interpreter.
	Strongly Agree		33.33%	(1/3)
	Agree		66.67%	(2/3)
	Neutral		0%	(0/3)
	Disagree		0%	(0/3)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/3)

The interpreter understood me when I signed.
	Strongly Agree		33.33%	(1/3)
	Agree		0%	(0/3)
	Neutral		0%	(0/3)
	Disagree		66.67%	(2/3)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/3)

The interpreter matched the teacher's expression (speed, mood, & meaning).
	Strongly Agree		0%	(0/3)
	Agree		100%	(3/3)
	Neutral		0%	(0/3)
	Disagree		0%	(0/3)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/3)

The interpreter had clear fingerspelling.
	Strongly Agree		33.33%	(1/3)
	Agree		66.67%	(2/3)
	Neutral		0%	(0/3)
	Disagree		0%	(0/3)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/3)

The interpreter provided communication access which allowed me to actively participate during class.
	Strongly Agree		33.33%	(1/3)
	Agree		0%	(0/3)
	Neutral		33.33%	(1/3)
	Disagree		33.33%	(1/3)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/3)

Section: TypeWell

The transcriber arrived on time and was prepared at the begining of the class.
	Strongly Agree		50%	(2/4)
	Agree		50%	(2/4)
	Neutral		0%	(0/4)
	Disagree		0%	(0/4)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/4)

The transcriber behaved in a professional manner (acted appropriately, refrained from providing me any counsel, advice, or personal opinion, and maintained confidentiality).
	Strongly Agree		75%	(3/4)
	Agree		25%	(1/4)
	Neutral		0%	(0/4)
	Disagree		0%	(0/4)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/4)

The information on the screen was clear and understandable.
	Strongly Agree		25%	(1/4)
	Agree		75%	(3/4)
	Neutral		0%	(0/4)
	Disagree		0%	(0/4)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/4)

The transcriber provided communication access which allowed me to actively participate during class.
	Strongly Agree		25%	(1/4)
	Agree		0%	(0/4)
	Neutral		75%	(3/4)
	Disagree		0%	(0/4)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/4)

Important points and vocabularies were emphasized with bold type in my notes.
	Strongly Agree		25%	(1/4)
	Agree		75%	(3/4)
	Neutral		0%	(0/4)
	Disagree		0%	(0/4)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/4)

I received my TypeWell notes within 24 hours.
	Strongly Agree		25%	(1/4)
	Agree		25%	(1/4)
	Neutral		25%	(1/4)
	Disagree		25%	(1/4)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/4)

Section: CART (Captioning)

The captionist arrived on time and was prepared at the begining of the class.
	Strongly Agree		60%	(3/5)
	Agree		40%	(2/5)
	Neutral		0%	(0/5)
	Disagree		0%	(0/5)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/5)

The captionist 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		80%	(4/5)
	Agree		0%	(0/5)
	Neutral		20%	(1/5)
	Disagree		0%	(0/5)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/5)

The captionist provided communication access which allowed me to actively participate during class.
	Strongly Agree		80%	(4/5)
	Agree		20%	(1/5)
	Neutral		0%	(0/5)
	Disagree		0%	(0/5)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/5)

I received my CART transcripts in a timely manner.
	Strongly Agree		80%	(4/5)
	Agree		20%	(1/5)
	Neutral		0%	(0/5)
	Disagree		0%	(0/5)
	Strongly Disagree		0%	(0/5)

Section: Remote Captioning

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Section: Additional Information

Enrolled:
	Full-Time		69.7%	(46/66)
	Part-Time		30.3%	(20/66)

Age:
	16-18		4.62%	(3/65)
	19-21		21.54%	(14/65)
	22-26		32.31%	(21/65)
	27-35		21.54%	(14/65)
	36-45		7.69%	(5/65)
	46+		12.31%	(8/65)

Class Standing:
	Freshman		6.06%	(4/66)
	Sophomore		13.64%	(9/66)
	Junior		21.21%	(14/66)
	Senior		46.97%	(31/66)
	Graduate		9.09%	(6/66)
	Graduate Special		1.52%	(1/66)
	Non-Degree		1.52%	(1/66)

Gender:
	Male		40.91%	(27/66)
	Female		59.09%	(39/66)
	Transgender		0%	(0/66)

Ethnic Background: (Check all that apply)
	Black, Non-Hispanic		5.41%	(4/74)
	Hispanic		8.11%	(6/74)
	Native American		6.76%	(5/74)
	Asian, Pacific Islander		4.05%	(3/74)
	White, Non-Hispanic		70.27%	(52/74)
	Other		5.41%	(4/74)