DSLCC Spring 2008 Graduate Exit Survey

 Thank you for helping DSLCC improve its programs and services!

INSTRUCTIONS:  There are two ways you may complete this survey.  You may submit it on-line after completing it or you may print it, complete it on paper, and mail it to:

   Mr. Terry Johnson
    DSLCC Institutional Research Assistant   
    PO Box 1000
    Clifton Forge, VA 24422

Either way, ALL REPLIES WILL BE CONFIDENTIAL!  We request your name to verify that you have completed the survey. After verification, your name is erased from the file. Comments and other answers are combined before distribution to the college personnel involved.  Please be fair and constructive in your evaluation, so that we can improve our programs and services.  Thank you very much.

1. The following are general areas that all educational programs may address.  Please mark your estimate of your level of accomplishment in each area when you entered DSLCC.  Number 1 is the lowest level of accomplishment; number 10 is the highest.

Effective written and oral communication                           

Increased learning skills and desire to keep learning           

Problem recognition and solving skills                                

Values clarification and development of personal ethics      

Interpersonal skills and human relations                              

Math skills                                                                        

Computer skills                                                                 

Understanding science and technology                               

Health and fitness                                                              

2. The following are general areas that all educational programs may address.  Please mark your level of accomplishment in each area NOW.  Number 1 is the lowest level of accomplishment; number 10 is the highest.

Effective written and oral communication                           

Increased learning skills and desire to keep learning           

Problem recognition and solving skills                                

Values clarification and development of personal ethics      

Interpersonal skills and human relations                              

Math skills                                                                        

Computer skills                                                                 

Understanding science and technology                               

Health and fitness                                                              

3. To what extent were you satisfied with the programs and services at DSLCC?

Very Satisfied  
Somewhat satisfied
Undecided
Somewhat dissatisfied
Very dissatisfied

4.To what extent did the classroom use of computer or other technology improve your learning compared to more traditional "chalk and talk" classes?

Learning was greatly improved
Learning was somewhat improved
Learning was improved very little
Learning was not improved at all
None of my classes used computer or other technology

5. Mark any of the examples of ways an instructor's use of technology in the classroom improved your learning this semester (or the most recent semester in which you were enrolled). Mark all that apply.

PowerPoint class notes
Videos shown in class
SmartBoard use for notes or diagrams
Blackboard discussion boards
Blackboard tests or quizzes
Attending class via Elluminate
Accessing the internet during class
Simulations
Other (Please explain in comment area. Only six lines are recorded.  Please be succinct.)

6. Mark any of the ways that your use of technology in the classroom or lab has improved your work experience or job prospects. Mark all that apply.

My use of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) will help me on the job.
I've learned how to do internet searches better, which will help in the work world.
Hands on experience with the technology specific to my occupational program will help me on the job.
My experience with email and attached files will be useful on the job
Other (Please explain in comment area. Only six lines are recorded.  Please be succinct.)

7. Mark any of the ways that your use of technology in the classroom or lab has improved your ability to transfer to a four-year college or university. Mark all that apply.

My use of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) will help me at a four-year college.
I've learned how to do internet searches better.
Hands on experience with the technology specific to my occupational program will help me at a four year college.
My experience with email and attached files will be useful when I transfer.
Other (Please explain in comment area. Only six lines are recorded.  Please be succinct.)

8. How many hours per week on average this semester (or the most recent semester in which you were enrolled) did you use a computer for a class assignment during class time?

9 or more hours
6-8 hours
3-5 hours
1-2 hours
Used a computer less than one hour or not at all.

9. How many hours per week on average this semester (or the most recent semester in which you were enrolled) did you use a computer for classwork outside of class time?

9 or more hours
6-8 hours
3-5 hours
1-2 hours
Used a computer less than one hour or not at all.

10. Did you take any developmental courses (ENG 01, 03, 04, 05; MTH 02, 03, 04, etc.) at DSLCC?

 

    10a. If you took developmental classes, how well did these courses prepare you for college-level classes?

Well prepared
Moderately prepared
Poorly prepared
 

11. Would you recommend DSLCC to someone wanting to major in your program?

    Yes, enthusiastically      Yes, with reservations     No

If you would not recommend your program, please explain why in the box below. Please give constructive suggestions as well as an explanation. (Only six lines are recorded.  Please be succinct.)

12. Please rate the following services at DSLCC:

    Quality of education in your program courses.   
   
    Quality of education in other courses                
   
    Advising by Student Service advisors                

    Access to faculty outside classrooms                  

    Access to administrators
            (Deans, Directors, Vice-Presidents, etc.)     

    Library/Learning Resources Center Services      

    Achievement Center                                          
   
    Laboratory facilities and equipment                   

    Access to computers                                          

    Assistance with computers and software             
   
    Course availability in your program                    

    Level of service in Student Services                  

     Level of service in the Business Office              
   
    Level of service in the Bookstore                       

    Level of service in the Rockbridge Center          

13. Did you take part in student activities (sports, plays, other events)?

Yes    No

   13a. If yes, please rate the overall level of the activities.

Exceptional
Good
Fair
 Poor

14. Do you have a computer available at home with Internet access?

15. Have you applied to a 4-year college or university?

        15a. If yes, have you been accepted at a 4-year school?

        15b. If yes, please give the name of the school in the box below:

             

16. Do you have a job?

Yes, a full-time job
Yes, a part-time job
No

        16a. If yes, how is this job related to your program at DSLCC?            

Strongly
Moderately
Weakly
Not related

16.b. If yes, please choose your hourly salary range.  (If your salary is paid on a yearly basis, divide the yearly salary by 2080.):

$7.00 or less per hour
$7.00 or more, up to $9.99 per hour
$10.00 or more, up to $14.99 per hour
$15.00 or more per hour

17. Do you hope to change jobs because of the certificate or degree you earned at DSLCC?

Yes  No    Unsure

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18: Please choose the name of your program from this list. (Choose only one.  Others may be named in the comment question - #19 - below.):
 
           Associate Degrees in Arts and Sciences (two-year transfer programs):

Business Administration
Business Administration with Specialization in Business Foundations
Education
General Studies
Science

    Associate Degrees in Applied Sciences (two year occupational programs):

Administration of Justice
Administration of Justice with Specialization in Forensic Science
Administrative Support Technology
Technical Studies in Advanced Manufacturing and Packaging
Business Management
Culinary Arts and Management
 		 Forestry Technology
Information Systems Technology
Nursing (RN)
Technical Studies in Welding  

 Certificate Programs (One year occupational programs):

Advanced Health Care
Advanced Manufacturing and Packaging Technology
Banking
Business Leadership and Communications
Clerical Support
Culinary Arts
Forensic Science
Hospitality Services		 Hospitality Services with Specialization in Hospitality Management
Law Enforcement
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
Massage Therapy
Microcomputer Operations
Office Management
Welding

Career Studies Certificates (one semester occupational programs):

Advanced Manufacturing and Packaging Fundamentals
Business Leadership
Child Care
Diesel Mechanics
Basic Esthetician
Golf Operations
HVACR
Hospitality Management
Introductory Health Care
Turf Management
Massage Therapy		  

Medical Coding
Networking Technologies
Office User
PC Repair
Pharmacy Technician
Recreational Leadership
Small Business Management
Truck Driving Training
Web Page Design
Welding


Other program not on any list
 

19. What do you think are your program's greatest strengths? (Only ten lines are recorded.  Please be succinct.)

20. If you could improve one thing about your program, what would it be? (Only ten lines are recorded.  Please be succinct.)

21. Please give any other comments or suggestions below. (Only ten lines are recorded.  Please be succinct.)

        

23. Please give your name, so we can report that you completed the survey. It will then be removed to guarantee your anonymity.

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