Adjunct Faculty Responses to Campus Survey, Fall 1998

Mission Statement #1 "To provide fully accredited occupational, academic, and pre-professional courses leading to certificates, associate degrees, and/or the first two years of transferable credit toward baccalaureate degrees."



Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Do Not Know/Does Not Apply TOTAL

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This mission statement is appropriate for Del Mar College. 59 64.8% 30 33.0% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 91 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 33 35.1% 56 59.6% 2 2.1% 3 3.2% 94 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 11 12.0% 57 62.0% 17 18.5% 7 7.6% 92 100.0%

Mission Statement #2 "To provide students with opportunities to train for economic independence; and to prepare for job entry, occupational advancement, and career development."



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This mission statement is appropriate for Del Mar College. 56 62.9% 29 32.6% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 2 2.2% 89 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 32 34.0% 53 56.4% 4 4.3% 0 .0% 5 5.3% 94 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 11 12.4% 51 57.3% 14 15.7% 1 1.1% 12 13.5% 89 100.0%

Mission Statement #3 "To provide remedial work, where needed and where possible, to help entering students to perform successfully in their chosen academic or occupational fields of study."



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This mission statement is appropriate for Del Mar College. 46 51.7% 32 36.0% 6 6.7% 3 3.4% 2 2.2% 89 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 28 29.8% 48 51.1% 5 5.3% 1 1.1% 12 12.8% 94 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 16 18.0% 41 46.1% 14 15.7% 3 3.4% 15 16.9% 89 100.0%

Mission Statement #4 "To provide students the opportunity for lifelong learning in occupational and avocational pursuits, personal enrichment, and general education based on a liberal arts curriculum."



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This mission statement is appropriate for Del Mar College. 50 56.2% 34 38.2% 2 2.2% 1 1.1% 2 2.2% 89 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 26 28.0% 57 61.3% 4 4.3% 1 1.1% 5 5.4% 93 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 16 18.0% 45 50.6% 16 18.0% 1 1.1% 11 12.4% 89 100.0%

Mission Statement #5 "To provide students with opportunites to increase intellectual capacities; to develop aesthetic awareness; to expand the dimensions of personal, social, ethical, and cultural development; and to develop qualities essential to good citizenship."



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This mission statement is appropriate for Del Mar College. 46 50.5% 40 44.0% 3 3.3% 1 1.1% 1 1.1% 91 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 25 26.6% 55 58.5% 7 7.4% 1 1.1% 6 6.4% 94 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 13 14.6% 46 51.7% 17 19.1% 1 1.1% 12 13.5% 89 100.0%

Mission Statement #6 "To provide educational activites in cooperation with area independent school districts, other institutions of higher learning, area industries, and area military bases; and to encourage and provide cultural activities, both independent of, and in cooperation with, organizations and groups in the community."



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This mission statement is appropriate for Del Mar College. 40 44.9% 44 49.4% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 3 3.4% 89 100.0%
Del Mar College is fulfilling this mission. 20 21.3% 54 57.4% 7 7.4% 0 .0% 13 13.8% 94 100.0%
Del Mar College has the resources (finances, space, support services) to fulfill this purpose. 14 15.4% 40 44.0% 19 20.9% 1 1.1% 17 18.7% 91 100.0%



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The Del Mar College mission statement adequately reflects the College's educational role in the community. 41 44.1% 48 51.6% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 2 2.2% 93 100.0%
The Del Mar College mission statement is clear and concise and easily understood. 37 38.9% 50 52.6% 4 4.2% 1 1.1% 3 3.2% 95 100.0%
The Del Mar College mission statement provides a useful framework for formulating specific goals. 31 34.1% 53 58.2% 3 3.3% 0 .0% 4 4.4% 91 100.0%

In the last five years I have been involved in the development or review of the mission statement in:

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Program reviews 15 16.0% 79 84.0% 94 100.0%
Departmental discussion of unit plans 16 17.2% 77 82.8% 93 100.0%
Strategic planning 5 5.4% 88 94.6% 93 100.0%

Institutional Effectiveness

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I have been involved in developing unit plans or goals in 1997 and 1998. 3 3.2% 12 12.9% 14 15.1% 3 3.2% 61 65.6% 93 100.0%
Unit plan assessment findings are beneficial in improving classes or programs. 7 7.5% 32 34.4% 1 1.1% 1 1.1% 52 55.9% 93 100.0%

Please indicate your division

Arts & Sciences Business Occupational Education Total

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Please indicate your division. 60 66.7% 11 12.2% 19 21.1% 90 100.0%

Organization and Administration

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Do Not Know/Does Not Apply Total

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The Del Mar Board of Regents is free from undue pressure from political, religious, or other external bodies. 7 7.4% 21 22.3% 18 19.1% 5 5.3% 43 45.7% 94 100.0%
The Del Mar Board of Regents protects College administrators from undue pressure from political, religious, or other external bodies. 4 4.3% 21 22.6% 13 14.0% 2 2.2% 53 57.0% 93 100.0%
There is a distinction at Del Mar College, in practice, between the policy-making responsibility of the Board of Regents and the responsibility of the administration and faculty to implement policy. 6 6.5% 23 24.7% 8 8.6% 2 2.2% 54 58.1% 93 100.0%
The administration implements policy within a broad framework as established by the Board of Regents of Del Mar College. 8 8.6% 32 34.4% 2 2.2% 1 1.1% 50 53.8% 93 100.0%
Board Members do not usually concern themselves with details of day-to-day activities. 8 8.6% 17 18.3% 8 8.6% 0 .0% 60 64.5% 93 100.0%

Financial Resources

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The College provides sufficient financial resources to support my program. 10 10.5% 39 41.1% 14 14.7% 8 8.4% 24 25.3% 95 100.0%
The College provides me the opportunity to participate in the development of the budget. 0 .0% 5 5.3% 13 13.7% 16 16.8% 61 64.2% 95 100.0%
The College has an effective program of internal auditing and financial control. 5 5.4% 14 15.2% 5 5.4% 5 5.4% 63 68.5% 92 100.0%
The College's purchasing policies and procedures are clear and easily understood. 3 3.2% 17 18.1% 5 5.3% 5 5.3% 64 68.1% 94 100.0%
The College has effective inventory management procedures and polices. 4 4.3% 17 18.1% 1 1.1% 4 4.3% 68 72.3% 94 100.0%
The College is following investment policy as prescribed by the Board of Regents. 2 2.2% 8 9.0% 0 .0% 3 3.4% 76 85.4% 89 100.0%
When involved in an externally funded grant or contract, I am free to investigate and report results without influence. 1 1.1% 7 7.5% 0 .0% 4 4.3% 81 87.1% 93 100.0%
I am aware of the College policies involving division of faculty obligations between research and teaching. 5 5.3% 23 24.5% 10 10.6% 3 3.2% 53 56.4% 94 100.0%

Faculty

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I am aware of the College's statement of principle regarding academic freedom. 22 23.2% 54 56.8% 5 5.3% 1 1.1% 13 13.7% 95 100.0%
I feel free to teach, research, and publish at Del Mar College. 24 25.3% 48 50.5% 6 6.3% 0 .0% 17 17.9% 95 100.0%
The College's procedures for termination and non-renewal of faculty contain adequate safeguards for protection of academic freedom. 12 12.8% 25 26.6% 7 7.4% 0 .0% 50 53.2% 94 100.0%
The College encourages faculty to take the initiative for their own professional growth. 17 18.1% 42 44.7% 4 4.3% 3 3.2% 28 29.8% 94 100.0%
Del Mar College provides adequate resources to promote my professional growth. 8 8.6% 38 40.9% 6 6.5% 10 10.8% 31 33.3% 93 100.0%
I am aware that the criteria used to measure my performance as a faculty member are listed in the Policies and Procedures Manual. 20 21.3% 44 46.8% 4 4.3% 4 4.3% 22 23.4% 94 100.0%
The criteria in the Policies and Procedures Manual used to measure my performance are clearly stated. 13 13.8% 45 47.9% 1 1.1% 3 3.2% 32 34.0% 94 100.0%
The College promotion and tenure evaluation process has helped me improve my performance as a faculty member. 3 3.2% 12 12.8% 6 6.4% 3 3.2% 70 74.5% 94 100.0%
The College promotion and tenure process improves the educational program. 3 3.2% 21 22.1% 8 8.4% 3 3.2% 60 63.2% 95 100.0%
The College provides adequate guidelines for the use of results of promotion and tenure evaluations. 3 3.2% 23 24.5% 2 2.1% 4 4.3% 62 66.0% 94 100.0%
The faculty compensation scale at Del Mar College is well designed. 2 2.1% 21 22.3% 13 13.8% 9 9.6% 49 52.1% 94 100.0%
The College clearly states the policies and procedures for faculty salary increases. 2 2.1% 22 23.2% 6 6.3% 7 7.4% 58 61.1% 95 100.0%
No external pressure is applied to faculty to determine grades on any other basis than student achievement. 29 30.9% 40 42.6% 3 3.2% 1 1.1% 21 22.3% 94 100.0%
The ratio of full-time to part-time faculty at Del Mar College is appropriate. 9 9.5% 32 33.7% 8 8.4% 11 11.6% 35 36.8% 95 100.0%
The primary responsibility for the quality of the educational program at Del Mar College resides with the faculty. 21 22.3% 52 55.3% 6 6.4% 2 2.1% 13 13.8% 94 100.0%
Faculty responsibilities are assigned equitably and reasonably. 9 9.5% 36 37.9% 6 6.3% 5 5.3% 39 41.1% 95 100.0%

Please indicate the number of each of the following on-campus, non-teaching activities you participated in during the 1997-98 school year

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Faculty Council 93 100.0% 93 100.0%

Please indicate the number of each of the following on-campus, non-teaching activities you participated in during the 1997-98 school year

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Faculty Council committees 86 93.5% 4 4.3% 0 .0% 2 2.2% 92 100.0%
Search committees 88 93.6% 3 3.2% 0 .0% 3 3.2% 94 100.0%
Program reviews 78 83.0% 13 13.8% 1 1.1% 2 2.1% 94 100.0%
Southern Association self-study committee 85 91.4% 4 4.3% 1 1.1% 3 3.2% 93 100.0%
Departmental committees 77 82.8% 11 11.8% 2 2.2% 3 3.2% 93 100.0%
College-wide committees (not previously counted) 86 92.5% 4 4.3% 0 .0% 3 3.2% 93 100.0%
Sponsorship of student groups or organizations 84 93.3% 3 3.3% 0 .0% 3 3.3% 90 100.0%

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My total for on-campus, non-teaching activities is 64 69.6% 24 26.1% 3 3.3% 1 1.1% 92 100.0%

Faculty

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How many non-teaching responsibilities do you believe would seriously impair the quality of your teaching? 28 33.7% 34 41.0% 15 18.1% 4 4.8% 2 2.4% 83 100.0%

Please indicate the number of each of the following off-campus, non-teaching activities you participated in during the 1997-98 school year

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Officer, task force member, or major committee member of a professional organization 69 74.2% 16 17.2% 6 6.5% 0 .0% 2 2.2% 93 100.0%
Editor or juror for professional publication 87 94.6% 4 4.3% 0 .0% 0 .0% 1 1.1% 92 100.0%
Publication of a book or article related to your profession 82 89.1% 6 6.5% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 2 2.2% 92 100.0%
Presentation of a paper or workshop related to your profession 69 75.0% 11 12.0% 7 7.6% 1 1.1% 4 4.3% 92 100.0%
Paid or unpaid consulting in your academic area 62 66.7% 13 14.0% 8 8.6% 2 2.2% 8 8.6% 93 100.0%
Service on boards or advisory groups related to academic area 73 78.5% 15 16.1% 1 1.1% 2 2.2% 2 2.2% 93 100.0%
Public service related to academic area (judging UIL contests, etc,) 67 72.8% 15 16.3% 6 6.5% 1 1.1% 3 3.3% 92 100.0%
Other 65 79.3% 13 15.9% 0 .0% 2 2.4% 2 2.4% 82 100.0%

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My total for off-campus, professionally-related, non-teaching activities is 36 42.4% 29 34.1% 11 12.9% 4 4.7% 5 5.9% 85 100.0%

Please indicate how many of the following public service activities not directly related to your subject area you participated in during the 1997-98 school year

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Service on boards of civic, religious, arts or charitable organizations 55 59.8% 24 26.1% 6 6.5% 1 1.1% 6 6.5% 92 100.0%
Service as an adult leader for an on-going youth activity 73 79.3% 11 12.0% 6 6.5% 0 .0% 2 2.2% 92 100.0%
Educational activities (lectures, workshops, religion classes) not related to academic area 47 51.6% 18 19.8% 12 13.2% 4 4.4% 10 11.0% 91 100.0%
Participation in the production of arts activities (not attendance) 76 83.5% 8 8.8% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 5 5.5% 91 100.0%
Other 67 87.0% 8 10.4% 1 1.3% 0 .0% 1 1.3% 77 100.0%

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My total for public service activities not directly related to my teaching field is 32 37.2% 30 34.9% 13 15.1% 6 7.0% 5 5.8% 86 100.0%

Please indicate which of the following faculty development opportunities you have participated in during the last two years

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Workshop on campus 64 68.1% 18 19.1% 9 9.6% 1 1.1% 2 2.1% 94 100.0%
Workshop off campus 62 66.0% 15 16.0% 6 6.4% 3 3.2% 8 8.5% 94 100.0%
Leave of absence for study or research 89 96.7% 1 1.1% 1 1.1% 0 .0% 1 1.1% 92 100.0%
Professional meetings or conferences 52 55.9% 21 22.6% 8 8.6% 5 5.4% 7 7.5% 93 100.0%
College courses for credit 75 81.5% 7 7.6% 5 5.4% 0 .0% 5 5.4% 92 100.0%
College courses not for credit 78 86.7% 7 7.8% 2 2.2% 1 1.1% 2 2.2% 90 100.0%
How many of your off-campus developmental activities were funded wholly or partially by the College in the last two years? 79 84.9% 5 5.4% 5 5.4% 1 1.1% 3 3.2% 93 100.0%

Faculty

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How many hours per semester (including registration) do you devote to academic advising(making out schedules and degree plans as opposed to in-office teaching conferences)? 76 82.6% 11 12.0% 2 2.2% 2 2.2% 1 1.1% 92 100.0%



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Are you a departmental chair? 1 1.1% 93 98.9% 94 100.0%

Institutional Effectiveness (dept. chairs)

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The process of developing unit plans in 1997 and 1998 was beneficial for me and my department. 0 .0% 0 .0%
Unit plan assessment findings were beneficial in improving classes, programs or services. 0 .0% 0 .0%

Financial Resources (dept. chairs)

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I am notified of budget revisions in a timely manner. 0 .0% 0 .0%
After the College budget has been adopted by the board, budgetary control is a function of administration. 0 .0% 0 .0%
The Business Office provides me with interim budget statements on a periodic basis for guidance in staying within my budget. 0 .0% 0 .0%

Institutional Advancement

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Do Not Know/Does Not Apply Total

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Further changes, beyond those currently proposed, are needed in the operational procedures of the Foundation. 3 3.2% 19 20.4% 3 3.2% 1 1.1% 67 72.0% 93 100.0%
I am aware of the goals and mission statement of the Del Mar College Foundation. 8 8.6% 31 33.3% 6 6.5% 2 2.2% 46 49.5% 93 100.0%
I am aware of the policies and procedures associated with raising funds for the Former Students 4 4.2% 14 14.7% 8 8.4% 4 4.2% 65 68.4% 95 100.0%
I have been contacted by the Former Students 5 5.3% 6 6.3% 15 15.8% 14 14.7% 55 57.9% 95 100.0%

Educational Programs

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Do Not Know/Does Not Apply Total

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The libraries are adequate for instructional needs. 19 20.7% 50 54.3% 8 8.7% 2 2.2% 13 14.1% 92 100.0%
The computer resources are appropriate for instructional needs. 17 17.9% 47 49.5% 10 10.5% 3 3.2% 18 18.9% 95 100.0%
The instructional materials and equipment are appropriate for student needs. 15 16.0% 58 61.7% 9 9.6% 4 4.3% 8 8.5% 94 100.0%
The physical facilities are appropriate for instructional needs. 17 18.1% 51 54.3% 20 21.3% 2 2.1% 4 4.3% 94 100.0%
The instructional techniques and policies in my classes are in accord with the purpose of the institution. 37 39.8% 52 55.9% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 2 2.2% 93 100.0%
The instructional techniques and policies in my classes are appropriate to the specific goals of the courses I teach. 45 47.4% 47 49.5% 2 2.1% 0 .0% 1 1.1% 95 100.0%
The results of the evaluation of the instruction in my classes are used to ensure quality instruction. 29 30.5% 53 55.8% 2 2.1% 0 .0% 11 11.6% 95 100.0%
I provide students with written information about the goals and requirements of each course. 47 49.5% 44 46.3% 1 1.1% 0 .0% 3 3.2% 95 100.0%
I provide students with written information about the nature of course content. 50 52.6% 39 41.1% 2 2.1% 0 .0% 4 4.2% 95 100.0%
I provide students with written information about the methods of evaluation to be employed. 46 48.4% 42 44.2% 2 2.1% 0 .0% 5 5.3% 95 100.0%
The methods of instruction in my classes are appropriate to the capabilities of the students. 43 45.7% 51 54.3% 0 .0% 0 .0% 0 .0% 94 100.0%
When I want to use experimental methods of instruction in my classes, my supervisors adequately support me. 24 25.3% 36 37.9% 2 2.1% 0 .0% 33 34.7% 95 100.0%
When I use experimental methods of instruction in my classes, my supervisors evaluate my results. 9 9.5% 20 21.1% 12 12.6% 2 2.1% 52 54.7% 95 100.0%

Which of the following methods of evaluating student performance have you used in the last two years?

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Short answer examinations (multiple choice, true-false, fill in the blank) 73 83.0% 15 17.0% 88 100.0%
Essay examinations 40 46.5% 46 53.5% 86 100.0%
Final examinations 80 88.9% 10 11.1% 90 100.0%
In-class essays 35 40.2% 52 59.8% 87 100.0%
Out-of-class essays 34 39.1% 53 60.9% 87 100.0%
Research papers 32 37.2% 54 62.8% 86 100.0%
Journals or logs 29 33.7% 57 66.3% 86 100.0%
Examinations containing problems 49 58.3% 35 41.7% 84 100.0%
Attendance 72 80.9% 17 19.1% 89 100.0%
Class participation 80 89.9% 9 10.1% 89 100.0%
Collaborative projects 45 52.3% 41 47.7% 86 100.0%
Term projects 34 40.5% 50 59.5% 84 100.0%
Oral reports 42 47.2% 47 52.8% 89 100.0%
Students 49 55.7% 39 44.3% 88 100.0%
Homework 67 74.4% 23 25.6% 90 100.0%
Pop or daily quizzes 50 56.2% 39 43.8% 89 100.0%
Participation in performance (drama, music, etc.) 11 12.8% 75 87.2% 86 100.0%
Laboratory work 42 47.7% 46 52.3% 88 100.0%
Book reviews 20 23.0% 67 77.0% 87 100.0%
Field experiences 30 34.9% 56 65.1% 86 100.0%
Portfolio of work (art, composition, etc.) 21 24.1% 66 75.9% 87 100.0%

Indicate which of the following techniques you have used in the last two years to evaluate the effectiveness of your teaching?

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Student evaluations 79 87.8% 11 12.2% 90 100.0%
Individual unit plans 27 29.7% 64 70.3% 91 100.0%
Personal interviews with department chairs and deans 36 40.0% 54 60.0% 90 100.0%
Program reviews 27 30.0% 63 70.0% 90 100.0%
Previous Southern Assoc. self-study results 11 12.1% 80 87.9% 91 100.0%
Professional accreditation reports (not SACS) 7 7.7% 84 92.3% 91 100.0%
Surveys of recent graduates 18 19.8% 73 80.2% 91 100.0%
Surveys of employers of graduates 9 10.0% 81 90.0% 90 100.0%
Promotion and tenure evaluations 8 8.9% 82 91.1% 90 100.0%
Standardized tests 23 25.8% 66 74.2% 89 100.0%
Comprehensive examinations 47 51.6% 44 48.4% 91 100.0%
Results of state board or other certification examinations 10 11.0% 81 89.0% 91 100.0%
Assessments of performance of graduates in advanced programs 9 10.0% 81 90.0% 90 100.0%
Pre- and post-testing 24 26.4% 67 73.6% 91 100.0%

Educational Programs Continued

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Do Not Know/Does Not Apply Total

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My evaluation of students 30 32.3% 58 62.4% 0 .0% 1 1.1% 4 4.3% 93 100.0%
My evaluation of students demonstrates a concern for quality. 44 46.8% 47 50.0% 0 .0% 1 1.1% 2 2.1% 94 100.0%
Each semester I provide a sufficient number of tests and other work to have a valid measurement of student work in the course. 52 55.3% 32 34.0% 0 .0% 0 .0% 10 10.6% 94 100.0%
If asked, I provide students with a full explanation of the reason for their grades. 58 62.4% 33 35.5% 0 .0% 0 .0% 2 2.2% 93 100.0%
I provide students with enough grades early in the semester so that they can be aware of their progress in the course. 49 52.7% 37 39.8% 1 1.1% 0 .0% 6 6.5% 93 100.0%
I am available for and encourage conferences with students. 54 57.4% 35 37.2% 2 2.1% 0 .0% 3 3.2% 94 100.0%
At or by midterm I advise students who are making unsatisfactory progress. 34 36.6% 47 50.5% 6 6.5% 0 .0% 6 6.5% 93 100.0%
If/when courses are offered in abbreviated time frames, there is sufficient opportunity for preparation, reflection and analysis of the subject matter. 20 21.3% 36 38.3% 8 8.5% 4 4.3% 26 27.7% 94 100.0%
Del Mar College provides for its students a learning environment in which scholarly and creative achievement is encouraged. 36 38.3% 49 52.1% 4 4.3% 1 1.1% 4 4.3% 94 100.0%
The College adequately supports its Continuing Education programs with all necessary resources and services. 25 26.6% 44 46.8% 1 1.1% 0 .0% 24 25.5% 94 100.0%

If you teach in a specialized occupational area, please indicate if you use each of the following to ensure that andeffective relationship exists between the content of the course and current practices in the field.

Yes No Total

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Advisory committees 21 55.3% 17 44.7% 38 100.0%
Exchanges or cooperatives with personnel in the field of specialization 28 75.7% 9 24.3% 37 100.0%
Periodic review by accrediting agencies in the field 14 37.8% 23 62.2% 37 100.0%
Periodic inspection by state agency officials 11 31.4% 24 68.6% 35 100.0%
Current work experience in the area 31 81.6% 7 18.4% 38 100.0%
Participation in professional or trade organizations 29 76.3% 9 23.7% 38 100.0%

Educational Programs Continued

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Do Not Know/Does Not Apply Total

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The number of advisees assigned to faculty advisors is reasonable. 5 6.3% 23 29.1% 3 3.8% 48 60.8% 79 100.0%
Orientation and advisement programs are helpful to students. 16 20.8% 39 50.6% 2 2.6% 20 26.0% 77 100.0%

Indicate whether you believe the following publications are accurate andconsistent in describing the institution and rigorously adhere to principles of good educational practice

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Do Not Know/Does Not Apply Total

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Del Mar catalog 26 32.5% 44 55.0% 1 1.3% 0 .0% 9 11.3% 80 100.0%
Program brochures 17 21.5% 46 58.2% 0 .0% 0 .0% 16 20.3% 79 100.0%
Class schedules 21 26.6% 48 60.8% 2 2.5% 1 1.3% 7 8.9% 79 100.0%
Television advertisements 20 25.3% 49 62.0% 0 .0% 2 2.5% 8 10.1% 79 100.0%
Radio advertisements 15 18.8% 38 47.5% 1 1.3% 1 1.3% 25 31.3% 80 100.0%
Newspaper advertisements 17 21.5% 48 60.8% 0 .0% 1 1.3% 13 16.5% 79 100.0%
Del Mar College website postings 11 13.9% 28 35.4% 0 .0% 2 2.5% 38 48.1% 79 100.0%

Computer Resources and Services

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Do you have a computer in your office? 38 48.7% 40 51.3% 0 .0% 78 100.0%
Is the computer in your office adequate for your needs? 33 35.9% 5 5.4% 54 58.7% 92 100.0%
Do you have a computer at home? 78 88.6% 10 11.4% 0 .0% 88 100.0%
If you have a computer at home, is it connected to the internet? 53 57.0% 28 30.1% 12 12.9% 93 100.0%

Computer Resources and Services

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Computing Services responds quickly to requests for help. 6 6.6% 23 25.3% 5 5.5% 3 3.3% 54 59.3% 91 100.0%
Computer Services staff are cooperative and helpful. 8 8.8% 29 31.9% 1 1.1% 2 2.2% 51 56.0% 91 100.0%
There are sufficient computer resource personnel (installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting) to meet campus needs. 7 7.7% 20 22.0% 9 9.9% 3 3.3% 52 57.1% 91 100.0%
A computer course where students learn to use the computer, software, printer, and other computer peripherals should be required at Del Mar College. 26 28.6% 40 44.0% 8 8.8% 1 1.1% 16 17.6% 91 100.0%
I have a need for computer access by telephone dial-up to Del Mar College computer networks. 14 15.2% 19 20.7% 12 13.0% 4 4.3% 43 46.7% 92 100.0%
The use of computer multimedia presentations improves instruction. 16 17.4% 43 46.7% 6 6.5% 0 .0% 27 29.3% 92 100.0%
Hardware and software are available to me to use computer assisted multimedia materials in my classroom. 6 6.5% 30 32.6% 8 8.7% 4 4.3% 44 47.8% 92 100.0%
Hardware and software are available to use the internet in my classroom. 5 5.4% 9 9.8% 16 17.4% 9 9.8% 53 57.6% 92 100.0%
My course(s) incorporate(s) computer literacy skills for students. 9 9.8% 23 25.0% 12 13.0% 9 9.8% 39 42.4% 92 100.0%
I received training for using the hardware and software in my office. 4 4.4% 9 9.9% 9 9.9% 11 12.1% 58 63.7% 91 100.0%
Technology training at Del Mar College has been offered at a time when I could attend. 3 3.3% 17 18.7% 10 11.0% 11 12.1% 50 54.9% 91 100.0%
I need more training on the hardware and software in my office. 10 11.0% 14 15.4% 10 11.0% 4 4.4% 53 58.2% 91 100.0%
The computer training classes offered have met my needs. 3 3.3% 8 8.8% 7 7.7% 3 3.3% 70 76.9% 91 100.0%
I am knowledgeable about intellectual property rights concerning material found on the internet. 10 10.8% 34 36.6% 8 8.6% 3 3.2% 38 40.9% 93 100.0%
I am knowledgeable about intellectual property rights concerning electronic instructional materials created by faculty for use in the classroom. 11 11.8% 35 37.6% 7 7.5% 3 3.2% 37 39.8% 93 100.0%

Please indicate if you have used or would like to use any of the following items:

Use Would like to use Total

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Internet for research 41 51.3% 39 48.8% 80 100.0%
Webpages 41 53.9% 35 46.1% 76 100.0%
Image scanning, digitizing 22 31.9% 47 68.1% 69 100.0%
Multimedia computer presentations 57 72.2% 22 27.8% 79 100.0%
Spreadsheet software 36 59.0% 25 41.0% 61 100.0%
Database software 37 61.7% 23 38.3% 60 100.0%
Multimedia presentations 21 30.0% 49 70.0% 70 100.0%
Graphic software 26 40.0% 39 60.0% 65 100.0%
Audio digitizing 11 24.4% 34 75.6% 45 100.0%
Webpage software 15 27.3% 40 72.7% 55 100.0%
Listserves, channels 10 20.8% 38 79.2% 48 100.0%
Data encryption 6 14.3% 36 85.7% 42 100.0%

Please indicate if you have used the following for instructing your students

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Internet 15 17.4% 71 82.6% 86 100.0%
Internet for email 9 10.5% 77 89.5% 86 100.0%
Email with students 16 18.6% 70 81.4% 86 100.0%
Wordprocessing 12 14.1% 73 85.9% 85 100.0%

Computer Resources and Services

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A Del Mar College testing center (where students could take exams outside of class time) would be helpful for my classes, and I would utilize such a testing center. 15 16.1% 23 24.7% 21 22.6% 8 8.6% 26 28.0% 93 100.0%
In my opinion, the software used in Del Mar College computers is up-to-date. 8 8.7% 31 33.7% 8 8.7% 2 2.2% 43 46.7% 92 100.0%
I use internet email to communicate with colleagues. 5 5.4% 12 13.0% 16 17.4% 7 7.6% 52 56.5% 92 100.0%
I use intracampus ("prof 7 7.6% 14 15.2% 12 13.0% 5 5.4% 54 58.7% 92 100.0%
Del Mar College should hire a full-time technology instructor/trainer for faculty and staff. 13 14.3% 28 30.8% 3 3.3% 6 6.6% 41 45.1% 91 100.0%
Technology resources are fairly distributed throughout the campus. 6 6.6% 14 15.4% 3 3.3% 4 4.4% 64 70.3% 91 100.0%
My department has a schedule for upgrading computers and software. 4 4.3% 15 16.3% 4 4.3% 3 3.3% 66 71.7% 92 100.0%
I am made aware of computer and software upgrades. 2 2.2% 21 23.1% 10 11.0% 4 4.4% 54 59.3% 91 100.0%
The College should choose just one wordprocessing software program (e.g. Word or WordPerfect). 10 11.1% 28 31.1% 15 16.7% 5 5.6% 32 35.6% 90 100.0%
I am able to use effectively the technology I already have. 17 18.9% 40 44.4% 5 5.6% 0 .0% 28 31.1% 90 100.0%
Instructors should have the ability to use technology to improve student learning. 23 25.0% 37 40.2% 4 4.3% 1 1.1% 27 29.3% 92 100.0%
Del Mar College has a clearly stated and realistic and effective campus-wide technology plan. 6 6.5% 23 25.0% 3 3.3% 3 3.3% 57 62.0% 92 100.0%
Del Mar College's availability and use of technology compare favorably to that of other colleges. 5 6.9% 11 15.3% 5 6.9% 2 2.8% 49 68.1% 72 100.0%

Library

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The library provides quiet areas for students to study. 30 32.6% 49 53.3% 2 2.2% 1 1.1% 10 10.9% 92 100.0%
The library maintains adequate hours for users. 24 25.8% 53 57.0% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 14 15.1% 93 100.0%
Library staff are cooperative and helpful. 32 34.4% 49 52.7% 1 1.1% 0 .0% 11 11.8% 93 100.0%
I received the help I needed in using the computers in the library. 16 17.4% 32 34.8% 0 .0% 0 .0% 44 47.8% 92 100.0%
I received the help I needed in using the computerized databases in the library. 15 16.1% 25 26.9% 0 .0% 0 .0% 53 57.0% 93 100.0%
Library staff regularly replace missing and outdated materials. 10 10.8% 26 28.0% 6 6.5% 0 .0% 51 54.8% 93 100.0%
The number of library professionals and support staff members is adequate. 14 15.1% 41 44.1% 6 6.5% 2 2.2% 30 32.3% 93 100.0%
All library equipment is adequate and in good repair. 11 12.0% 37 40.2% 7 7.6% 2 2.2% 35 38.0% 92 100.0%
The library considers suggestions made by faculty and students concerning support services. 12 12.9% 37 39.8% 0 .0% 0 .0% 44 47.3% 93 100.0%
The library has an adequate number of computer stations. 9 9.8% 31 33.7% 7 7.6% 2 2.2% 43 46.7% 92 100.0%
The library book and research collection is sufficient to support the educational, research, and public service programs of the institution. 11 11.8% 32 34.4% 8 8.6% 5 5.4% 37 39.8% 93 100.0%
The library provides convenient and effective access to library resources. 15 16.3% 49 53.3% 3 3.3% 1 1.1% 24 26.1% 92 100.0%
Internet access is adequate. 9 9.7% 27 29.0% 5 5.4% 1 1.1% 51 54.8% 93 100.0%
Interlibrary loan service is available and efficient. 18 19.4% 33 35.5% 0 .0% 0 .0% 42 45.2% 93 100.0%
The library is readily accessible to users with disabilities. 15 16.1% 35 37.6% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 41 44.1% 93 100.0%
The collections of printed materials are well organized. 16 17.2% 45 48.4% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 30 32.3% 93 100.0%
The collections of non-print materials are well organized. 13 14.3% 41 45.1% 1 1.1% 0 .0% 36 39.6% 91 100.0%
Reference services are adequate for research purposes. 16 17.6% 33 36.3% 3 3.3% 1 1.1% 38 41.8% 91 100.0%
The reference materials available support all of the programs, including the West Campus. 11 12.0% 25 27.2% 4 4.3% 1 1.1% 51 55.4% 92 100.0%
The library provides a broad range of readily accessible learning resources at both primary and distance learning sites. 10 10.8% 24 25.8% 3 3.2% 0 .0% 56 60.2% 93 100.0%
The library provides effective access to both on-site and remote electronic databases. 8 8.7% 23 25.0% 3 3.3% 0 .0% 58 63.0% 92 100.0%
Library buildings are large enough to support the many services that are required. 13 14.0% 49 52.7% 3 3.2% 1 1.1% 27 29.0% 93 100.0%
The materials circulation system is efficient. 12 13.0% 43 46.7% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 35 38.0% 92 100.0%
There is a wide variety of multimedia material available in the library. 12 12.9% 38 40.9% 4 4.3% 0 .0% 39 41.9% 93 100.0%
The multimedia materials at the library adequately support the College faculty's research needs. 9 9.8% 25 27.2% 4 4.3% 3 3.3% 51 55.4% 92 100.0%
New books and materials are purchased in a manner necessary to meet the needs of those students that are in programs where the technology changes rapidly. 11 11.8% 24 25.8% 1 1.1% 2 2.2% 55 59.1% 93 100.0%
Study rooms are accessible to patrons with disabilities. 13 14.0% 40 43.0% 0 .0% 0 .0% 40 43.0% 93 100.0%
The library provides study space for students who want to study in groups. 18 19.4% 44 47.3% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 29 31.2% 93 100.0%
Computers in the library are easily accessible for patrons with disabilities. 12 12.9% 31 33.3% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 48 51.6% 93 100.0%

Staff in the following offices are helpful, cooperative, and effective:

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Financial Aid 12 12.9% 25 26.9% 4 4.3% 1 1.1% 51 54.8% 93 100.0%
Counseling 14 15.1% 29 31.2% 3 3.2% 2 2.2% 45 48.4% 93 100.0%
Placement 13 14.1% 26 28.3% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 51 55.4% 92 100.0%
Testing 13 14.0% 27 29.0% 3 3.2% 0 .0% 50 53.8% 93 100.0%
Special populations 18 19.6% 32 34.8% 0 .0% 0 .0% 42 45.7% 92 100.0%
Student activities 15 16.1% 31 33.3% 0 .0% 0 .0% 47 50.5% 93 100.0%

Physical Resources

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Do Not Know/Does Not Apply Total

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Automobile parking facilities are adequate. 1 1.1% 12 13.0% 26 28.3% 50 54.3% 3 3.3% 92 100.0%
In the buildings where I work, the corridors are of ample width and are unobstructed. 22 23.4% 63 67.0% 6 6.4% 1 1.1% 2 2.1% 94 100.0%
The College provides sufficient storage space. 8 8.8% 23 25.3% 22 24.2% 11 12.1% 27 29.7% 91 100.0%
I have sufficient office equipment and storage facilities in my office (filing cabinets, bookshelves, etc.). 3 3.2% 20 21.3% 15 16.0% 16 17.0% 40 42.6% 94 100.0%
The College has sufficient office space for its current workforce. 4 4.3% 23 24.5% 20 21.3% 18 19.1% 29 30.9% 94 100.0%
The conference rooms are adequate for my needs. 5 5.4% 41 44.1% 3 3.2% 9 9.7% 35 37.6% 93 100.0%
The telephone system is adequate for my needs. 9 9.6% 58 61.7% 4 4.3% 4 4.3% 19 20.2% 94 100.0%
Del Mar College provides for its students sufficient space for the learning environment so that scholarly and creative achievement is encouraged. 13 13.8% 52 55.3% 6 6.4% 5 5.3% 18 19.1% 94 100.0%
Adequate facilities, supplies, and equipment are available on-site for outreach courses requiring those items. 10 10.8% 26 28.0% 5 5.4% 2 2.2% 50 53.8% 93 100.0%
Facilities on campus are used efficiently. 11 11.7% 45 47.9% 9 9.6% 3 3.2% 26 27.7% 94 100.0%
The general appearance and upkeep of the campus grounds are adequate. 19 20.0% 59 62.1% 10 10.5% 3 3.2% 4 4.2% 95 100.0%
Maintenance personnel respond quickly and effectively to requests for help. 10 10.8% 49 52.7% 7 7.5% 4 4.3% 23 24.7% 93 100.0%
Housekeeping in the building in which I work is efficiently carried out. 29 31.5% 51 55.4% 3 3.3% 2 2.2% 7 7.6% 92 100.0%
Buildings are well maintained, including painting, floor covering, roof repairs, general maintenance, and pest control. 17 18.3% 52 55.9% 14 15.1% 3 3.2% 7 7.5% 93 100.0%
I feel my property is safe when I am on the Del Mar College campuses. 9 9.6% 60 63.8% 12 12.8% 8 8.5% 5 5.3% 94 100.0%
I feel personally safe when I am on the Del Mar College campuses. 14 14.7% 75 78.9% 3 3.2% 2 2.1% 1 1.1% 95 100.0%
There is adequate lighting around campus walkways, streets, and parking lots. 10 10.6% 61 64.9% 12 12.8% 4 4.3% 7 7.4% 94 100.0%
Security after hours, on weekends, and on holidays is adequate. 9 9.6% 46 48.9% 4 4.3% 3 3.2% 32 34.0% 94 100.0%
If I were to encounter a hazardous, life-threatening, or criminal situation or activity, I would know to whom it should be reported. 17 18.1% 52 55.3% 10 10.6% 4 4.3% 11 11.7% 94 100.0%
I am familiar with College policies about natural disasters, fires, explosions, etc. 14 14.9% 40 42.6% 16 17.0% 3 3.2% 21 22.3% 94 100.0%
I am familiar with Del Mar College's emergency policies relating to accidents or illnesses of students in my classroom. 12 12.8% 55 58.5% 12 12.8% 3 3.2% 12 12.8% 94 100.0%
I feel adequately prepared to deal with common accidents or illnesses which may occur in my classroom. 12 12.8% 62 66.0% 12 12.8% 2 2.1% 6 6.4% 94 100.0%
If I were to encounter a situation requiring first aid, I would know whom to contact on campus. 13 13.8% 55 58.5% 11 11.7% 4 4.3% 11 11.7% 94 100.0%
Fire exits are well marked in all buildings. 20 21.5% 56 60.2% 3 3.2% 0 .0% 14 15.1% 93 100.0%

If you are an employee with a physical disability please answer question 174 and 175.

Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Do Not Know/Does Not Apply Total

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Employees and students with disabilities have adequate access to buildings and grounds. 6 25.0% 11 45.8% 3 12.5% 1 4.2% 3 12.5% 24 100.0%
Employees and students with disabilities have adequate reserved parking. 7 26.9% 11 42.3% 1 3.8% 2 7.7% 5 19.2% 26 100.0%

Please rate your office area on the adequacy of the following items.

Very Good Good Adequate Poor Very Poor Total

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Lighting 22 29.7% 34 45.9% 16 21.6% 1 1.4% 1 1.4% 74 100.0%
Heating 13 17.6% 36 48.6% 20 27.0% 4 5.4% 1 1.4% 74 100.0%
Cooling 12 16.2% 34 45.9% 15 20.3% 8 10.8% 5 6.8% 74 100.0%
Ventilation 11 14.9% 33 44.6% 23 31.1% 4 5.4% 3 4.1% 74 100.0%
Humidity 12 16.2% 34 45.9% 22 29.7% 4 5.4% 2 2.7% 74 100.0%
Acoustics 11 14.9% 37 50.0% 19 25.7% 5 6.8% 2 2.7% 74 100.0%
Equipment 11 14.9% 27 36.5% 22 29.7% 11 14.9% 3 4.1% 74 100.0%
Sufficient space 10 13.2% 21 27.6% 22 28.9% 15 19.7% 8 10.5% 76 100.0%

Please rate your teaching area on the adequacy of the following items.

Very Good Good Adequate Poor Very Poor Total

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Lighting 28 30.4% 44 47.8% 19 20.7% 1 1.1% 0 .0% 92 100.0%
Heating 17 19.1% 41 46.1% 25 28.1% 5 5.6% 1 1.1% 89 100.0%
Cooling 17 18.5% 40 43.5% 19 20.7% 11 12.0% 5 5.4% 92 100.0%
Ventilation 17 18.7% 42 46.2% 23 25.3% 8 8.8% 1 1.1% 91 100.0%
Humidity 19 20.9% 38 41.8% 30 33.0% 3 3.3% 1 1.1% 91 100.0%
Acoustics 21 23.3% 37 41.1% 26 28.9% 3 3.3% 3 3.3% 90 100.0%
Equipment 18 19.8% 42 46.2% 21 23.1% 8 8.8% 2 2.2% 91 100.0%
Sufficient space 19 20.7% 36 39.1% 29 31.5% 4 4.3% 4 4.3% 92 100.0%

How important would it be for Del Mar College to offer the following student services

Very Important Somewhat Important Not very Important Not Important at All Total

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Financial aid 86 93.5% 6 6.5% 0 .0% 0 .0% 92 100.0%
Academic advising by counselors 75 81.5% 15 16.3% 1 1.1% 1 1.1% 92 100.0%
Academic advising by faculty 70 76.1% 19 20.7% 2 2.2% 1 1.1% 92 100.0%
Personal counseling 50 54.3% 32 34.8% 9 9.8% 1 1.1% 92 100.0%
Career counseling 73 79.3% 17 18.5% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 92 100.0%
Career information and planning 77 83.7% 15 16.3% 0 .0% 0 .0% 92 100.0%
Placement services 66 71.7% 25 27.2% 1 1.1% 0 .0% 92 100.0%
Job or education follow-up activities 46 50.0% 40 43.5% 5 5.4% 1 1.1% 92 100.0%
Testing services 54 59.3% 34 37.4% 2 2.2% 1 1.1% 91 100.0%
Health services 42 45.7% 37 40.2% 11 12.0% 2 2.2% 92 100.0%
Health education 43 47.8% 36 40.0% 9 10.0% 2 2.2% 90 100.0%
Health insurance 37 40.7% 31 34.1% 18 19.8% 5 5.5% 91 100.0%
Childcare services 46 50.0% 33 35.9% 10 10.9% 3 3.3% 92 100.0%
Parking 79 85.9% 11 12.0% 1 1.1% 1 1.1% 92 100.0%
Transportation (shuttle service or bus tokens) 46 50.0% 35 38.0% 10 10.9% 1 1.1% 92 100.0%
Reading Lab 60 65.9% 29 31.9% 2 2.2% 0 .0% 91 100.0%
Math Learning Lab 65 70.7% 24 26.1% 1 1.1% 2 2.2% 92 100.0%
Writing Center 63 70.0% 25 27.8% 1 1.1% 1 1.1% 90 100.0%
Student Technology Center 60 65.9% 30 33.0% 0 .0% 1 1.1% 91 100.0%
Student orientation 58 63.7% 29 31.9% 2 2.2% 2 2.2% 91 100.0%
Workshops on study skills, test taking, stress management, etc 54 58.7% 30 32.6% 6 6.5% 2 2.2% 92 100.0%
Lounge area for students in Harvin Center 45 50.0% 37 41.1% 7 7.8% 1 1.1% 90 100.0%
Lounge area for students in Coleman Center 41 46.1% 37 41.6% 8 9.0% 3 3.4% 89 100.0%
Food service 58 63.7% 30 33.0% 2 2.2% 1 1.1% 91 100.0%
Special services to students with disabilities, displaced homemakers, nontraditional students, and senior citizens 63 69.2% 27 29.7% 0 .0% 1 1.1% 91 100.0%
Opportunities for intern placement like Disney World 30 33.0% 39 42.9% 19 20.9% 3 3.3% 91 100.0%
Field trips 17 18.5% 45 48.9% 23 25.0% 7 7.6% 92 100.0%
Study programs in other countries 22 24.2% 37 40.7% 25 27.5% 7 7.7% 91 100.0%
Community service projects and activities 38 41.8% 39 42.9% 12 13.2% 2 2.2% 91 100.0%
Campus security 73 80.2% 18 19.8% 0 .0% 0 .0% 91 100.0%
Tutoring 59 66.3% 29 32.6% 1 1.1% 0 .0% 89 100.0%
Mentoring program 38 41.8% 47 51.6% 6 6.6% 0 .0% 91 100.0%
Housing 23 25.3% 27 29.7% 30 33.0% 11 12.1% 91 100.0%
College-operated bookstore 46 50.5% 28 30.8% 14 15.4% 3 3.3% 91 100.0%
Referral to Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA), Texas Rehabilitation Commission (TRC), Veterans Administration (VA) tuition assistance 58 65.2% 26 29.2% 5 5.6% 0 .0% 89 100.0%



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The majority of Del Mar students attend school part-time (fewer than 12 hours). Do you think the services and activities available to students meet the needs of part-time students? 78 88.6% 10 11.4% 88 100.0%
In your opinion, do the student development services at Del Mar College contribute to the cultural, social, moral, intellectual and physical development of students? 83 95.4% 4 4.6% 87 100.0%
Are you aware of the rights and responsibilities of students at Del Mar College and where you would look to get a copy of the information? 73 81.1% 17 18.9% 90 100.0%

Please indicate the effectiveness of the following health services at Del Mar College.

Very Effective Effective Ineffective Aware of Service, But Have Not Used it Not Previously Aware of Service Total

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First aid supplies in classroom buildings 7 7.6% 21 22.8% 7 7.6% 18 19.6% 39 42.4% 92 100.0%
Current health information 6 6.5% 22 23.9% 6 6.5% 14 15.2% 44 47.8% 92 100.0%
Dental hygiene services 10 11.0% 24 26.4% 3 3.3% 25 27.5% 29 31.9% 91 100.0%
Fitness information 7 7.6% 28 30.4% 6 6.5% 16 17.4% 35 38.0% 92 100.0%
Dental hygiene services 10 11.0% 24 26.4% 3 3.3% 25 27.5% 29 31.9% 91 100.0%

Please indicate the relative importance, to you, of the following professional development activities

Very Important Moderately Important Slightly Important Not Important at All Do Not Know/Does Not Apply Total

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Faculty travel to "recharge batteries," retreats, etc. 22 23.9% 22 23.9% 11 12.0% 10 10.9% 27 29.3% 92 100.0%
Faculty release time to recharge batteries, prepare new syllabi and curricula, or participate in faculty development programs. 28 30.4% 25 27.2% 8 8.7% 6 6.5% 25 27.2% 92 100.0%
Faculty mini-sabbaticals, faculty exchanges, travel to colleges in other countries, especially Spanish-speaking countries. 21 22.8% 19 20.7% 15 16.3% 11 12.0% 26 28.3% 92 100.0%
Release time for classroom-related research, for the development of extensive new materials and development of new teaching strategies, publishing textbooks, or publishing or copyrighting classroom materials. 31 33.7% 22 23.9% 9 9.8% 5 5.4% 25 27.2% 92 100.0%

Please indicate the relative benefit, to you, of the following workshops

Very Beneficial Moderately Beneficial Slightly Beneficial Not Beneficial at All Do Not Know/Does Not Apply Total

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Strategies and supplementary materials for working with educationally unprepared students. 34 37.0% 21 22.8% 14 15.2% 5 5.4% 18 19.6% 92 100.0%
Strategies and supplementary materials for working with culturally diverse populations. 28 30.4% 27 29.3% 15 16.3% 5 5.4% 17 18.5% 92 100.0%
Techniques and supplementary materials for improving the retention of both new freshman and transfer students. 38 41.3% 21 22.8% 14 15.2% 3 3.3% 16 17.4% 92 100.0%
Strategies for increasing student motivation. 49 53.3% 20 21.7% 7 7.6% 4 4.3% 12 13.0% 92 100.0%
Strategies for developing critical thinking skills across the curriculum. 42 45.7% 27 29.3% 6 6.5% 4 4.3% 13 14.1% 92 100.0%
Strategies for optimizing students 36 39.1% 34 37.0% 9 9.8% 1 1.1% 12 13.0% 92 100.0%
Strategies for promoting better study skills among students in a course. 42 45.7% 21 22.8% 14 15.2% 4 4.3% 11 12.0% 92 100.0%
Strategies and techniques for recognizing learning disabilities. 34 37.0% 24 26.1% 16 17.4% 5 5.4% 13 14.1% 92 100.0%
Strategies for developing better oral and written communication skills across the curriculum. 42 45.7% 20 21.7% 13 14.1% 4 4.3% 13 14.1% 92 100.0%
Approaches to diagnose and help students with limited English proficiency. 34 37.0% 24 26.1% 11 12.0% 8 8.7% 15 16.3% 92 100.0%
Techniques for better evaluation of student essays and papers across the curriculum. 32 34.8% 24 26.1% 8 8.7% 9 9.8% 19 20.7% 92 100.0%
Improvement of our current faculty classroom evaluation instrument and questionnaire and faculty evaluation system. 36 39.6% 24 26.4% 10 11.0% 6 6.6% 15 16.5% 91 100.0%

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