Survey Results  

Results for Survey CVM Technology Survey

Survey URL: https://harvest.cals.ncsu.edu/surveybuilder/wrap/form.cfm?testID=1207   (preview)

  Questions and responses (47 submissions by 3 users)
 
  Part I: Attitude towards computers (Instruction)
 
  Attitudes & Preferences (Question Set)
 
  1.   I am confident about my ability to use a computer for general course work.
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Strongly Agree 
38    80.85%
    Somewhat Agree 
9    19.15%
    No Opinion 
0    0.00%
    Somewhat Disagree 
0    0.00%
    Strongly Disagree 
0    0.00%
 
  2.   I want the opportunity to use computers as much as possible in my course work.
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Strongly Agree 
16    34.04%
    Somewhat Agree 
22    46.81%
    No Opinion 
3    6.38%
    Somewhat Disagree 
6    12.77%
    Strongly Disagree 
0    0.00%
 
  3.   I want to access course materials online.
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Strongly Agree 
35    74.47%
    Somewhat Agree 
10    21.28%
    No Opinion 
1    2.13%
    Somewhat Disagree 
1    2.13%
    Strongly Disagree 
0    0.00%
 
  4.   I would be interested in taking some courses designed to use web, video, e-mail and other technologies so that I can work from home rather than attend class (or attend class less often).
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Strongly Agree 
14    29.79%
    Somewhat Agree 
18    38.30%
    No Opinion 
3    6.38%
    Somewhat Disagree 
9    19.15%
    Strongly Disagree 
3    6.38%
 
  5.   I want my instructors to use technology in the classroom for presentations and demonstrations.
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Strongly Agree 
22    46.81%
    Somewhat Agree 
21    44.68%
    No Opinion 
1    2.13%
    Somewhat Disagree 
3    6.38%
    Strongly Disagree 
0    0.00%
 
  6.   I prefer to answer this type of survey on-line as opposed to paper.
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Strongly Agree 
34    72.34%
    Somewhat Agree 
6    12.77%
    No Opinion 
6    12.77%
    Somewhat Disagree 
1    2.13%
    Strongly Disagree 
0    0.00%
 
 
  Part II: Technology Ownership (Instruction)
 
  7.   What kind of electronic devices will you bring to your school residence? (check all that apply):
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All That Apply
46 responses
    Desktop Computer 
27    58.70%
    Laptop Computer 
28    60.87%
    PDA (Clie', Palm, Visor, Jornada, Ipaq, etc.) 
13    28.26%
    Cell Phone 
42    91.30%
    Pager 
0    0.00%
    Digital Camera 
24    52.17%
    MP3 Player 
12    26.09%
    Other 
2    4.35%
 
  8.   What operating system(s) do you run on your computer(s)?
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All That Apply
46 responses
    Windows 95 
2    4.35%
    Windows 98 
10    21.74%
    Windows ME 
4    8.70%
    Windows 2000 
4    8.70%
    Windows XP 
29    63.04%
    Mac OS X 
2    4.35%
    Mac OS (all other versions) 
1    2.17%
    Linux 
0    0.00%
    Unix 
0    0.00%
    Dual Boot (Windows 9xxx or ME/Windows NT) 
0    0.00%
    Dual Boot (Windows 9xxx or ME/Windows 2000) 
0    0.00%
    Dual Boot (any Windows/Linux) 
1    2.17%
    Does not Apply 
0    0.00%
    Other 
0    0.00%
 
  9.   Does your computer have wireless network capabilities?
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Multiple Choice
46 responses
    Yes 
18    39.13%
    No 
19    41.30%
    I don't know 
9    19.57%
 
  10.   What will be your primary connection to the Internet from your school residence?
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Multiple Choice
46 responses
    ResNet (direct Ethernet from campus residence halls or Greek Court) 
1    2.17%
    Cable Modem (Roadrunner/Earthlink/etc.) 
26    56.52%
    DSL (BellSouth/ATT/etc.) 
7    15.22%
    Dial-up (Modem) 
9    19.57%
    None 
3    6.52%
 
  11.   What Web Browser do you primarily use on your computer?
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Multiple Choice
46 responses
    Internet Explorer 
41    89.13%
    Netscape 
3    6.52%
    Mozilla 
1    2.17%
    Opera 
0    0.00%
    Safari 
0    0.00%
    None 
0    0.00%
    Other 
4    8.70%
 
  12.   What Word Processor do you primarily use on your computer?
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Multiple Choice
46 responses
    Microsoft Word 
45    97.83%
    Microsoft Works 
0    0.00%
    WordPerfect 
1    2.17%
    Word Pro 
0    0.00%
    Star Office 
0    0.00%
    Open Office 
0    0.00%
    None 
0    0.00%
    Other 
0    0.00%
 
  Part III: Computing Experience (Instruction)
 
  How would you rate your proficiency in File Management? (Question Set)
 
  13.   Delete, move, rename or copy files.
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Excellent 
28    59.57%
    Good 
12    25.53%
    Average 
5    10.64%
    Below Average 
2    4.26%
    Poor 
0    0.00%
 
  14.   Create and manage folders and directories.
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Excellent 
23    48.94%
    Good 
8    17.02%
    Average 
12    25.53%
    Below Average 
4    8.51%
    Poor 
0    0.00%
 
  How would you rate your proficiency in Word-Processing? (Question Set)
 
  15.   Perform general formatting on text (change font sizes, select, copy, move, center, underline, bold, number pages, etc)
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Excellent 
40    85.11%
    Good 
6    12.77%
    Average 
1    2.13%
    Below Average 
0    0.00%
    Poor 
0    0.00%
 
  16.   Insert and modify figures, images, tables, etc.
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Excellent 
20    42.55%
    Good 
16    34.04%
    Average 
8    17.02%
    Below Average 
3    6.38%
    Poor 
0    0.00%
 
  How would you rate your proficiency in Spreadsheets? (Question Set)
 
  17.   Perform general data entry (use different numeric formats, change column widths, insert rows/columns, cut/paste values, etc.).
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Excellent 
25    53.19%
    Good 
9    19.15%
    Average 
9    19.15%
    Below Average 
2    4.26%
    Poor 
2    4.26%
 
  18.   Use functions and formulas for common tasks (sum and average ranges of cells, apply simple financial functions, specify absolute and relative cell addresses).
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Excellent 
10    21.28%
    Good 
10    21.28%
    Average 
17    36.17%
    Below Average 
7    14.89%
    Poor 
3    6.38%
 
  19.   Create spreadsheet charts (pie charts, bar charts, etc.).
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Excellent 
14    29.79%
    Good 
8    17.02%
    Average 
18    38.30%
    Below Average 
5    10.64%
    Poor 
2    4.26%
 
  How would you rate your proficiency in E-Mail? (Question Set)
 
  20.   Send, receive, copy and forward e-mail.
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Excellent 
41    87.23%
    Good 
4    8.51%
    Average 
2    4.26%
    Below Average 
0    0.00%
    Poor 
0    0.00%
 
  21.   Send and receive attachments.
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
46 responses
    Excellent 
34    73.91%
    Good 
8    17.39%
    Average 
4    8.70%
    Below Average 
0    0.00%
    Poor 
0    0.00%
 
  How would you rate your proficiency in World Wide Web? (Question Set)
 
  22.   Use the Web for searching for and locating specific information.
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Excellent 
36    76.60%
    Good 
8    17.02%
    Average 
3    6.38%
    Below Average 
0    0.00%
    Poor 
0    0.00%
 
  23.   Create your own Web pages.
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Likert Scale (Multiple Choice)
47 responses
    Excellent 
5    10.64%
    Good 
6    12.77%
    Average 
12    25.53%
    Below Average 
10    21.28%
    Poor 
14    29.79%
 
 
  24.   What computer skills would you like to learn?
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Text Answer
28 responses
    web page design 
    How to use Power Point more proficiently 
    Microsoft Excel 
    Content as is, but eager to explore ways to improve over existing techniques. 
    I would like to learn more about creating webpages. I only have basic knowledge of webpage design. 
    Creating and maintaining web pages and learning the basic computer languages that relate to this topic. I would also like to improve my spreadsheet knowledge related to using formulas. 
    would like a better handle on using excel and powerpoint to make more dramatic and effective presentations 
    Improve my ability to design web pages and use imaging software (ie. photoshop, etc.). 
    I have only basic skills in computers...only enough to get me through my Biology degree. I know that there is a lot more that I need to know to get by and am willing to learn if someone is willing to teach me. 
    I would like to learn to create a web page and improve my skills in working with spreadsheets. 
    I would like to become more proficient in creating and managing web pages. At one point in time I was able to efficiently use Excel Spreadsheets (i.e. formulas, financial functions), I would like to re-learn those skills and any new applications with Microsof applications. I am good at creating Power Point presentations with basic animations, but I would like to learn what other applications are possible with Power Point. 
    I would like to learn more about creating web pages even though I have had basic html exposure. 
    I would be interested in learning any computer skills that I do not already know (based on the above survey) that would be useful to me academically or professionally. 
    I would like to learn how to use financial software like MS Money or Quickbooks. I would like an intro course on how to use software commonly used at vet clinics. I would like to learn how to make my own web page. I would like to learn how to insert pictures and videos into Power Point presentations without making the file too large to work with. 
    Troubleshooting (if your computer breaks, the way to fix it w/out calling technical support, bc most of the time I know more than they do) 
    Creating webpages 
    more on creating web pages 
    Those necessary in making my work load easier at NCSU-CVM. I'm willing to learn anything and am interested in everything. Computers just aren't my first priority but I am usually very receptive to learning new skills. 
    I would like to know how to create web pages, do powerpoint presentations, and how to fix my computer when it crashes. 
    I would be interested in learning any and all computer skills which would aid me as a student and a veterinarian. 
    Imaging skills, spreadsheet, and more web page development skills 
    Spreadsheet skills 
    Access 
    I would like to familiarize myself with the operating systems for the particular PDA that the CVM will provide. I would also like to become more proficient with Power Point. 
    how to create web pages and how to fix files that are infected 
    any that will help me in vet school and in my career. 
    I have had about three courses that taught me how to use and create spreadsheets and graphs/charts from MSExcel, but I would like to become more proficient with more of the functions, provided there are clear instructions! 
    A greater proficiency in: --Typing --File management --Spreadsheet manipulation --Power Point presentation setup 
 
  25.   Other Comments:
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Text Answer
8 responses
    I don't like computers. 
    Thanks! 
    I have found in from past experience in a collegiate setting that computers can be extremely helpful in the classroom, but they can also cause some problems. For instance, I have had professors that make their complete notes available online, which personally makes it must harder to pay attention in class because all of the information has already been written down for you. I have had other professors that have left out key information from their notes which forces the student to really pay attention to what is happening in class. I am in full support of using computers and the internet for increased classroom learning and participation, but it is important to not rely on them completely. 
    I look forward to new learning new technology when and where I can! 
    I think integrating web, video, e-mail and other technologies into coursework and lecture enhances the learning experience, however, I don't believe these tools can replace actually going to class and interacting with a professor. Also I don't think I would need a course to show me how to utilize these tools. 
    I really don't like using the computer for online course work. I find that its very distracting trying to get things to work and it takes away from the learning experience. I also find that learning in the classroom holds my attention better than staring at a computer screen. 
    I am sure I would be more receptive to using the computer from home for school work if I had a faster on-line connection. I also enjoy using spreadsheets and creating graphs, until there's the one function I don't know how to perform, and I get stuck, wasting time, trying to figure it out. 
    Computers are an essential part of today's educational experience and should be utilized as much as possible in order to help tailor the organization and dissemination of material to a particular teacher's style. Through the use of computers students have greater, faster access to information and are able to use unique study/practice aids not practical in paper format. Not to mention work done on the computer saves on cost of material and natural resources by using less paper. All that being said, I am old enough to remember when books were the norm and still find it easier to use paper-copies of materials rather than reading the screen, and a book is still my favorite resource. Old habits die hard I guess.