2010-11_FACULTY, STAFF and ADMINISTRATORS IE SURVEY
1. Current status:
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Faculty
41.5%
17
Administration
17.1%
7
Staff
43.9%
18
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41
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2. The mission & goals statements of PDCCC are clearly defined.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
50.0%
21
Agree
50.0%
21
Neutral
0.0%
0
Disagree
0.0%
0
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
42
skipped question
0
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3. The actions of all components of the college are consistent with those
required by its mission statement
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
24.4%
10
Agree
53.7%
22
Neutral
12.2%
5
Disagree
7.3%
3
Strongly Disagree
2.4%
1
answered question
41
skipped question
1
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4. The following institutional practices are adequate and appropriate to
the college's mission:
Strongly
Agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly
Response
Disagree
Count
Planning and Evaluation Practices
17.9% (7)
51.3% (20)
20.5% (8)
7.7% (3)
2.6% (1)
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Research and Assessment
23.1% (9)
61.5% (24)
7.7% (3)
7.7% (3)
0.0% (0)
39
Educational Programs
23.8% (10)
57.1% (24)
11.9% (5)
7.1% (3)
0.0% (0)
42
Library
19.5% (8)
58.5% (24)
14.6% (6)
7.3% (3)
0.0% (0)
41
30.0% (12)
50.0% (20)
17.5% (7)
2.5% (1)
0.0% (0)
40
32.5% (13)
50.0% (20)
15.0% (6)
2.5% (1)
0.0% (0)
40
9.8% (4)
39.0% (16)
22.0% (9)
24.4% (10)
4.9% (2)
41
Financial Aid
46.3% (19)
48.8% (20)
4.9% (2)
0.0% (0)
0.0% (0)
41
Physical Resources
12.5% (5)
60.0% (24)
15.0% (6)
12.5% (5)
0.0% (0)
40
7.3% (3)
63.4% (26)
12.2% (5)
17.1% (7)
0.0% (0)
41
Developmental Studies
27.5% (11)
52.5% (21)
10.0% (4)
10.0% (4)
0.0% (0)
40
Distance Learning Services
22.5% (9)
60.0% (24)
10.0% (4)
7.5% (3)
0.0% (0)
40
Tutoring Services
10.0% (4)
62.5% (25)
17.5% (7)
5.0% (2)
5.0% (2)
40
Recruitment Activities
7.3% (3)
29.3% (12)
26.8% (11)
29.3% (12)
7.3% (3)
41
Retention Efforts
7.5% (3)
45.0% (18)
22.5% (9)
20.0% (8)
5.0% (2)
40
Administrative Processes
14.6% (6)
53.7% (22)
14.6% (6)
14.6% (6)
2.4% (1)
41
Admission Procedures
20.0% (8)
50.0% (20)
17.5% (7)
10.0% (4)
2.5% (1)
40
Business Office (Tuition Payment)
30.0% (12)
55.0% (22)
12.5% (5)
2.5% (1)
0.0% (0)
40
Workforce Development Services
23.8% (10)
42.9% (18)
23.8% (10)
7.1% (3)
2.4% (1)
42
Custodial/Maintenance Services
22.5% (9)
65.0% (26)
7.5% (3)
2.5% (1)
2.5% (1)
40
PDCCC Educational Foundation
21.1% (8)
55.3% (21)
18.4% (7)
5.3% (2)
0.0% (0)
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Faculty Advising
20.0% (8)
42.5% (17)
25.0% (10)
12.5% (5)
0.0% (0)
40
Telephone Switchboard Services
17.1% (7)
43.9% (18)
12.2% (5)
24.4% (10)
2.4% (1)
41
Learning Assistance & Testing
Center (LATC)
Counseling
Student Activities
Bookstore
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Vending Machine Services
Career Planning and Job Placement
10.0% (4)
32.5% (13)
27.5% (11)
15.0% (6)
15.0% (6)
40
4.9% (2)
34.1% (14)
34.1% (14)
19.5% (8)
7.3% (3)
41
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42
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0
5. The service-area community is aware of the programs offered at PDCCC.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
2.5%
1
Agree
50.0%
20
Neutral
15.0%
6
Disagree
30.0%
12
Strongly Disagree
2.5%
1
answered question
40
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2
6. Planning and assessment are systematic and appropriate for PDCCC.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
13.2%
5
Agree
50.0%
19
Neutral
26.3%
10
Disagree
10.5%
4
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
38
skipped question
4
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7. Assessment results are used for the improvement of programs and
services.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
17.9%
7
Agree
46.2%
18
Neutral
25.6%
10
Disagree
7.7%
3
Strongly Disagree
2.6%
1
answered question
39
skipped question
3
8. Relevant information from institutional research, such as that required
for decision-making, is readily available.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
10.3%
4
Agree
64.1%
25
Neutral
12.8%
5
Disagree
12.8%
5
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
39
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3
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9. Any requests I made to Assessment & Institutional Research were
completed in a timely manner.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
16.7%
6
Agree
47.2%
17
Neutral
33.3%
12
Disagree
2.8%
1
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
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36
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6
10. Any request materials that I received were prepared in a useful and
practical manner.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
18.9%
7
Agree
35.1%
13
Neutral
40.5%
15
Disagree
5.4%
2
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
37
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5
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11. I am satisfied with my access to the office of Assessment & Institutional
Research.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
18.9%
7
Agree
43.2%
16
Neutral
35.1%
13
Disagree
2.7%
1
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
37
skipped question
5
12. Overall Assessment & Institutional Research opperations at PDCCC are
a significant part in making college improvements.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
16.2%
6
Agree
48.6%
18
Neutral
29.7%
11
Disagree
5.4%
2
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
37
skipped question
5
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13. The current catalog, brochures and fliers accurately and truthfully
portray PDCCC.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
15.4%
6
Agree
41.0%
16
Neutral
25.6%
10
Disagree
12.8%
5
Strongly Disagree
5.1%
2
answered question
39
skipped question
3
14. The recruiting activities used by PDCCC accurately and truthfully
portray the institution and reach all members of the community.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
15.8%
6
Agree
31.6%
12
Neutral
31.6%
12
Disagree
18.4%
7
Strongly Disagree
2.6%
1
answered question
38
skipped question
4
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15. Student recruitment is a faculty responsibility.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
15.8%
6
Agree
23.7%
9
Neutral
21.1%
8
Disagree
34.2%
13
Strongly Disagree
5.3%
2
answered question
38
skipped question
4
16. Placement testing is an important element of the PDCCC
developmental program.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
48.7%
19
Agree
48.7%
19
Neutral
2.6%
1
Disagree
0.0%
0
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
39
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3
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17. The admission and retention policies are not compromised to maintain
a desired enrollment.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
13.2%
5
Agree
47.4%
18
Neutral
28.9%
11
Disagree
7.9%
3
Strongly Disagree
2.6%
1
answered question
38
skipped question
4
18. Faculty have a responsibility to try to contact students with poor
attendance.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
23.1%
9
Agree
56.4%
22
Neutral
5.1%
2
Disagree
10.3%
4
Strongly Disagree
5.1%
2
answered question
39
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3
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19. Cooperative class assignments are beneficial to students
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
31.6%
12
Agree
52.6%
20
Neutral
10.5%
4
Disagree
5.3%
2
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
38
skipped question
4
20. Service Learning expectations should be planned for some courses in
each degree program.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
27.8%
10
Agree
52.8%
19
Neutral
13.9%
5
Disagree
2.8%
1
Strongly Disagree
2.8%
1
answered question
36
skipped question
6
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21. PDCCC has a clearly defined process by which curricula are
established, reviewed, and evaluated.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
27.0%
10
Agree
51.4%
19
Neutral
16.2%
6
Disagree
5.4%
2
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
37
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5
22. The faculty and administration implement and monitor general
curriculum policy approved by the board.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
21.1%
8
Agree
57.9%
22
Neutral
18.4%
7
Disagree
2.6%
1
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
38
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4
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23. PDCCC provides a good preparation for subsequent transfer to a 4year institution.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
30.0%
12
Agree
62.5%
25
Neutral
5.0%
2
Disagree
2.5%
1
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
40
skipped question
2
24. The methods of instruction are appropriate to the goals of each course
and the capabilities of the students.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
13.2%
5
Agree
63.2%
24
Neutral
13.2%
5
Disagree
10.5%
4
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
38
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4
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25. The PDCCC Web page meets students’ needs.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
7.9%
3
Agree
50.0%
19
Neutral
23.7%
9
Disagree
15.8%
6
Strongly Disagree
2.6%
1
answered question
38
skipped question
4
26. The Distance Learning program at PDCCC provides an effective
method of instruction for students.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
7.9%
3
Agree
60.5%
23
Neutral
26.3%
10
Disagree
5.3%
2
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
38
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4
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27. Student Development Services provide adequate support to Distance
Learning students.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
10.8%
4
Agree
43.2%
16
Neutral
29.7%
11
Disagree
16.2%
6
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
37
skipped question
5
28. Students are provided convenient, effective access to electronic
bibliographic databases, whether on-site or remote to support their
academic programs.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
29.4%
10
Agree
55.9%
19
Neutral
11.8%
4
Disagree
2.9%
1
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
34
skipped question
8
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29. PDCCC provides a learning environment in which scholarly and
creative achievement is encouraged.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
18.9%
7
Agree
67.6%
25
Neutral
13.5%
5
Disagree
0.0%
0
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
37
skipped question
5
30. The College Survival/Success courses at PDCCC adequately orient
students to the college.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
16.7%
6
Agree
66.7%
24
Neutral
13.9%
5
Disagree
2.8%
1
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
36
skipped question
6
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31. Faculty responsibilities are clearly defined.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
5.3%
2
Agree
57.9%
22
Neutral
26.3%
10
Disagree
10.5%
4
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
38
skipped question
4
32. Faculty salaries are based on clearly stated criteria.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
15.8%
6
Agree
44.7%
17
Neutral
28.9%
11
Disagree
7.9%
3
Strongly Disagree
2.6%
1
answered question
38
skipped question
4
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33. The Policies and Procedures Manual clearly sets forth the policies and
procedures for:
Strongly
Agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly
Response
Disagree
Count
Promotion
36.8% (14)
44.7% (17)
13.2% (5)
2.6% (1)
2.6% (1)
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Awarding multi-year appointments
37.8% (14)
48.6% (18)
10.8% (4)
2.7% (1)
0.0% (0)
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38.9% (14)
47.2% (17)
8.3% (3)
5.6% (2)
0.0% (0)
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37.8% (14)
45.9% (17)
8.1% (3)
5.4% (2)
2.7% (1)
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Non-renewal of probationary
appointments
Terminating appointments
answered question
38
skipped question
4
34. The college provides letters of appointment, which clearly describe
the terms and conditions of employment.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
42.1%
16
Agree
36.8%
14
Neutral
21.1%
8
Disagree
0.0%
0
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
38
skipped question
4
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35. The college has a plan for the equitable and reasonable assignment of
faculty responsibilities that include:
Strongly
Agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly
Response
Disagree
Count
Classroom instruction
25.0% (9)
58.3% (21)
11.1% (4)
2.8% (1)
2.8% (1)
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Academic advising
19.4% (7)
47.2% (17)
22.2% (8)
8.3% (3)
2.8% (1)
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Committee membership
19.4% (7)
52.8% (19)
19.4% (7)
5.6% (2)
2.8% (1)
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Guidance of student organizations
13.9% (5)
50.0% (18)
25.0% (9)
8.3% (3)
2.8% (1)
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Research
8.3% (3)
52.8% (19)
27.8% (10)
8.3% (3)
2.8% (1)
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Recruiting
5.7% (2)
31.4% (11)
40.0% (14)
17.1% (6)
5.7% (2)
35
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36
skipped question
6
36. The faculty evaluation plan includes an adequate statement of criteria
against which the performance of the individual faculty member will be
measured.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
22.2%
8
Agree
36.1%
13
Neutral
30.6%
11
Disagree
5.6%
2
Strongly Disagree
5.6%
2
answered question
36
skipped question
6
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37. Faculty hold the primary responsibility for the improvement of the
educational program.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
30.6%
11
Agree
55.6%
20
Neutral
5.6%
2
Disagree
8.3%
3
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
36
skipped question
6
Response
Response
Percent
Count
38. Faculty are kept informed of institutional policies.
Strongly Agree
23.5%
8
Agree
55.9%
19
Neutral
17.6%
6
Disagree
2.9%
1
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
34
skipped question
8
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39. Adjunct faculty who teach the same courses as full-time faculty consult
with the full-time faculty about their courses, including content and
evaluation.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
15.2%
5
Agree
36.4%
12
Neutral
33.3%
11
Disagree
15.2%
5
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
33
skipped question
9
40. The college provides adequate opportunity to continue professional
development.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
15.8%
6
Agree
52.6%
20
Neutral
23.7%
9
Disagree
7.9%
3
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
38
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4
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41. The general tone and policies of the college clearly encourage faculty
members to take initiative in their own professional development.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
14.3%
5
Agree
57.1%
20
Neutral
22.9%
8
Disagree
5.7%
2
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
35
skipped question
7
42. The college provides an adequate number of faculty to support its
educational programs.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
2.9%
1
Agree
37.1%
13
Neutral
17.1%
6
Disagree
37.1%
13
Strongly Disagree
5.7%
2
answered question
35
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7
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43. Faculty have input into policy decisions.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
5.7%
2
Agree
54.3%
19
Neutral
28.6%
10
Disagree
11.4%
4
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
35
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7
44. College learning resources are adequate and available for all faculty
and enrolled students wherever college programs are provided.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
9.1%
3
Agree
63.6%
21
Neutral
24.2%
8
Disagree
3.0%
1
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
33
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9
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45. Library staff work cooperatively with faculty in assisting students to
use resource materials effectively.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
32.4%
11
Agree
52.9%
18
Neutral
14.7%
5
Disagree
0.0%
0
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
34
skipped question
8
Response
Response
Percent
Count
46. Most courses have at least one library assignment.
Strongly Agree
20.6%
7
Agree
35.3%
12
Neutral
32.4%
11
Disagree
8.8%
3
Strongly Disagree
2.9%
1
answered question
34
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8
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47. The library is accessible to evening students.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
8.8%
3
Agree
41.2%
14
Neutral
23.5%
8
Disagree
14.7%
5
Strongly Disagree
11.8%
4
answered question
34
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8
48. Library collections for essential references and specialized program
resources are available at each campus/site/location.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
11.8%
4
Agree
58.8%
20
Neutral
23.5%
8
Disagree
5.9%
2
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
answered question
34
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8
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49. PDCCC effectively embeds general education competencies into its
curriculum which results in students being competent in:
Strongly
Agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly
Response
Disagree
Count
Ability to communicate orally
24.2% (8)
54.5% (18)
18.2% (6)
0.0% (0)
3.0% (1)
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Ability to write clearly
26.5% (9)
47.1% (16)
23.5% (8)
0.0% (0)
2.9% (1)
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29.4% (10)
52.9% (18)
14.7% (5)
0.0% (0)
2.9% (1)
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23.5% (8)
55.9% (19)
17.6% (6)
0.0% (0)
2.9% (1)
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23.5% (8)
52.9% (18)
20.6% (7)
2.9% (1)
0.0% (0)
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Ability to apply quantitative skills
26.5% (9)
50.0% (17)
20.6% (7)
2.9% (1)
0.0% (0)
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Ability to use basic computers
38.2% (13)
44.1% (15)
11.8% (4)
5.9% (2)
0.0% (0)
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20.0% (7)
42.9% (15)
28.6% (10)
8.6% (3)
0.0% (0)
35
23.5% (8)
47.1% (16)
23.5% (8)
5.9% (2)
0.0% (0)
34
25.7% (9)
37.1% (13)
31.4% (11)
5.7% (2)
0.0% (0)
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Ability to apply information literacy
& library skills
Ability to apply critical thinking and
problem-solving skills
Demonstrates an understanding of
interpersonal and human relations
skills
Develops an understanding of
culture and society
Ability to apply knowledge of
scientific reasoning
Ability to apply the knowledge of
wellness necessary for a healthy
lifestyle
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7
50. The college effectively uses information technology in the curricula,
which results in the students acquiring basic competencies in the use of
computers.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
37.1%
13
Agree
51.4%
18
Neutral
8.6%
3
Disagree
2.9%
1
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
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51. The use of information technology resources at the college supports
the planning function and education programs.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
38.9%
14
Agree
47.2%
17
Neutral
8.3%
3
Disagree
2.8%
1
Strongly Disagree
2.8%
1
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36
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6
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52. PDCCC conducts a systematic effective program of undergraduate
advising.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
14.7%
5
Agree
32.4%
11
Neutral
29.4%
10
Disagree
17.6%
6
Strongly Disagree
5.9%
2
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8
53. Faculty advisors meet with their advisees at least once per semester
to discuss their progress.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
14.7%
5
Agree
32.4%
11
Neutral
29.4%
10
Disagree
20.6%
7
Strongly Disagree
2.9%
1
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34
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8
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54. Counselors are available to meet students’ needs.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
24.2%
8
Agree
57.6%
19
Neutral
9.1%
3
Disagree
6.1%
2
Strongly Disagree
3.0%
1
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33
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9
55. Organizational structure and responsibilities of administrators are
clearly defined and made known to faculty and staff.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
17.1%
6
Agree
42.9%
15
Neutral
17.1%
6
Disagree
14.3%
5
Strongly Disagree
8.6%
3
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35
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7
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56. The college administration has allocated resources in an effective
manner to accomplish the institutional goals.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
5.7%
2
Agree
51.4%
18
Neutral
28.6%
10
Disagree
11.4%
4
Strongly Disagree
2.9%
1
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35
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7
57. Programs offered by PDCCC Workforce Development adequately serve
the needs of the community.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
19.4%
7
Agree
47.2%
17
Neutral
19.4%
7
Disagree
13.9%
5
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
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36
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6
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58. A workforce component is embedded in most courses.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
5.9%
2
Agree
38.2%
13
Neutral
29.4%
10
Disagree
23.5%
8
Strongly Disagree
2.9%
1
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34
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8
59. The college budget planning is preceded by sound educational
planning.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
5.6%
2
Agree
50.0%
18
Neutral
33.3%
12
Disagree
8.3%
3
Strongly Disagree
2.8%
1
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36
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6
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60. The college’s institutional advancement program is directly related to
the purpose of the institution.
Response
Response
Percent
Count
Strongly Agree
24.3%
9
Agree
51.4%
19
Neutral
21.6%
8
Disagree
2.7%
1
Strongly Disagree
0.0%
0
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5
61. Please provide any additional comments/suggestions that may be
useful in improving the quality of the College's services.
Response
Count
8
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