Custom Survey Items for CCSSE Survey – Spring 2014
Fourteen of the 15 items are based on the institution’s 6 core competencies as categorized below. One
question has also been included about access to technology. To ensure the most valid responses, the
items have been re-ordered so that not all related items (i.e., within the same core competency
category) occur consecutively. Please note that 5 CCSSE special focus items precede our 15 custom
survey items, which is why the additional items are numbered from 6 through 20 [in brackets].
Communication Skills
Students will demonstrate reading comprehension and expository writing skills at a college level.
a. As an outcome of your college education, how important to you is writing clearly and effectively?
A=Most important
B=Very important
C=Moderately important
D=Slightly important
E=Not at all important
[Additional item #14]
Information Skills
Students will define information needs, access information efficiently and effectively, evaluate
information critically, and use information ethically.
b. As an outcome of your college education, how important to you is developing computer and
information technology skills?
A=Most important
B=Very important
C=Moderately important
D=Slightly important
E=Not at all important
[Additional item #15]
Critical Thinking/Problem solving
Students will use quantitative and logical reasoning to analyze information, evaluate ideas, and
solve problems.
c. As an outcome of your college education, how important to you is thinking critically and
analytically?
A=Most important
B=Very important
C=Moderately important
D=Slightly important
E=Not at all important
[Additional item #6]
d. Taking courses at this college has helped me learn how to analyze information and evaluate ideas.
A=Strongly agree
B=Agree
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C=Neutral
D=Disagree
E=Strongly disagree
[Additional item #17]
e. Taking courses at this college has helped me to use reasoning skills in solving problems.
A=Strongly agree
B=Agree
C=Neutral
D=Disagree
E=Strongly disagree
[Additional item #7]
Global Awareness
Students will demonstrate knowledge of global interdependence; others’ values, cultures and
beliefs; and the ability to describe one’s own cultural heritage.
f.
To what extent has your experience at this college contributed to your understanding of current
global issues (such as global political, cultural, and economic environments)?
A=Very much
B=Quite a bit
C=Some
D=Very little
E=Not at all
[Additional item #8]
g. The environment at this college is one in which students are encouraged to develop an
understanding of others’ values, cultures and beliefs.
A=Strongly agree
B=Agree
C=Neutral
D=Disagree
E=Strongly disagree
[Additional item #9]
h. The environment at this college is one in which students are encouraged to develop an
understanding of their own values, culture and beliefs.
A=Strongly agree
B=Agree
C=Neutral
D=Disagree
E=Strongly disagree
[Additional item #13]
i.
As an outcome of your college education, how important is it that you understand people of diverse
backgrounds (racial, ethnic, cultural and other backgrounds that are different from yours)?
A=Most important
B=Very important
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C=Moderately important
D=Slightly important
E=Not at all important
[Additional item #20]
Aesthetic Appreciation
Students will critically reflect upon works of visual and performing arts in a diverse cultural
context.
j. Taking courses at this college has helped me to critically evaluate artistic works.
A=Strongly agree
B=Agree
C=Neutral
D=Disagree
E=Strongly disagree
[Additional item #10]
k. Taking courses at this college has helped me develop an awareness of and appreciation for the
visual and performing arts.
A=Strongly agree
B=Agree
C=Neutral
D=Disagree
E=Strongly disagree
[Additional item #18]
Personal Growth and Responsibility
(a) Students will promote a lifestyle that reflects physical and mental health.
(b) Students will demonstrate the importance of being an informed, ethical, and active citizen in
their community and the world.
l.
To what extent has your experience at this college helped you to incorporate sound mental and
emotional health practices into your lifestyle?
A=Very much
B=Quite a bit
C=Some
D=Very little
E=Not at all
[Additional item #11]
m. As an outcome of your college education, how important to you is developing your ability to make
informed decisions as a citizen?
A=Most important
B=Very important
C=Moderately important
D=Slightly important
E=Not at all important
[Additional item #12]
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n. How often has your experience at this college exposed you to an emphasis on promoting leadership
and ethical decision making?
A=Very often
B=Often
C=Sometimes
D=Rarely
E=Never
[Additional item #19]
Additional Item: Access to Technology
o. In order to meet your educational needs, this college currently provides adequate access to which of
the following?
A=Computers and printers
B=The internet (including wireless access)
C=Computers, printers and the internet (including wireless access)
D=None of the above
[Additional item #16]
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