Biology, Chemistry and Engineering Student Attitudes to Student Success at Texas A&M University-Kingsville Survey

You were sent this survey after completing a course or a course in which you are currently enrolled at Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK). The purpose of the survey is to collect information about the academic status of participants and the impact that their participation in paper or electronic homework, in addition to regular SRI forms had on their academic life. Survey results will be used by management to improve future student preparedness as it related to homework preference and whether there is a gender/ethnic bias to homework completion rates.

Your participation in this survey is strictly voluntary and you may stop participation at any time. All information will be kept confidential. There are no rewards or punishment for your participation or lack of participation in the survey. However, your input will be very valuable in reporting the impact of Student preparedness and in improving future format of homework’s (paper or electronic, multiple choice, or essay for example). This survey will not take more than 15 minutes to complete.

1. Indicate the frequency that best describes the occurrence of each of the following instructional strategies during your introduction and learning classes. Indicate either how often you do a specific activity or how much you agree with a statement.
Instructional strategies - Frequency of occurrence (%)

	0	25	50	75	100
I was absent at some or all of the lectures	*Indicate the frequency that best describes the occurrence of each of the following instructional strategies during your introduction and learning classes. Indicate either how often you do a specific activity or how much you agree with a statement. Instructional strategies - Frequency of occurrence (%) I was absent at some or all of the lectures 0	I was absent at some or all of the lectures 25	I was absent at some or all of the lectures 50	I was absent at some or all of the lectures 75	I was absent at some or all of the lectures 100
I was late for some or all of the lectures	I was late for some or all of the lectures 0	I was late for some or all of the lectures 25	I was late for some or all of the lectures 50	I was late for some or all of the lectures 75	I was late for some or all of the lectures 100
If given a choice I prefer paper based homework’s	If given a choice I prefer paper based homework’s 0	If given a choice I prefer paper based homework’s 25	If given a choice I prefer paper based homework’s 50	If given a choice I prefer paper based homework’s 75	If given a choice I prefer paper based homework’s 100
I believe electronic homework to be easier than paper homework’s	I believe electronic homework to be easier than paper homework’s 0	I believe electronic homework to be easier than paper homework’s 25	I believe electronic homework to be easier than paper homework’s 50	I believe electronic homework to be easier than paper homework’s 75	I believe electronic homework to be easier than paper homework’s 100
I believe paper homework’s to be more convenient	I believe paper homework’s to be more convenient 0	I believe paper homework’s to be more convenient 25	I believe paper homework’s to be more convenient 50	I believe paper homework’s to be more convenient 75	I believe paper homework’s to be more convenient 100

2. Please describe your gender/ethnicity/age group and which of the following assessments were used by the instructor of your courses and how you completed them (Select all that apply)

Please describe your gender/ethnicity/age group and which of the following assessments were used by the instructor of your courses and how you completed them (Select all that apply) Gender: Male

Gender: Female

Race: Other

Race: Caucasian

Race: Latino/Hispanic

Race: Asian

Race: African-American

Portfolios

Essay test question

Homework’s completed electronically

Homework’s completed on paper

Some homework’s completed on paper, some electronically

Multiple choice test question

Grades on presentation

Grades on projects

Short answer test question

Research Journals

Homework grades

3. How we can improve the class format to enable to make me learn better?

How we can improve the class format to enable to make me learn better?

4. On average my completion rate for homework and reading assignments is (write as HW%: Read%)

On average my completion rate for homework and reading assignments is (write as HW%: Read%)

5. How did your introductory class(es) change your knowledge of:
Area of Knowledge related to the program - Change in your knowledge or perception

	I agree	I disagree	Not Sure	Leave Blank
I did badly in my classes because I lack motivation to study. I lack motivation because I am depressed. I am depressed because I do not know how to effectively study.	*How did your introductory class(es) change your knowledge of: Area of Knowledge related to the program - Change in your knowledge or perception I did badly in my classes because I lack motivation to study. I lack motivation because I am depressed. I am depressed because I do not know how to effectively study. I agree	I did badly in my classes because I lack motivation to study. I lack motivation because I am depressed. I am depressed because I do not know how to effectively study. I disagree	I did badly in my classes because I lack motivation to study. I lack motivation because I am depressed. I am depressed because I do not know how to effectively study. Not Sure	I did badly in my classes because I lack motivation to study. I lack motivation because I am depressed. I am depressed because I do not know how to effectively study. Leave Blank
I did badly in my classes because I lack motivation to study. I lack motivation because I am depressed. I am depressed because I am overweight and it is affecting my confidence.	I did badly in my classes because I lack motivation to study. I lack motivation because I am depressed. I am depressed because I am overweight and it is affecting my confidence. I agree	I did badly in my classes because I lack motivation to study. I lack motivation because I am depressed. I am depressed because I am overweight and it is affecting my confidence. I disagree	I did badly in my classes because I lack motivation to study. I lack motivation because I am depressed. I am depressed because I am overweight and it is affecting my confidence. Not Sure	I did badly in my classes because I lack motivation to study. I lack motivation because I am depressed. I am depressed because I am overweight and it is affecting my confidence. Leave Blank
I think doing the minimum is all I need. I do not need additional resources to improve my study skills or student success.	I think doing the minimum is all I need. I do not need additional resources to improve my study skills or student success. I agree	I think doing the minimum is all I need. I do not need additional resources to improve my study skills or student success. I disagree	I think doing the minimum is all I need. I do not need additional resources to improve my study skills or student success. Not Sure	I think doing the minimum is all I need. I do not need additional resources to improve my study skills or student success. Leave Blank
I do not think I need to complete every homework or class assignment which is requested	I do not think I need to complete every homework or class assignment which is requested I agree	I do not think I need to complete every homework or class assignment which is requested I disagree	I do not think I need to complete every homework or class assignment which is requested Not Sure	I do not think I need to complete every homework or class assignment which is requested Leave Blank
If I had a peer or study-buddy I think I would do better	If I had a peer or study-buddy I think I would do better I agree	If I had a peer or study-buddy I think I would do better I disagree	If I had a peer or study-buddy I think I would do better Not Sure	If I had a peer or study-buddy I think I would do better Leave Blank
If someone were to show me that completing all of the homework’s and assignments would give me a better grade than partial completion, I would do them all	If someone were to show me that completing all of the homework’s and assignments would give me a better grade than partial completion, I would do them all I agree	If someone were to show me that completing all of the homework’s and assignments would give me a better grade than partial completion, I would do them all I disagree	If someone were to show me that completing all of the homework’s and assignments would give me a better grade than partial completion, I would do them all Not Sure	If someone were to show me that completing all of the homework’s and assignments would give me a better grade than partial completion, I would do them all Leave Blank
I am more determined to finish my current studies and graduate, if I had encouragement	I am more determined to finish my current studies and graduate, if I had encouragement I agree	I am more determined to finish my current studies and graduate, if I had encouragement I disagree	I am more determined to finish my current studies and graduate, if I had encouragement Not Sure	I am more determined to finish my current studies and graduate, if I had encouragement Leave Blank
I believe it is more likely I will apply to graduate school or other professional school to obtain an advanced degree such as a masters or doctorate in the field of Science and / or Engineering	I believe it is more likely I will apply to graduate school or other professional school to obtain an advanced degree such as a masters or doctorate in the field of Science and / or Engineering I agree	I believe it is more likely I will apply to graduate school or other professional school to obtain an advanced degree such as a masters or doctorate in the field of Science and / or Engineering I disagree	I believe it is more likely I will apply to graduate school or other professional school to obtain an advanced degree such as a masters or doctorate in the field of Science and / or Engineering Not Sure	I believe it is more likely I will apply to graduate school or other professional school to obtain an advanced degree such as a masters or doctorate in the field of Science and / or Engineering Leave Blank