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Interpreting Thomas Hardy's Dorset churches survey
1.
Demographic information (please tick). Are you:
Under 18
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65 or older
2.
Did you know that author Thomas Hardy lived in Dorset, and features local villages and parish churches in his novels?
Yes
No
3.
Are you interested in learning about Thomas Hardy's link with churches in Dorset?
Extremely interested
Very interested
Somewhat interested
Not so interested
Not at all interested
4.
If you answered yes the Q3, please explain why
5.
Have you heard of the Thomas Hardy Society?
Yes, I am a member
Yes, although I am not a member
No, but I am interested in Thomas Hardy
No
6.
Are you interested in learning about church heritage in general?
Extremely interested
Very interested
Somewhat interested
Not so interested
Not at all interested
7.
Have you ever used digital tools or apps for learning about heritage at a
church or other historical site?
Yes, regularly
Yes, occasionally
No, but I'm interested
No, and I'm not interested
8.
Would you be interested in exploring the heritage of a church through your phone?
Definitely
Probably
Not sure
Probably not
Definitely not
9.
What types of digital content would you like to access at a church (select all that apply)?
Self-guided tour(s)
Audio
Augmented Reality/3D
Historical photos/videos
Games and quizzes
Text-based including quotes
Other (please specify)
10.
Would you travel to multiple churches on a tour if they shared themes and/or stories?
Definitely not
Possibly
Definitely
Probably
Unlikely
11.
In your opinion, how important is it for churches to use modern technology on mobile phones to share their history?
Very important
Important
Neutral
Not very important
Not important at all
12.
Would you be interested in volunteering to help with:
Writing heritage content
Sourcing historic images or footage
Researching heritage content
Uploading and updating content
Other (please specify)
None of the above
13.
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14.
Do you have any additional comments?