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Lecturers

Dear All

I would like you to participate in my survey that examines ways in which the Design School can better facilitate learning. The survey is part of my Masters in Education dissertation and will take approximately 20 minutes.

During the survey, you will be asked about your perceptions of the students' experience of the Design School and your own thoughts too.

Your participation in this study is completely voluntary. However, it is very important for me to learn about your collective opinions.

Your survey responses will be strictly confidential and data from this research will be reported only in the aggregate. Your information will be coded and will remain confidential. If you have questions at any time about the survey or the procedures, you may contact me Jamie Steane on 07968 785992 or by email: [email protected].

Thank you very much for your time and support. Please start with the survey now by clicking on the Continue button below.

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Section One: Please consider each of the statements below and shade the box which most closely represents whether you agree or disagree with the statement. Give your first response and do not think too deeply about it.

The level of tutor contact matches the students expectations

Students frequently share their work with each other

I regularly use design e-journals on Hylife and other online library resources to inform my learning and teaching.

Students prefer to study alone.

Students visit the library on a regular basis to research topic areas.

Students feel privileged to have been given a place on my course.

My teaching empowers students to take control of their own learning experience

When students find that they dont understand teaching material or task they will immediately contact me for help

Research papers, presentations and other forms of materials are readily accessible and shared within the school.

Students would consider me approachable and willing to help

Work experience and placements are a vital part of the course

The Design School provides all the facilities the students need

I consider the majority of students to be reliable members of the course

Students believe that the course syllabus is appropriate

Students are willing to share their knowledge and information with other members of the design school.

I prefer to develop my design work or teaching material by myself.

Students have a good understanding of the Design School facilities available to them

The Design School provides students with a positive sense of community

University provides me with all the support I need to advance my teaching skills

I regularly share ideas on design and teaching with colleagues and contemporary design practitioners

The flow of information between students and staff is not adequate

I regularly use other facilities on campus e.g. Refectories, Library, Students Union, Gym.

I have a clear understanding of the research the school is involved with.

I regularly use e-learning tools such as Blackboard and email correspondence with students to facilitate my teaching.

I think design websites, forums, chat and email are excellent ways to get expert advice

Students enjoy learning new things from students and lecturers on other courses

Students achieve more during group projects than by themselves

Students regularly use design e-journals on Hylife and other online library resources

Students have been given ample opportunities to attend guest lectures and relevant design conferences

Students share their materials with other students on their course

When students come into my class they feel their time is being wasted.

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
I regularly use e-learning tools such as Blackboard and Email correspondence with student to facilitate my teaching.

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
Current teaching methods are at odds with the ways in which modern students prefer to learn.

There are sufficient opportunities to see other students work within the School of Design e.g. work on wall and exhibitions

Students would like to have more opportunities to collaborate with students and staff from other design disciplines

Students visit the library on a regular basis to research topic areas.

Students are committed to the course goals and objectives

Students often use books or tutorials not provided by me for basic skills training or knowledge.

The course provides each student with the opportunity to meet other interesting students.

Students find it easier to complete their study at home

All information is readily shared on the course

Students help each other on the course if they are struggling

Students enjoy the company of others when working

The Design school is a great place to meet students from other courses

Current teaching methods are at odds with the ways in which modern students prefer to learn

Class time for my students is well organised

Students like to share what they know with other members of the course

Students are actively involved in study groups that have been set up by themselves

The Design school provides students with adequate facilities to relax and socialise.

Students enjoy working on group projects

There are sufficient opportunities for the students to hear the ideas of others.

During group projects all students tend to give an equal contribution

The students have adequate study space to complete their assignments.

If students could receive all their lessons online they would.

I listen to my students thoughts about the course.

Students believe that my course has an excellent reputation

I am given time to attend relevant conferences in order to update my skills and knowledge.

The Design Schools facilities a positive factor in the students decisions to study here

I would like to have more opportunities to collaborate with students and staff from other design disciplines

Students like to exhibit their work when given the opportunity

There are sufficient opportunities to learn about the design and teaching ideas of my colleagues.

Students have adequate access to the resources they need to complete their tasks.

Students have a clear understanding of the research the school is involved with

Students prefer to learn new skills in their own time rather than in class.

If students dont understand the task they will ask other students on their course to explain

Cooperation between course members is very important for the students learning.

Students consider that the skills they are learning are relevant and will help them to find good jobs

The computer and printing facilities are excellent.

Students have a greater sense of belonging as a result of being a member of the Design School.

The teaching I provide is ample for my students needs

The students enjoy seeing and learning from others students work on my course

Students get a lot of information about the work that other courses within the design school are completing

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
I think design websites, forums, chat and email are excellents to ways to get expert advice.

Section 2: Please complete the following questions

1. When I have a project issue/problem to deal with I am more likely to .
Please rank in order of importance (1 = most important, 2 = second most important etc.)

Ask my subject peers (in the School of Design)
Ask my friends/colleagues from other disciplines (in the School of Design)
Ask my line manager
Ask peers outside the School of Design
Work it out on my own

What do you consider to be the most important elements (topics, skills) taught on your course? (List a minimum of 3 items)

How could a sense of community be improved for both students and staff?

How would you describe your ideal work environment?

What changes could the Design School make to make your job easier?

Any other comments?

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