Social Software in Athabasca's Undergraduate Studies

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There are 91 questions in this survey

Identification

Please tell us a little bit about yourself:

1 [ID1]What is the name of course you are currently enrolled in at Athabasca University? *

Please write your answer here:

 
Select the one you have mostly recently worked on, if you are enrolled in two or more courses.

2 [ID2]Gender

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Female Female
  • Male Male

3 [ID3]What is your age (in years)?

Please write your answer here:

 

4 [ID4]Work Status

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Mainly Study Mainly Study
  • Mainly Work Mainly Work
  • Other Other

5 [ID5]How many distance education courses have you taken before? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • 0 0
  • 1 1
  • 2 2
  • 3 3
  • 4 or more 4 or more

6 [ID6]How many of the above distance education courses did you successfully complete? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • 0 0
  • 1 1
  • 2 2
  • 3 3
  • 4 or more 4 or more

7 [ID7]When was your last distance education course taken before this course? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • 0 - 5 months 0 - 5 months
  • 6 - 11 months 6 - 11 months
  • 1 - 3 years 1 - 3 years
  • 4 - 6 years 4 - 6 years
  • More than 6 years ago More than 6 years ago

8 [ID12]Are you enrolled in a program at another university or college and thus a visiting student at Athabasca? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Yes Yes
  • No No

9 [ID8]Do you have regular access to the Internet for study purposes (home, office, other)? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Yes Yes
  • No No

10 [ID9]If so, what kind of internet connection is it?

Only answer this question if the following conditions are met:
° Answer was 'Yes' at question '9 [ID8]' (Do you have regular access to the Internet for study purposes (home, office, other)? )

Please choose only one of the following:

  • High Speed (LAN, Cable or DSL) High Speed (LAN, Cable or DSL)
  • Dial Up Dial Up
  • Don't Know Don't Know

11 [ID10]Do you have a headset with an integrated microphone? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Yes Yes
  • No No

12 [ID11]Do you have a webcam? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Yes Yes
  • No No

Learning Preferences

This section helps us get an insight into the way you like to work - alone and with others. Please record to what extent you agree or disagree with the following statements:

13 [LP1]Working with a group leads to poor results. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

14 [LP2]A teacher can help most by working with students in groups. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

15 [LP3]I prefer to work by myself so I can go as fast as I like. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

16 [LP4]It is helpful to put together everyone's ideas when making a decision. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

17 [LP5]When a group or class needs something important done, I can help most by working it out on my own. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

18 [LP6]Working in a group scares me. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

19 [LP7]I do not like working by myself *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

20 [LP8]In a group discussion, we never get on to important things. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

21 [LP9]I like to work in groups when taking courses. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

22 [LP10]I like to be able to use the ideas of other people as well as my own. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

23 [LP11]If I work by myself most of the time, I become lonely and unhappy. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

24 [LP12]We get the work done faster if we all work together. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

25 [LP13]I do better quality work by myself. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

26 [LP14]I like to help other people do well in a group. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

27 [LP15]If I work by myself now I will manage better later. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

28 [LP16]I work badly when I have to do it by myself. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

29 [LP17]I like my work best if I do it myself without anyone's help. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

30 [LP18]Other students don't need to know what I do when I am studying. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

31 [LP19]Working in a group now helps me work with other people later. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

32 [LP20]I like to keep my ideas to myself. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

33 [LP21]The teacher can help most by choosing work that is right for each student. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

34 [LP22]Other students like to help me learn. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

35 [LP23]I like to work on my own without paying attention to other people. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

36 [LP24]I do not like working with other people. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

37 [LP25]What components of a distance education course would you be interested in working with other students? *

Please choose all that apply:

  • Discussions with other students Discussions with other students
  • Studying for exams Studying for exams
  • Writing a paper Writing a paper
  • Doing an assignment or coursework Doing an assignment or coursework
  • Working on a project Working on a project
  • Sharing internet resources Sharing internet resources
  • Creating web pages or resources Creating web pages or resources
  • Other activities Other activities

38 [LP26]How do you rate your teamwork experiences in education? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • neg1 Very negative
  • neg2 Negative
  • neg3 Neutral
  • neg4 Positive
  • neg5 Very positive

39 [LP20]How interested are you in collaborating with other students in your courses? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • INte1 Not at all interested
  • inte2 Not very interested
  • inte3 interested
  • inte4 Very Interested
  • inte5 Don't know

40 [LP21]In what mode would you be most interested in collaborating with others? *

Only answer this question if the following conditions are met:
° Answer was 'interested' or 'Very Interested' at question '39 [LP20]' (How interested are you in collaborating with other students in your courses?)

Please choose all that apply:

  • Internet Internet
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Face-to-face Face-to-face
  • Other:
     

Technical Skills

In this section we try to determine your interest and skill using computer technologies. Please record to what extent that you agree or disagree with the following statements:

41 [TS1]I like using computers for research. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

42 [TS2]I like to communicate with others using computer supported communication (eg - email, text messaging) to support my learning. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

43 [TS3]I spend a lot of time on the Internet. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

44 [TS4]I enjoy working on tasks on a computer that I can do by following directions. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

45 [TS5]I know how to send and receive messages and attachments through various communication tools (emails, instant messaging etc). *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

46 [TS6]I feel confident in using computers to connect to the internet. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

47 [TS7]I am good at finding precisely what I am looking for when I use search engines. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

48 [TS8]I like situations where I can use my own ideas and way of doing things. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

49 [TS9]I feel confident about formatting text (eg - bold, underlining, creating tables etc) while word processing. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

50 [TS10]When I become confused about how to do something with computers, I am good with strategies aimed at finding information to resolve the problem (help function, documentation etc). *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

51 [TS11]I know how to install software to support my learning using computers. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

52 [TS12]I feel at ease when working with computers. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

53 [TS13]I can troubleshoot most problems associated with using a computer. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

54 [TS14]I have extensive experience using computers. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

55 [TS15]I am good at using presentation software. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree
Eg: Powerpoint

56 [TS16]I am good at using spreadsheets (eg - Excel) *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

57 [TS17]I am able to set up and manage file directories. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • la Strongly Disagree
  • lb Disagree
  • ld Neither Agree nor Disagree
  • 1c Agree
  • 1e Strongly Agree

Social Software Experience

In this section we are getting at your experience and interest in various social (Web 2.0 type) technologies. What, if any, has been your experience using these social software applications?

58 [EXP1]What has been your experience with blogs? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • exp1 None, Non User: Have no idea about it.
  • exp2 Beginner: Have some knowledge about it
  • exp3 Intermediate: Own an account, can search, tag and comment
  • exp4 Advanced: own an account and do contribute with postings, files or resources
  • exp5 Expert: I know most everything about using this tool

59 [EXP2]What has been your experience with Wikis? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • exp1 None, Non User: Have no idea about it.
  • exp2 Beginner: Have some knowledge about it
  • exp3 Intermediate: Own an account, can search, tag and comment
  • exp4 Advanced: own an account and do contribute with postings, files or resources
  • exp5 Expert: I know most everything about using this tool

60 [EXP3]What has been your experience with social bookmarking (eg De.licio-us, Diigo)? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • exp1 None, Non User: Have no idea about it.
  • exp2 Beginner: Have some knowledge about it
  • exp3 Intermediate: Own an account, can search, tag and comment
  • exp4 Advanced: own an account and do contribute with postings, files or resources
  • exp5 Expert: I know most everything about using this tool

61 [EXP4]What has been your experience with web conferencing? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • exp1 None, Non User: Have no idea about it.
  • exp2 Beginner: Have some knowledge about it
  • exp3 Intermediate: Own an account, can search, tag and comment
  • exp4 Advanced: own an account and do contribute with postings, files or resources
  • exp5 Expert: I know most everything about using this tool
Eg: Elluminate, Adobe Connect, VIA

62 [EXP5]What has been your experience with social networking? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • exp1 None, Non User: Have no idea about it.
  • exp2 Beginner: Have some knowledge about it
  • exp3 Intermediate: Own an account, can search, tag and comment
  • exp4 Advanced: own an account and do contribute with postings, files or resources
  • exp5 Expert: I know most everything about using this tool
Eg: Facebook, MySpace, Ning

63 [EXP6]What has been your experience with photo publishing? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • exp1 None, Non User: Have no idea about it.
  • exp2 Beginner: Have some knowledge about it
  • exp3 Intermediate: Own an account, can search, tag and comment
  • exp4 Advanced: own an account and do contribute with postings, files or resources
  • exp5 Expert: I know most everything about using this tool
Eg: Flickr, icasa, Facebook

64 [EXP7]What has been your experience with video sharing? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • exp1 None, Non User: Have no idea about it.
  • exp2 Beginner: Have some knowledge about it
  • exp3 Intermediate: Own an account, can search, tag and comment
  • exp4 Advanced: own an account and do contribute with postings, files or resources
  • exp5 Expert: I know most everything about using this tool
Eg: Youtube

65 [EXP8]What has been your experience with podcasting? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • exp1 None, Non User: Have no idea about it.
  • exp2 Beginner: Have some knowledge about it
  • exp3 Intermediate: Own an account, can search, tag and comment
  • exp4 Advanced: own an account and do contribute with postings, files or resources
  • exp5 Expert: I know most everything about using this tool

66 [EXP9]What has been your experience with Twitter? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • exp1 None, Non User: Have no idea about it.
  • exp2 Beginner: Have some knowledge about it
  • exp3 Intermediate: Own an account, can search, tag and comment
  • exp4 Advanced: own an account and do contribute with postings, files or resources
  • exp5 Expert: I know most everything about using this tool

67 [EXP10]What has been your experience with immersive 3D software? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • exp1 None, Non User: Have no idea about it.
  • exp2 Beginner: Have some knowledge about it
  • exp3 Intermediate: Own an account, can search, tag and comment
  • exp4 Advanced: own an account and do contribute with postings, files or resources
  • exp5 Expert: I know most everything about using this tool
Eg: Second Life

68 [EXP11]What has been your experience using e-portfolios? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • exp1 None, Non User: Have no idea about it.
  • exp2 Beginner: Have some knowledge about it
  • exp3 Intermediate: Own an account, can search, tag and comment
  • exp4 Advanced: own an account and do contribute with postings, files or resources
  • exp5 Expert: I know most everything about using this tool

Social Software for Learning

Please record your interest in having the following social software tools used in undergraduate courses at Athabasca University:

69 [SSL1]How interested are you in having blogs used in Athabasca University courses? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • INte1 Not at all interested
  • inte2 Not very interested
  • inte3 interested
  • inte4 Very Interested
  • inte5 Don't know

70 [SSL2]How interested are you in having wikis used in Athabasca courses? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • INte1 Not at all interested
  • inte2 Not very interested
  • inte3 interested
  • inte4 Very Interested
  • inte5 Don't know

71 [SSL3]How interested are you in having Social Bookmarking tools in Athabasca courses? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • INte1 Not at all interested
  • inte2 Not very interested
  • inte3 interested
  • inte4 Very Interested
  • inte5 Don't know
Eg: De.licio.us, Diigo

72 [SSL4]How interested are you in having web conferencing tools used in Athabasca courses? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • INte1 Not at all interested
  • inte2 Not very interested
  • inte3 interested
  • inte4 Very Interested
  • inte5 Don't know
Eg: Elluminate, Adobe Connect, VIA

73 [SSL5]How interested are you in having social networking tools used in Athabasca courses? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • INte1 Not at all interested
  • inte2 Not very interested
  • inte3 interested
  • inte4 Very Interested
  • inte5 Don't know
Eg: Facebook, Myspace, Ning

74 [SSL6]How interested are you in having photo publishing tools used in Athabasca courses? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • INte1 Not at all interested
  • inte2 Not very interested
  • inte3 interested
  • inte4 Very Interested
  • inte5 Don't know
Eg: Flickr, Picasa

75 [SSL7]How interested are you in having video download and sharing tools used in Athabasca courses? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • INte1 Not at all interested
  • inte2 Not very interested
  • inte3 interested
  • inte4 Very Interested
  • inte5 Don't know
Eg: YouTube

76 [SSL8]How interested are you in having podcasting tools used in Athabasca courses? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • INte1 Not at all interested
  • inte2 Not very interested
  • inte3 interested
  • inte4 Very Interested
  • inte5 Don't know

77 [SSL9]How interested are you in having Twitter used in Athabasca courses? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • INte1 Not at all interested
  • inte2 Not very interested
  • inte3 interested
  • inte4 Very Interested
  • inte5 Don't know

78 [SSL10]How interested are you in having e-portfolio tools used in Athabasca courses? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • INte1 Not at all interested
  • inte2 Not very interested
  • inte3 interested
  • inte4 Very Interested
  • inte5 Don't know

Confidence in Distance Education Abilities

In this final section we try to determine your confidence level in successfully completing your distance education course.  Please record the extent to which you agree or disagree with the following statements:

79 [SEDE1]I have the discipline to be able manage this courses effectively. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Strongly Disagree Strongly Disagree
  • Disagree Disagree
  • Neutral Neutral
  • Agree Agree
  • Strongly Agree Strongly Agree

80 [SEDE2]I believe I am able to dedicate enough time for this course. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Strongly Disagree Strongly Disagree
  • Disagree Disagree
  • Neutral Neutral
  • Agree Agree
  • Strongly Agree Strongly Agree

81 [SEDE3]I am confident I can use effective learning strategies. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Strongly Disagree Strongly Disagree
  • Disagree Disagree
  • Neutral Neutral
  • Agree Agree
  • Strongly Agree Strongly Agree

82 [SEDE4]I am able to set a schedule for my studies and stick to it. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Strongly Disagree Strongly Disagree
  • Disagree Disagree
  • Neutral Neutral
  • Agree Agree
  • Strongly Agree Strongly Agree

83 [SEDE5]In this course, I believe I will be able to quickly get to work. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Strongly Disagree Strongly Disagree
  • Disagree Disagree
  • Neutral Neutral
  • Agree Agree
  • Strongly Agree Strongly Agree

84 [SEDE6]I am sure I will be able to meet assignments' deadlines. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Strongly Disagree Strongly Disagree
  • Disagree Disagree
  • Neutral Neutral
  • Agree Agree
  • Strongly Agree Strongly Agree

85 [SEDE7]I am sure I will be able to meet assignment deadlines. *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Strongly Disagree Strongly Disagree
  • Disagree Disagree
  • Neutral Neutral
  • Agree Agree
  • Strongly Agree Strongly Agree

86 [SEDE10]How interested are you in joining an online, real-time meeting with your tutor and other students in this course? *

Please choose only one of the following:

  • Very interested Very interested
  • interested interested
  • Not very interested Not very interested
  • Definitely not interested Definitely not interested

Wrap Up

87 [WR1]Please describe in your own words any positive expectations you have about using these networked technologies in your courses at Athabasca University.

Please write your answer here:

 

88 [WR2]Please describe in your own words any CONCERNS  you have about using these networked technologies in your courses at Athabasca University.

Please write your answer here:

 

89 [WR3]If you would like your name entered into a draw for one of 2 iphones please provide your email address here:

Please write your answer here:

 

90 [WR4]Please let us know of any concerns or issues you have related to completing this survey. Thanks

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