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Kember, David; Leung, Doris Y. P. – Research in Higher Education, 2011
Comparisons of large samples of course and teaching evaluation questionnaire data show consistent disciplinary differences. The current study examined the disciplinary differences in a theoretical model positing the impact of the perceived nature of teaching and learning environment on the development of generic capabilities by testing of (1)…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Teacher Effectiveness, Student Attitudes, Educational Environment
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Hesseldenz, Jon S.; Smith, Barbara G. – Research in Higher Education, 1977
Possible respondents in a 1974 survey of University of Kentucky doctoral graduates were sent either computer-prepared or offset-printed questionnaires, personalized and identical in content. Overall response rates were similar except when the responses were categorized by the academic major of each recipient. (Editor/LBH)
Descriptors: Classification, Computers, Data Collection, Graduate Surveys
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Muffo, John A.; Coccari, Ronald L. – Research in Higher Education, 1982
A survey concerning external funding for research for the 338 member institutions of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) is summarized. Results indicate that institutions successful in obtaining outside funds tend to place more emphasis on graduate teaching and internally and externally funded research. (Author/MLW)
Descriptors: Educational Finance, Financial Support, Grants, Higher Education
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Thompson, Mark E. – Research in Higher Education, 1976
The effectiveness of the Student Attitude Inventory (SAI) in predicting college success was examined. The SAI contains 47 items that identify students on the basis of (1) motivation, (2) study methods, (3) examination technique, and (4) lack of distractions toward academic work. (Editor/LBH)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Predictor Variables
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Krotseng, Marsha V. – Research in Higher Education, 1992
Using discriminant analysis, a study examined (1) the extent to which the new Student Adjustment to College Questionnaire (SACQ) accurately predicts student departure for a private, comprehensive university (n=1,978 students); (2) SACQ items distinguishing nonpersisters; (3) use with an incoming class; and (4) evidence linking the SACQ with…
Descriptors: Academic Persistence, College Administration, College Students, Higher Education
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Lysons, Art – Research in Higher Education, 1990
Application of the Perceived Climate Questionnaire involving senior-level staff from Australian institutions used climate factors as the basis for testing hypothesized taxonomies of the institutions. Results reinforce the relevance of contemporary management theories and demonstrate the importance of leadership styles in organizational…
Descriptors: Classification, College Faculty, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
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Dowaliby, Fred J.; And Others – Research in Higher Education, 1993
Development of a self-report rating scale providing information about students with academic/social integration difficulties is reported. The questionnaire was tested with 192 incoming first-year students at a technical institute for the deaf. Results show the instrument useful in early evaluation and diagnosis of adjustment problems and helpful…
Descriptors: College Freshmen, Deafness, High Risk Students, Higher Education