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CIRP The Freshman Survey 2011. First-time Full-time Freshmen who entered College in 2011 National Norms Data N=203,967. Higher Education Research Institute, University of California at Los Angeles. The Freshman Survey.
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CIRPThe Freshman Survey2011 First-time Full-time Freshmen who entered College in 2011 National Norms Data N=203,967 Higher Education Research Institute, University of California at Los Angeles
The Freshman Survey The CIRP Freshman Survey provides institutions with information on the characteristics, values, and expectations of your incoming first-year students. Providing insight on how your incoming class changes over time and compares to your peers, the survey is most valuable as the start of a longitudinal assessment program that continues with the Your First College Year Survey, the Diverse Learning Environments Survey, and the College Senior Survey. This presentation is designed to provide a visual executive summary of the results. Higher Education Research Institute, University of California at Los Angeles
Demographics Academic Academic Preparation Habits of Mind (construct) Academic Self-Concept (construct) Interactions with Teachers Active and Collaborative Learning Written and Oral Communication Academic Enhancement Experiences Academic Disengagement Civic Engagement Social Agency (construct) Civic Engagement Leadership Diversity Pluralistic Orientation (construct) Diversity Social Life Social Self-Concept (construct) Likelihood of College Involvement (construct) Online Social Network Socializing with Friends Choosing College College Reputation Orientation (construct) College Choice Financing College Career Planning Health and Wellness Spirituality/Religiosity Presentation Summary 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute
Demographics 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute
DemographicsRace/Ethnicity(mark all that apply) White/ Caucasian African American/ Black Am. Indian/ Alaska Native Asian American /Asian Native Hawaiian /Pacific Islander Mexican American /Chicano Puerto Rican Other Latino Other 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute
DemographicsSex 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 6
DemographicsAge 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute
Demographics 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 8
DemographicsAverage Grade in High School 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 9
DemographicsHow would you characterize your political views? 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 10
Academic 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute
CIRP ThemeAcademic Preparation 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 12
CIRP ThemeAcademic PreparationFrom what kind of high school did you graduate? 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 13
CIRP Theme Academic PreparationHave you had, or do you feel you will need, any special tutoring or remedial workin any of the following subjects? 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 14
CIRP Theme Academic PreparationNumber of AP Courses/AP Exams taken during high school 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 15
CIRP Theme Academic PreparationHow often in the past year did you: Take notes during class Work with other students on group projects Integrate skills and knowledge from different sources and experiences ■occasionally ■ frequently 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 16
CIRP Theme Academic PreparationHours spent during typical week studying/homework while in high school 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 17
CIRP ConstructHabits of MindHabits of Mind is a unified measure of the behaviors and traits associated with academic success.These learning behaviors are seen as the foundation for lifelong learning. “High” represents students who scored one-half standard deviation or more above the mean (i.e., higher than 55). 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 18
CIRP Construct Survey ItemsHabits of MindHow often in the past year did you: ■occasionally ■ frequently 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute
CIRP Construct Survey ItemsHabits of MindHow often in the past year did you: ■occasionally ■ frequently 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 20
CIRP ConstructAcademic Self-ConceptAcademic Self-Concept is a unified measure of students’ beliefsabout their abilities and confidence in academic environments. “High” represents students who scored one-half standard deviation or more above the mean (i.e., higher than 55). 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute
CIRP Construct Survey ItemsAcademic Self-ConceptRate yourself on each of the following traits as comparedwith the average person your age: ■above average ■ highest 10% 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 22
CIRP ThemeInteraction with TeachersFrequency of Activity During the Past Year as High School Senior Was a guest in a teacher’s home Asked a teacher for advice after class ■occasionally ■ frequently 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 23
CIRP ThemeInteraction with Teachers 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 24
CIRP ThemeActive and Collaborative LearningFrequency of Activity During the Past Year as High School Senior Performed community service as a part of a class ■occasionally ■ frequently 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 25
CIRP ThemeWritten and Oral Communication Public speaking ability Writing ability ■above average ■ highest 10% 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 26
CIRP ThemeWritten and Oral CommunicationSpecial tutoring or remedial work in writing Have had Will need 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 27
CIRP ThemeWritten and Oral CommunicationHow often in the past year did you: Revise your papers to improve your writing Take notes during class ■occasionally ■ frequently 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 28
CIRP ThemeAcademic Enhancement Experiences What is your best guess that you will: Participate in a study abroad program Work on a professor’s research project ■some chance ■ very good chance 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 29
CIRP Theme Academic DisengagementFrequency of Activity During the Past Year as High School Senior Was bored in class Came late to class Skipped school/class Fell asleep in class Failed to complete homework in time ■occasionally ■ frequently 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 30
Civic Engagement 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 31
CIRP ConstructSocial AgencySocial Agency measures the extent to which students’ valuepolitical and social involvement as a personal goal. “High” represents students who scored one-half standard deviation or more above the mean (i.e., higher than 55). 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 32
CIRP Construct Survey ItemsSocial AgencyIndicate the importance to you personally of each of the following: ■very important ■ essential 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 33
CIRP Theme Civic EngagementFrequency of Activity During the Past Year as High School Senior Demonstrated for a cause Performed volunteer work Voted in a student election Performed community service as a part of a class ■occasionally ■ frequently 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 34
CIRP Theme Civic EngagementFrequency of Activity During the Past Year as High School Senior Discussed politics Worked on a local, state, or national political campaign Publicly communicated my opinion about a cause (e.g., blog, email, petition) Helped raise money for a cause or campaign ■occasionally ■ frequently 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 35
CIRP ThemeCivic EngagementHow much time did you spend during the typical week volunteering? 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 36
CIRP ThemeCivic EngagementWhat is your best guess as to the chances that you will participate in: student government student protests or demonstrations volunteer or community service work ■some chance ■ very good chance 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 37
CIRP Theme LeadershipCompared to the average person your age, rate yourself on your: Drive to achieve Leadership ability Self-confidence (social) ■above average ■ highest 10% 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 38
CIRP ThemeLeadership Goal: Becoming an authority in my field (essential/very important) Goal: Becoming a community leader (essential/very important) Future Act: Participate in student government (very good chance/some chance) ■very important – some chance ■ essential – very good chance 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 39
Diversity 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute
CIRP ConstructPluralistic OrientationPluralistic Orientation measures skills and dispositions appropriate for living and working in a diverse society. “High” represents students who scored one-half standard deviation or more above the mean (i.e., higher than 55). 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 41
CIRP Construct Survey ItemsPluralistic OrientationRate yourself on each of the following traits as compared with the average person your age: ■above average ■ highest 10% 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 42
CIRP Theme DiversityHow would you describe the racial composition of the high school/neighborhood you last attended? 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 43
CIRP Theme DiversityIn the past year, socialized with someone of another racial/ethnic group 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 44
CIRP ThemeDiversityPersonal Views Racial discrimination is no longer a problem in America Same-sex couples should have the right to legal marital status Undocumented immigrants should be denied access to public education Students from disadvantaged backgrounds should be given preferential treatment in college admissions ■agree somewhat ■ agree strongly 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 45
CIRP Theme DiversityIndicate the importance to you personally of each of the following: Influencing social values Helping to promote racial understanding Improving my understanding of other countries and cultures ■very important ■ essential 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 46
CIRP ThemeDiversityWhat is your best guess as to the chances that you will: Socialize with someone of another racial/ethnic group Have a roommate of a different race/ethnicity ■some chance ■ very good chance 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 47
Social Life 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute
CIRP ConstructSocial Self-ConceptSocial Self-Concept is a unified measure of students’ beliefsabout their abilities and confidence in social situations. “High” represents students who scored one-half standard deviation or more above the mean (i.e., higher than 55). 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 49
CIRP Construct Survey ItemsSocial Self-ConceptRate yourself on each of the following traits as comparedwith the average person your age: ■above average ■ highest 10% 2011 CIRP Freshman Survey Higher Education Research Institute 50