Rural schools make up a considerable portion of Oklahoma's public education system. These schools are an integral part of community life for many rural towns. They are also a critical part of Oklahoma's economy, responsible for training the next generation of thinkers, workers, builders, and leaders. Unfortunately, data suggest that many of…

In spring 1984, a survey was conducted in the Saddleback Community College District (SCCD) to assess the surrounding community's familiarity with Saddleback College and its programs, and to establish a database to assist in educational planning. A telephone survey was used to determine the opinions of 502 adults living in central and southern…

During summer and fall, 1986, Cerritos College (CC) in California conducted a districtwide survey to assess the educational needs of the surrounding community. The survey was conducted by telephone, using trained interviewers. Randomly selected telephone numbers representing each city of the district served by CC were used to contact over 7,000…

A study was conducted to assess the educational needs of adult learners in Macomb County. The study involved telephone interviews with 500 randomly selected Macomb County residents aged 25 or older in the fall of 1984. Study findings revealed: (1) 32% of the residents had taken courses at Macomb Community College (MCC), 11% were currently taking…

In May 1985, a study was conducted by Arapahoe Community College (ACC) to determine the preferences of service area adults for educational opportunities. Questionnaires were mailed to 2,000 randomly selected households and distributed by local libraries, recreation centers, and other nonprofit organizations, soliciting information on interest in…

In 1984, the San Bernardino Communty College District (SBCCD) conducted a survey of community leaders to assess the impact the colleges in the district had on these people and to determine their opinions on college mission and performance. Prominent individuals in business, communications, government, education, and political offices were asked to…

A telephone survey of 286 Anne Arundel County residents was conducted to determine community perceptions of Anne Arundel Community College (AACC), as well as the respondents' plans for education and training in the near future. Study findings included the following: (1) the respondents rated the reputation of AACC higher than most state…

In 1987, a study was conducted by the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA) and J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (JSRCC) to identify the level and kinds of educational training wanted by residents of the Creighton and Hillside public housing developments, the support and assistance RRHA might offer residents to gain employment,…

In 1982, Brookdale Community College (BCC) conducted a community survey to determine whether there were any differences in knowledge, use, or support of BCC within Monmouth County (NJ) by residential areas, household income, or demographic indicators such as age, sex, or ethnicity; and to identify any unmet educational needs in the county. Surveys…

During January 1984, Fayetteville Technical Institute (FTI) conducted a community assessment survey throughout Cumberland County to assess the knowledge, perceptions, and opinions about FTI of community residents, businesses, and high school students. Three survey instruments were designed to answer eight research questions: (1) what are the…

In 1984, a telephone survey was conducted to determine community awareness of Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC); to compare findings with results of a similar survey conducted in 1977; and to gain ideas on what additional courses respondents would like PVCC to offer. A random sample of 873 subjects was selected, representing 6.5% of the…

To gather information for Maui Community College's (MCC's), on the Multi-Ethnic Island of Lana'i. fall 1992 of students and residents of the island of Lana'i to assess community interests and educational needs. Responses were received from 232 Lana'i residents, of whom 49% were current or former students, 31% were male, and 84% were employed.…

In Spring 1982, a districtwide survey was conducted by Cerritos College (CC) to assess the educational needs of the surrounding community. Residents were asked to provide demographic information and respond to questions about their awareness of the college, their perception and evaluation of various CC roles, and their preferences for courses and…

In October 1992, the College of Lake County (CLC), Illinois, undertook a study to assess the educational needs of new residents to the county and their awareness of the college. The telephone survey of 1,000 randomly selected new residents found that: (1) 47% held a bachelor's degree and 14% held an associate degree; (2) 81% were between 25 and 54…

In early 1982, a survey of the educational needs of adult residents of Watauga County was conducted by Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (CCC&TI). The study sought to assess respondents' needs for additional curriculum programs, non-credit programs, educational services, general interest courses, and home courses by cablevision.…