Summer 2014 Glenville State College Forensics Science Student and Teacher Post Evaluation Results

Program Highlights Significant differences found between this year and last year’s camp in following areas: – DECISION TO ATTEND COLLEGE – INCREASED INTEREST IN SCIENCE – INTERACTION WITH RESIDENCE COUNSELORS, TEACHERS, UNIVERSITY FACULTY, AND FSCs – LEARNING EXPERIENCES – ATTEND SI NEXT YEAR

Has your week long stay at a university campus influenced your decision to attend college? In 2013, 71.08% (N=83) indicated Yes. A two-tailed probability between %’s yielded a t-statistic of 2.107; df =154; two-tailed probability = 037. In 2013, 71.08% (N=83) indicated Yes. A two-tailed probability between %’s yielded a t-statistic of 2.107; df =154; two-tailed probability = 037.

Has participating in the Glenville College Forensics Science HSTA Summer Institute increased your interest in science? In 2013, 74.07% (N=81) indicated Yes. A two-tailed probability between %’s yielded a t-statistic of 2.160; df =153; two-tailed probability =.032. In 2013, 74.07% (N=81) indicated Yes. A two-tailed probability between %’s yielded a t-statistic of 2.160; df =153; two-tailed probability =.032.

The Mentors interacted with me one on one  Mean: 4.42, SD: 0.79, N=  Mean: 4.13, SD: 1.03, N=  Mean: 4.42, SD: 0.79, N=  Mean: 4.13, SD: 1.03, N=83 Independent T-Test Between Means t-statistic=1.96; df=155 two-tailed prob. =.052 Independent T-Test Between Means t-statistic=1.96; df=155 two-tailed prob. =.052

The teachers were responsive to my individual needs when I asked questions or requested additional information and clarification  Mean: 4.31, SD: 0.70, N=  Mean: 3.35, SD: 0.65, N=  Mean: 4.31, SD: 0.70, N=  Mean: 3.35, SD: 0.65, N=83 Independent T-Test Between Means t-statistic=8.909; df=155 two-tailed prob. =.000 Independent T-Test Between Means t-statistic=8.909; df=155 two-tailed prob. =.000

The university faculty were responsive to my individual needs when I asked questions or requested additional information and clarification  Mean: 4.12, SD: 0.81, N=  Mean: 3.18, SD: 0.74, N=  Mean: 4.12, SD: 0.81, N=  Mean: 3.18, SD: 0.74, N=82 Independent T-Test Between Means t-statistic=7.575; df=154 two-tailed prob. =.000 Independent T-Test Between Means t-statistic=7.575; df=154 two-tailed prob. =.000

The Field Site Coordinators were available when I needed special attention  Mean: 3.97, SD: 0.86, N=  Mean: 3.03, SD: 0.75, N=  Mean: 3.97, SD: 0.86, N=  Mean: 3.03, SD: 0.75, N=82 Independent T-Test Between Means t-statistic=7.246; df=152 two-tailed prob. =.000 Independent T-Test Between Means t-statistic=7.246; df=152 two-tailed prob. =.000

Do you plan to attend the HSTA Summer Institute next year? In 2013, 85.54% indicated Yes. T-test between %s showed statistically significant difference: t-statistic=2.140; df=155; two-tailed prob.=.034 In 2013, 85.54% indicated Yes. T-test between %s showed statistically significant difference: t-statistic=2.140; df=155; two-tailed prob.=.034

How much do you feel you have learned from the following learning/technology tools? Independent T- Test N= N=83 t-statistic = df = 155 two-tailed prob. =.0057 Forensics Science N= N=83 t-statistic = df = 155 two-tailed prob. =.0000 Prezi

How much do you know about the following concepts? Independent T- Test N= N=83 t-statistic = df = 154 two-tailed prob. =.0096 Blood Typing N= N=83 t-statistic = df = 153 two-tailed prob. =.0215 DNA Analysis

Most and Least Liked Workshops MOST LIKED – Fingerprinting** (37.80%/2014) vs. (51.58%/2013) – Blood Typing (20.30%/2014) vs. (10.84%/2013) – DNA Analysis (16.20%/2014) vs. (8.43%/2013) LEAST LIKED – Handling Evidence (28.40%/2014) vs. (23.75%/2013) – Blood Typing (18.90%/2014) vs. (18.75%/2013) – DNA analysis (17.60%/2014) vs. (26.25%/2013) – Trace Evidence Collection (17.60%/2014) vs. (16.25%/2013)

Key Comments I loved how we were able to do things that the professionals were able to do. I also appreciated how we were able to have help whenever it was needed and the teachers and mentors found easy, simple ways to explain how to complete given tasks.... Also some mentors were mean (NOT MINE) and a lot of aother HSTA students were hard to get along with. But overall, I had a great time. My mentor was very helpful whenever we had questions about anything. She tried her best to answer them to the best of her ability and she even shared a bit about her work and what she does in class. I found this an inspiration for my future

Key Comments BETTER EVENING ACTIVITES AT THE GSC FORENSIC SCIENCE INSTITUTE More strict about the rude behaviors from certain students If we worked with actual college porfessors, it would be more fun and serious.

Final Comments Overall this year’s institute was more favorably rated than last year. Mentors, Faculty, Teachers and FSCs, for the most part, received higher ratings. Participants also perceived they learned more from the activities/workshops. Over 80% plan to use the Leadership Skills concept in the upcoming year.

Teachers Post Summer Institute Results

Significant Differences found with the following: Comfort with using Fingerprinting? 2014  Mean: 4.18, SD: 0.60, N=  Mean: 3.29, SD: 0.95, N=7 Independent T-test t-stat. = df = 16 two-tailed prob. =.026

To what extent do you agree or disagree that the HSTA Summer Institute contributed to your N= N=7 Science Content Knowledge N= N=7 Math Content Knowledge N= N=7 Forensics Content Knowledge

Program Highlights The majority of teachers were “Extremely Satisfied” with the SI (  =4.75/2014) vs. (  4.86/2013) Majority were either “Extremely Comfortable” or “Comfortable” with using acquired teaching skills, with the exception of PREZI (  =3.91/2014)

Program Highlights continued When asked about their intent to use techniques, resources and/or content at school or in community, the responses ranged from “Very Little” to “Quite A Bit” – Lowest Rating was for Casting (  =2.75/0.97) – Highest Rating was for Leadership Skills (  =4.33/0.65) 54.50% reported that Prezi would be the most useful resource for their HSTA Club and 90.00% stated that it would be most useful in their Classroom because it is “An excellent tool of presentation” and “We can use this resource for years to come.” (Teacher comments)

Program Highlights continued The teachers also reported that they were either “Somewhat Prepared” to “Extremely Prepared” to help students conceive and carry out projects. (  =3.92/0.90 vs.  =4.00/0.82 (2013)) 83.30% vs % (2013) reported a gain of ideas for club projects. The majority also reported that the faculty were competent in leading the instructional sessions. (  =4.33/1.23 vs.  =4.57/0.53 (2013))

Key Comments This HSTA institute was great. The students were engaged, learning, and having fun together from the very first day through to the very last day. The students were able to participate in hands on learning for the evidence they collected. This camp was excellent. This was the best summer institute I have been involved with in the 7 years I have participated in HSTA. The HSTA program provides me with the oppurtunity to participate in the students educational process. Work shops like these provide the students with a unique opportunity in which they can use the skills they are taught rather than rote memorization of the material. Hands on learning is by far the most effective teaching technique in my experience.

Final Comments Overall, teachers perceived/reported that – this year’s SI greatly contributed to their knowledge base. – it enhanced their professional development. – it improved their teaching practices. – they were extremely satisfied with the SI.