Jackie Leve PERSONAL DETAILS Full name: Jackie Belinda Brooks (I've reinstated my maiden name since I enrolled. When I enrolled my last name was Leve) Age: 50 Current occupation: Disabled and unable to work. Where you live: Southern California Your program: Philosophy of Mind 'Searching for the Soul' Start date: Sometime in March of 2003 1. CHOOSING PATHWAYS How did you find out about us? was it by accident? were you searching for a philosophy course? -Not looking for anything in particular, I stumbled on the Pathways site during a surf one night. In a nutshell — I love philosophy the courses looked interesting so I signed up. What alternatives were you considering at the time? -None. Like I said before — I stumbled upon the site and it looked interesting so I signed up. What considerations were uppermost in your mind when you decided to apply to Pathways? -See answers above. How do you feel about that decision now? -I'm very glad I took the course. Although I must admit, when all was said and done, I realized that a school was not really for me. I do much better on my own. 2. STUDY MATERIALS Did you take any of the six Pathways written programs? which one(s)? -The only program I took was the one mentioned above — Philosophy of Mind 'Searching for the Soul'. How did you find the Pathways study materials? were they too easy, too difficult or just about right? -They were just right. How do the Pathways materials rate in comparison with text books that you have seen or studied? -The same or better. Do you feel that you made the right choice of program, or given the chance would you like to try a different Pathway? why? -Yes. I wouldn't change a thing. 3. PATHWAYS WEB SITE How useful have you found the information provided on the Pathways web pages? -Very useful. How might the content or layout of the Pathways pages be improved? -I can't think of anything. If I do, I will let you know. In your view, does the Pathways web site convey an accurate impression of what it is like to study with Pathways? -Yes, absolutely! 4. INTERACTION WITH YOUR MENTOR Who is/ was your Pathways mentor? -Ack! Embarrassingly, I can't remember her name. My apologies. I may not be able to remember her name but I do remember she was very, very nice and helpful. [Rachel Browne} Are you generally happy with the interaction and feedback that you have have received from your mentor? -Yes very. How well, in your view, does the current system of providing mentor interaction work? how would you like to see it improved? N/A How does the tuition you received compare with other philosophy courses you have taken, whether online or face-to-face? -I'm no expert but I would say your prices were very fair. 5. INTERACTION WITH OTHER STUDENTS Have you ever participated in the Pathways online conferences? -Nope. If you did participate, how would you rate the quality of the philosophical discussion? N/A If you did not participate, what kind of conference provision would tempt you to join the conference? -None. I'm a loner and as a result I don't participate in things like conferences. Would you like to see further opportunities provided for Pathways students to engage in dialogue? do you have any ideas? N/A 6. IMPACT OF STUDYING WITH PATHWAYS What effect, if any, has studying Philosophy with Pathways had on your life? -Other than realizing that school wasn't for me, none that I know of. Have you been motivated to continue studying Philosophy after you complete your course? -Nope. Like I said before, school is not for me. Have you taken another Philosophy course? or do you plan to? -Nope. What other benefits or consequences have you noticed from studying Philosophy with Pathways? -None. 7. FUTURE PROJECTS Do you have any thoughts about future projects which we might undertake? -Nope. Some students have expressed an interest in a conference where Pathways students could meet face-to-face. How do you feel about that idea? -See above answers. Would you be prepared to travel to Sheffield to attend a Pathways conference? -Nope. Currently, there are two free Pathways e-journals, Philosophy Pathways and Philosophy for Business. What are your thoughts about a third journal dedicated to publishing the best examples of course work by Pathways students? -Sounds like a great idea. 8. CONTRIBUTING TO PATHWAYS Do you have any thoughts about possible articles for Philosophy Pathways or Philosophy for Business? Or have you already written a piece that you could send us? Nope. Have you have successfully completed the ISFP Associate or Fellowship Awards, or the first year of the University of London Diploma or BA in Philosophy? If so, would you like to join the panel of Ask a Philosopher? N/A If you have successfully completed a BA degree in Philosophy, would you like to become a Pathways mentor? N/A 9. GENERAL ASSESSMENT In the most general terms, how would you rate your experience with Pathways: Strongly positive? More positive than negative? About equal? More negative than positive? Strongly negative? Very positive. How would you summarize the reasons for your assessment? -Not much to summarize. I had a very positive experience. If I was more interested in school I would have taken more courses. Overall, I think if a person is interested in studying philosophy they should look into Pathways courses. 10. PERMISSION TO REPRODUCE YOUR COMMENTS Are you prepared to allow us to reproduce any of your comments above, under your name, on the Pathways web site? Or, is there something in particular you would be prepared to say for publication? -Like I said before, I had a very positive experience with Pathways and would recommend it to anyone who is interested in philosophy. **END OF QUESTIONNAIRE** Email info@philosophypathways.com if you would like to comment on this page.