Adam Fuller PERSONAL DETAILS Full name: Adam Fuller Age: 39 Current occupation: IT Where you live: Manchester, UK Your program: Pathways to Philosophy — A. Introduction to Philosophy Start date: I can't remember 1. CHOOSING PATHWAYS How did you find out about us? was it by accident? were you searching for a philosophy course? By accident What alternatives were you considering at the time? None What considerations were uppermost in your mind when you decided to apply to Pathways? Slow paced study that I could dip in and out of as depending on time/inclination How do you feel about that decision now? It was a good decision 2. STUDY MATERIALS Did you take any of the six Pathways written programs? which one(s)? A. Introduction to Philosophy How did you find the Pathways study materials? were they too easy, too difficult or just about right? Just right How do the Pathways materials rate in comparison with text books that you have seen or studied? From what I have seen it is both comprehensive and comprehensible. Do you feel that you made the right choice of program, or given the chance would you like to try a different Pathway? why? I made the right choice 3. PATHWAYS WEB SITE How useful have you found the information provided on the Pathways web pages? I haven't spent enough time looking at it How might the content or layout of the Pathways pages be improved? N/A In your view, does the Pathways web site convey an accurate impression of what it is like to study with Pathways? N/A 4. INTERACTION WITH YOUR MENTOR Who is/ was your Pathways mentor? I can't remember — I have an email about this somewhere... Are you generally happy with the interaction and feedback that you have have received from your mentor? I have not had any interaction... yet. How well, in your view, does the current system of providing mentor interaction work? how would you like to see it improved? I am sure that it will be of use if I get stuck on a particular topic and need further guidance How does the tuition you received compare with other philosophy courses you have taken, whether online or face-to-face? N/A 5. INTERACTION WITH OTHER STUDENTS Have you ever participated in the Pathways online conferences? No 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? Time constraints make this unlikely Would you like to see further opportunities provided for Pathways students to engage in dialogue? do you have any ideas? No interest in this right now 6. IMPACT OF STUDYING WITH PATHWAYS What effect, if any, has studying Philosophy with Pathways had on your life? None that I know of... I have an enquiring mind and I guess this course keeps it active Have you been motivated to continue studying Philosophy after you complete your course? A possibility, but unlikely Have you taken another Philosophy course? or do you plan to? No What other benefits or consequences have you noticed from studying Philosophy with Pathways? Keeps my hand in academic study/essay writing 7. FUTURE PROJECTS Do you have any thoughts about future projects which we might undertake? No Some students have expressed an interest in a conference where Pathways students could meet face-to-face. How do you feel about that idea? I'm sure it would be useful for those that are more sociable than myself Would you be prepared to travel to Sheffield to attend a Pathways conference? Unlikely 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? That would be interesting 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? No 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? No If you have successfully completed a BA degree in Philosophy, would you like to become a Pathways mentor? I guess so, if I were to ever go down that path. 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? More positive than negative How would you summarize the reasons for your assessment? 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? No problem with that Or, is there something in particular you would be prepared to say for publication? **END OF QUESTIONNAIRE** Email info@philosophypathways.com if you would like to comment on this page.