While these surveys are certainly not comprehensive, they can be useful snapshot indicators of climate, especially when used in conjunction with other tools such as interviews, focus groups, case descriptions, or additional surveys. For example, if results seem to fall in a more negative direction, then persons on campus could examine how individuals with disabilities might be more effectively integrated into campus life. Key stakeholders and Advisory Committee members would collaborate to develop an action plan addressing policy, practice, or systemic changes in a unit, division, or across campus, identifying the next steps and resources needed for change as well as other individuals to involve. The subject of using the data in practical ways is explored in more depth in Unit 4 and Unit 5. These units examine the postassessment process, what to do with the data once it has been collected.
