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level/nationality of the respondents is also not known. Though the data set was small and procedures were not rigorously controlled, the trends seen in the data are similar to trends that were reported at BYU. Our data also suggest that further research may find links between the use of IEPs or a course database system and increased autonomy, the goal of SACs. Table 4. Frequency of SALC Use Beginning of trial

End of trial

1 x per month

5 (14%)

1 (4%)

2-3 x per month

0 (0%)

5 (21%)

4 (11%)

0 (0%)

2-3 x per week

15 (42%)

13 (54%)

Daily

12 (33%)

5 (21%)

1 x per week

Students were asked about the frequency of their visits to the SALC. No significant change in frequency of use was noted after the introduction of the IEP. This may be because student schedules and overall amount of available time did not change.

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