Again, many respondents simply did not know. Tracking outcomes continues to be problemmatic. Few institutions have systematic mechanisms in place to track their DSS students after they leave the college. Some tie into statewide information systems. Most community colleges, however, keep track of their DSS students primarily through student records while they are enrolled, and not when they leave the institution.
Some institutions use a variety of follow-up surveys, some through alumni or job placement offices.
Less frequent approaches include university contacts, transfer records, or employer surveys. Many approaches are becoming institutionalized. Adaptive technology and related computer or learning labs are now the norm. Cooperative arrangements are increasing between community colleges and their local schools, community groups, rehabilitation agencies, and employers. As community colleges continue their mission of open access to all community members, and with the aging of the population as a whole, it is possible that these institutions will service increasing numbers of students with disabilities.