Faculty Evaluations
Included in these categories will be Free Response Questions, Supplemental Questions for Online Courses, and the Supplemental Questions for Lab Courses.
Self-evaluations are an important part of a student's educational experience. Students are asked to reflect on their experience over the course of the semester as they answer the following questions.
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Question # |
Question Text |
Scale |
Resources for Instructors Seeking Instructional and Course Enhancement |
| 1. |
Why did you take this course? Select Yes/No for each item.
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Requirement/prerequisite, interest in topic, instructor, word of mouth, fit my schedule, other |
Hear various strategies to motivate students in the Beyond the Podium Podcast with Dr. Kim Moore Magna Campus and Faculty Focus offer great teaching face to face and teaching online quick tips and strategies The CTE Resource Library is a one stop shop for student engagement and motivation Student engagement strategies: |
| 2. |
How would you rate your own participation (completed readings, assignments, etc.) in this course? |
Very low, Low, Moderate, High, Very High |
Strategies to increase student participation and interaction with course materials can be found on the teach.ufl.edu website |
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The questions below relate to a student's experiences with the course instructor. Student's are asked to indicate their level of agreement with the statements below.
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Question # |
Question Text |
Scale |
Resources for Instructors Seeking Instructional and Course Enhancement |
| 3. |
The instructor was enthusiastic about the course. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
Share your enthusiasm early and often in you classes CTE Resource library: start of class Beyond the Podium Podcast: first day of class strategies |
| 4. |
The instructor explained material clearly and in a way that enhanced my understanding. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
Quality lectures communicate enthusiasm and content Clear communication helps all student in this Beyond the Podium Podcast with Melina Jimenez and in workshops with Susan Schuld Clear directions and expectations enhance learning |
| 5. |
The instructor maintained clear standards for response and availability (e.g. turnaround time for email, office hours, etc.) |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
Good communication and feedback are key aspect of student learning. The CTE Resource Library for information on feedback and tips for office hours The Beyond the Podium Podcast with Joslyn Ahlgren and LB Hannahs offer great tips. Manga Mentors also offers useful ideas. |
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The instructor fostered a positive learning environment that engaged students. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
The CTE resource library provides resources on fostering student success. |
| 7. |
The instructor provided prompt and meaningful feedback on my work and performance in the course. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
The CTE Resource library has an entire section dedicated to feedback and assessment. If you are looking for more on feedback visit the Magna Campus and Faculty Focus resources |
| 8. |
The instructor was instrumental to my learning in the course. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
Take a virtual tour of some excellent courses on the CTE awards page |
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This section relates to the course design, not the instructor. Student's are asked to indicate their level of agreement with the statements below.
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Question # |
Question Text |
Scale |
Resources for Instructors Seeking Instructional and Course Enhancement |
| 9. |
Course content (e.g., readings, activities, assignments) was relevant & useful. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
You can find out more about learning objectives and alignment in the CTE Resource Library and Magna Campus A course alignment map can help make sure the course content aligns with the objectives |
| 10. |
The course fostered regular interaction between student and instructor. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
Quality Interaction can take many forms the Teach.ufl.edu website can provide some fresh ideas |
| 11. |
Course activities and assignments improved my ability to analyze, solve problems, and/or think critically. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
Active Learning and Experiential Learning strategies make learning “stick”. Simple strategies and activities like collaborative learning and problem based learning can improve problem solving and critical thinking skills |
| 12. |
Overall, this course was a valuable educational experience.
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Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
Take a virtual tour of some excellent courses on the CTE awards page |
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Question # |
Question Text |
| 13. |
Please identify the instructor's strengths that contributed to your learning in the course. |
| 14. |
What additional constructive feedback can you offer the instructor that might help improve the course? |
| 15. |
What constructive suggestion(s) do you have for improving the course materials, organization, and assignments? |
| 16. |
Please identify the topics and/or skills you learned in the course that you believe will have the highest application for future courses or professional growth. |
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Question # |
Question Text |
Scale |
Resources for Instructors Seeking Instructional and Course Enhancement |
| 17. |
The online environment of this course contributed to my ability to learn the material. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
The following online workshops can provide some guidance for online design and teaching: How to Design a Great Online Course How to Build a Great Online Course How to Teach a Great Online Course |
| 18. |
Student learning objectives were connected to course activities and assignments. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
Are you writing Rockin’ Course Objectives? 7 Do’s and Don’ts |
| 19. |
Course content is presented and structured in a logical, consistent, and organized manner. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
Online or Hybrid course creation requires planning. The Resource Library can provide some ideas. For design help: COIP can help with UF online courses CITT can help with other UF courses. |
| 20. |
There were a variety of assignments appropriate for an online course. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
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| Question # | Question Text | Scale |
| 1. | Expectations about specific lab procedures are clearly stated in advance. | Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 2. | Lab content (e.g., readings, activities, assignments) was relevant & useful. | Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 3. | Lab safety procedures were adequately enforced. | Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 4. | The instructor explained material clearly and in a way that enhanced my understanding. | Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
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| Question # | Question Text | Scale |
| 1. | The instructor was enthusiastic about the course. | Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 2. | The instructor explained material clearly and in a way that enhanced my understanding. | Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 3. | The instructor fostered a positive learning environment that engaged students. | Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 4. | Activities and assignments improved my ability to analyze, solve problems, and/or think critically. | Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
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