Question Set
The GatorEvals question set has three main categories
Student self-evaluation
Instructor evaluation
Course evaluation
Included in these categories will be Free Response Questions, Supplemental Questions for Online Courses, and the Supplemental Questions for Lab Courses.
Student Self-evaluation Questions
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 |
| 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 |
| 2. |
How would you rate your own participation (completed readings, assignments, etc.) in this course? |
Very low, Low, Moderate, High, Very High |
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Instructor Evaluation Questions
The questions below relate to a student's experiences with the course instructor. Students are asked to indicate their level of agreement with the statements below.
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Question # |
Question Text |
Scale |
| 3. |
The instructor was enthusiastic about the course. |
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 |
| 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 |
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6.
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The instructor fostered a positive learning environment that engaged students. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 7. |
The instructor provided prompt and meaningful feedback on my work and performance in the course. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 8. |
The instructor was instrumental to my learning in the course. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
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Course Evaluation Questions
This section relates to the course design, not the instructor. Students are asked to indicate their level of agreement with the statements below.
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Question # |
Question Text |
Scale |
| 9. |
Course content (e.g., readings, activities, assignments) was relevant and useful. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 10. |
The course fostered regular interaction between student and instructor. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 11. |
Course activities and assignments improved my ability to analyze, solve problems, and/or think critically. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 12. |
Overall, this course was a valuable educational experience.
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Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
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Free Response Questions
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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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Supplemental Questions for Online Courses
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Question # |
Question Text |
Scale |
| 17. |
The online environment of this course contributed to my ability to learn the material. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 18. |
Student learning objectives were connected to course activities and assignments. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 19. |
Course content is presented and structured in a logical, consistent, and organized manner. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
| 20. |
There were a variety of assignments appropriate for an online course. |
Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree |
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Supplemental Questions for Lab Courses
| 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 and 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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University Lecture Form
| 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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