The Department of Sociology uses the following questions to assess student evaluations of teaching:
- Course goals and objectives were clearly outlined at the beginning of the semester.*
- The instructor was organized and prepared for classes.*
- The instructor encouraged students' questions, ideas and comments.*
- The instructor explained the material clearly and effectively.*
- Students were treated with consideration and respect.*
- The instructor was helpful when students had difficulty.*
- Readings and assignments complemented and enhanced the class.*
- The amount of work required for this course was appropriate.*
- Exams and assignments were challenging but fair.*
- The instructor generated interest in the material and stimulated thinking.*
- The instructor encouraged a willingness to listen to a diversity of views.*
- If I had the chance, I would take this instructor again for another course.*
My overall rating of this instructor is: Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor
My overall rating of this course is: Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor
*Response Set: Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Undecided, Agree, Strongly Agree