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DeVry University Online, Fall 2007

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(4=excellent, 1=poor) Fall A Fall B
Math 032 Math 114 Math 114 Comp 100
1. The instructor stated the course objectives clearly in the syllabus or in class. 3.65 3.68 3.39 3.47
2. The instructor stated the course objectives clearly in the syllabus or in class. 3.47 3.74 3.44 3.16
3. The instructor used course assignments which promoted learning. 3.53 3.58 3.44 3.05
4. The instructor seemed knowledgeable about the topics covered in class. 3.47 3.58 3.33 3.32
5. The instructor showed positive regard for students. 3.47 3.74 3.5 3.32
6. The instructor showed enthusiasm in teaching. 3.47 3.79 3.5 3.21
7. The instructor was accessible and approachable outside of class (office hours, email, phone). 3.53 3.79 3.39 3.16
8. The instructor maintained a supportive and appropriate learning atmosphere. 3.47 3.68 3.33 3.21
9. The instructor made the course interesting and challenging. 3.47 3.63 3.39 3.11
10. The instructor employed practical and relevant examples when appropriate. 3.41 3.58 3.39 3.16
11. The instructor used textbook and or lab materials effectively. 3.53 3.63 3.5 3.26
12. The instructor delivered the course in a clear and structured manner. 3.53 3.58 3.39 3.16
13. The instructor included valuable supplemental material such as audio-visual aids and lab activities. 3.41 3.58 3.5 3
14. The instructor provided opportunities to develop research skills and use the library. 3.29 3.58 3.28 3
15. The instructor used supplemental resources as appropriately needed, such as web-links, readings, etc. 3.47 3.63 3.39 3
16.  The instructor encouraged active participation of students through discussions, team work, speeches, etc. 3.41 3.63 3.39 3.32
17. The instructor graded using clear criteria in a consistent and fair manner. 3.47 3.63 3.44 3.16
18. The instructor provided timely and specific feedback on assignments and tests. 3.41 3.74 3.44 3.26
19. The instructor regularly communicated about my progress in the course (online gradebook, conferences, progress reports, etc.) 3.35 3.79 3.5 3.16
20. Overall rating of the instructor. 3.47 3.68 3.5 3.26
21. Degree of new knowledge and skills acquired in the course. 3.47 3.58 3.5 3.16
22. Overall course rating. 3.47 3.58 3.33 3.05
23. How many total hours did you spend outside the threaded discussions? 3.65 3.26 3.17 4.21
24. How would you grade your instructor's ability to accomplish the Terminal Course Objectives of this course? 3.47 3.74 3.44 3.21
 
Summary and Reflections: 
Spring A:  DeVry Weighted Average for Math 032: 3.46, Math 114: 3.71
The term went pretty smoothly.  I still miss the threaded discussions for the math to have more interaction with my students, but I enjoy the online tutoring.  It's also really interesting how I can teach two classes at the same time on basically the same subject and treat them both identically, and yet get such distinctly different results.

Spring B:  DeVry Weighted Average for Math 114: 3.45, Comp 100: 3.22
I'm teaching the Comp 100 course again.  I have a little experience and a little more time, I am hoping to improve upon my performance from last time.  The math courses continue to morph, with no more online tutoring for us to do, and a new 24/7 tutoring service being added.  Hopefully that will roll out well.

Student Comments:
Summer A:

The instructor made herself available at all times.

Instructor was very supportive and easy to get in touch with for feedback and questions.

She is very concerned about how we are advancing within the course. She makes it a point to send us progress reports if we are behind or looks like we could fall behind. She is very knowledgable [sic] about math.

McCall was quick to respond to any questions that I had. I never once waited longer than a couple of hours to receive a response to my questions.

Professor McCall always made reference that she was open and willing to assist students if they needed the help. She is very kind.

The instructor has a gift from above when it comes to Math. She understand the problems and helps you work them out whenever you have an issue.

Explaining [sic] how to solve mathmatical [sic] problems using multiple equations of choice.
 

Summer B:
She is very helpful!! Loved her!!

She was very fast and reliable. If I had a question she would have the answer instantanously.[sic]

Instructors work experience was a good source of commentary and application in the "real world".

Great feedback in regards to submitted assignments on how to improve or if your were good at the assignments.

 
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