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DeVry University Online, Spring 2008

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(4=excellent, 1=poor) Spring A Spring B
Comp 100 Math 114 Math 270 Comp 100
1. The instructor stated the course objectives clearly in the syllabus or in class. 3.83 3.87 3.5 3.53
2. The instructor stated the course objectives clearly in the syllabus or in class. 3.74 3.87 3.67 3.47
3. The instructor used course assignments which promoted learning. 3.7 3.87 3.33 3.53
4. The instructor seemed knowledgeable about the topics covered in class. 3.74 3.87 3.33 3.53
5. The instructor showed positive regard for students. 3.43 3.87 3.5 3.67
6. The instructor showed enthusiasm in teaching. 3.48 3.87 3.67 3.4
7. The instructor was accessible and approachable outside of class (office hours, email, phone). 3.48 3.87 3.67 3.6
8. The instructor maintained a supportive and appropriate learning atmosphere. 3.39 3.87 3.67 3.53
9. The instructor made the course interesting and challenging. 3.65 3.8 3.5 3.53
10. The instructor employed practical and relevant examples when appropriate. 3.61 3.73 3.17 3.53
11. The instructor used textbook and or lab materials effectively. 3.78 3.8 3.17 3.6
12. The instructor delivered the course in a clear and structured manner. 3.48 3.8 3.33 3.4
13. The instructor included valuable supplemental material such as audio-visual aids and lab activities. 3.57 3.8 3.17 3.6
14. The instructor provided opportunities to develop research skills and use the library. 3.52 3.8 3.17 3.4
15. The instructor used supplemental resources as appropriately needed, such as web-links, readings, etc. 3.65 3.73 3.33 3.47
16.  The instructor encouraged active participation of students through discussions, team work, speeches, etc. 3.83 3.8 3.5 3.47
17. The instructor graded using clear criteria in a consistent and fair manner. 3.48 3.8 3.5 3.6
18. The instructor provided timely and specific feedback on assignments and tests. 3.61 3.87 3.17 3.33
19. The instructor regularly communicated about my progress in the course (online gradebook, conferences, progress reports, etc.) 3.52 3.87 3.33 3.2
20. Overall rating of the instructor. 3.52 3.87 3.5 3.6
21. Degree of new knowledge and skills acquired in the course. 3.7 3.87 3.33 3.47
22. Overall course rating. 3.61 3.73 3.17 3.53
23. How many total hours did you spend outside the threaded discussions? 3.3 3.87 4 3.4
24. How would you grade your instructor's ability to accomplish the Terminal Course Objectives of this course? 3.52 3.67 3.5 3.53
 
Summary and Reflections: 
Spring A:  DeVry Weighted Average for Comp 100: 3.52, Math 114: 3.77
The online tutoring ended and was replaced with a tutoring service.  There were still a lot of questions about it this term.  The Computer class was a bit frustrating as students seemed particularly unwilling to even to run Spell Check, but eventually, by about the halfway point, things ran more smoothly.

Spring B:  DeVry Weighted Average for Math 270:  3.43  For Comp 100: 3.51
I taught Math 270 for the first time this term.  It was a great experience, and I hope to get to do it again.  The computer course also ran more smoothly this term and I think I'm settling in finally to the course.

Student Comments:
Spring A:
She always responded to post with new learning experiences. She made you look for the answers, she never just gave you the answers. She showed respect to all students and treated all as equals.

Keeping the posts active with constant queries and comments. gave kudos when necessary and added opinions as needed.

She kept us up to date on where we were. She was constantly in touch letting us know if we needed help different ways to get it, as well as how to get in touch with her.

Betsy McCall's strength is her ability to speak in a way that is easily understood. She can explain topics clearly and make them applicaple to normal life.

Accessibility. Writing me every week to keep me on track with the coarse.

Spring B:
 She gave really positive comments to people and explained the criteria really good. Overall a very good professor.

She was quick to give feedback, and was very knowledgable about the course material.

Very knowledgeable in the topics. Very helpful in Q&A.

 

 
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