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DeVry University Online, Summer
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| (4=excellent, 1=poor) |
Summer A |
Summer B |
| Math 270 |
Comp 100 |
Math 032 |
Math 270 |
| 1. The instructor stated the course objectives
clearly in the syllabus or in class. |
3.07 |
3.25 |
3.23 |
3.44 |
| 2. The instructor stated the course objectives
clearly in the syllabus or in class. |
3.13 |
3 |
3.38 |
3.22 |
| 3. The instructor used course assignments which
promoted learning. |
2.53 |
3.5 |
3.38 |
3.33 |
| 4. The instructor seemed knowledgeable about the
topics covered in class. |
2.8 |
3.25 |
3.54 |
3.56 |
| 5. The instructor showed positive regard for
students. |
2.87 |
3.25 |
3.62 |
3.56 |
| 6. The instructor showed enthusiasm in teaching. |
2.47 |
3 |
3.31 |
3.33 |
| 7. The instructor was accessible and approachable
outside of class (office hours, email, phone). |
2.87 |
3.5 |
3.38 |
3.33 |
| 8. The instructor maintained a supportive and
appropriate learning atmosphere. |
2.47 |
3.25 |
3.38 |
3.44 |
| 9. The instructor made the course interesting and
challenging. |
2.53 |
3 |
3.38 |
3.33 |
| 10. The instructor employed practical and relevant
examples when appropriate. |
2.47 |
3.5 |
3.38 |
3.44 |
| 11. The instructor used textbook and or lab
materials effectively. |
2.47 |
3.25 |
3.38 |
3.33 |
| 12. The instructor delivered the course in a clear
and structured manner. |
2.53 |
3.25 |
3.38 |
3.33 |
| 13. The instructor included valuable supplemental
material such as audio-visual aids and lab activities. |
2.47 |
3.5 |
3.31 |
3.33 |
| 14. The instructor provided opportunities to develop
research skills and use the library. |
2.4 |
3.5 |
3.08 |
3.22 |
| 15. The instructor used supplemental resources as
appropriately needed, such as web-links, readings, etc. |
2.53 |
3.5 |
3.23 |
3.44 |
| 16. The instructor encouraged active
participation of students through discussions, team work, speeches,
etc. |
2.73 |
3 |
3.23 |
3.44 |
| 17. The instructor graded using clear criteria in a
consistent and fair manner. |
2.87 |
3.5 |
3.62 |
3.22 |
| 18. The instructor provided timely and specific
feedback on assignments and tests. |
2.33 |
2.75 |
3.62 |
3.44 |
| 19. The instructor regularly communicated about my
progress in the course (online gradebook, conferences, progress
reports, etc.) |
2.33 |
2.5 |
3.54 |
3.33 |
| 20. Overall rating of the instructor. |
2.4 |
3.25 |
3.54 |
3.44 |
| 21. Degree of new knowledge and skills acquired in
the course. |
2.87 |
3 |
3.38 |
3.22 |
| 22. Overall course rating. |
2.67 |
3.5 |
3.38 |
3.11 |
| 23. How many total hours did you spend outside the
threaded discussions? |
3.13 |
4.25 |
3.77 |
2.67 |
| 24. How would you grade your instructor's ability to
accomplish the Terminal Course Objectives of this course? |
2.6 |
3.5 |
3.46 |
3.44 |
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Summary and Reflections:
Summer A: DeVry Weighted Average for Comp 100: For Math 270:
Summer A was a bit crazy. I was out of town too much in the
month of July, I was constantly behind doing grading for all my classes,
and what gave for me to catch up was the time I spent in discussions in my
calculus class. I admit that, I expected my evaluations to reflect
that. However, I did my best to make sure that questions were
answered, particularly if submitted by email. A handful of students, and
one in particular, became upset and made spurious accusations, including
sending me threatening emails. Complicating matters further, the
course architect changed mid-course, and when policies changed, some
students took that to mean that I didn't know what I was doing.
While most of the students thought I did an excellent or good job, three
students consistently rating me fair or poor brought the average down
significantly in a small class. While only four students responded
to the survey for the computer class, it did go much more smoothly, and I
didn't have problems with anyone instigating trouble.
Summer B went
much more smoothly, and I was able to spend significantly more times with
my calculus students, responding to questions. There were still a
number of concerns about the length of the quizzes, which I actually have
no control over, but these were minor. The algebra class also went
smoothly. DeVry implemented a new progress report system for the
MyMathLab courses, and we'll see how well they work out.
Summer B: DeVry Weighted Average for Math 032:
For Math 270:
Student Comments:
Summer A:
"She was very good at communication, and taught it well."
"very knowledgable about the subject. Very approachable and
helpful."
"The instructor did an excellent job at teaching new material and
guiding me in my learning."
"Grades were posted quickly and the lecture notes were very
helpful."
Summer B:
"Knowledgeable, appeared to read through all threads."
"Very knowledgeable, easy to get in touch with."
"I think that she was very approachable. When I called with a
concern she was able and willing to speak to me to help resolve my
issues."
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