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Robert Morris University, Summer 2005

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*indicates that the score is reported to be above the mean for 4-year institutions.

(5=very effective, 1=ineffective) Math 1010 Math 2040
1. The instructor's explanation of course requirements. 3.67 3.81
2. The instructor's preparation for each class period. 4.00 4.00
3. The instructor's command of the subject matter. 3.83 4.00
4. The instructor's use of class time. 3.83 3.89
5. The instructor's way of summarizing or emphasizing important points in class. 3.50 3.71
Summary 1-5 3.77 3.88
6. The instructor's ability to make clear and understandable presentations. 3.33 3.29
7. The instructor's command of spoken English. 4.50 4.48
8. The instructor's use of examples or illustrations to clarify course material. 3.33 3.86
9. The instructor's use of challenging questions or problems. 3.83 3.90
10. The instructor's enthusiasm for the course material. 3.83 4.20
Summary 6-10 3.77 3.94
11. The instructor's helpfulness and responsiveness to students. 4.00 4.15
12. The instructor's respect for students. 4.00 4.15
13. The instructor's concern for student progress. 3.33 3.78
14. The availability of extra help for this class (taking into account the size of the class). 4.00 3.70
15. The instructor's willingness to listen to student questions and opinions. 3.83 4.29
Summary 11-15 3.83 4.01
16.  The information given to students about how they would be graded. 4.00 4.30
17. The clarity of exam questions. 4.17 3.67
18. The exams' coverage of important aspects of the course. 4.00 4.05
19. The instructor's comments on assignments and exams. 3.83 3.67
20. The over quality of the textbooks(s). 3.33 3.10
21. The helpfulness of assignments in understanding course material. 3.67 3.75
Summary 16-21 3.83 3.76
29. My learning increased in this course. 3.17 3.10
30. I made progress toward achieving course objectives. 3.17 3.10
31. My interest in the subject area has increased. 2.33 2.45
32. This course helped me to think independently about the subject matter. 3.00 3.00
33. This course actively involved me in what I was learning. 3.17 3.00
Summary 29-33 2.97 2.93
34. I studied and put effort into this course. 3.67 3.75
35. I was prepared for each class. 3.17 3.62
36. I was challenged by this course. 4.33 4.29
Summary 34-36 3.72* 3.88*
37. For my preparation and ability, the level of difficulty of this course was (5=very difficult, 1=very elementary) 4.00 3.85
38. The work load for this course in relation to other courses of equal credit was (5=much heavier, 1=much lighter) 3.84 4.37
39. For me, the pace at which the instructor covered the material during the term was (5=very fast, 1=very slow) 4.17 3.75
40. Rate the quality of the instruction in this course as it contributed to your learning (try to set aside your feelings about the course content). (5=very effective, 1=ineffective) 3.67 3.45
Summary and Reflections: The summer classes went pretty smoothly, considering the condensed timeframe.  Since the RMU official evaluation forms do not allow the students to comment, I provided the students with additional questions to answer, that they could make specific comments on.  With respect to the Finite/Calculus (2040) class, the most common complaint was in the amount of homework they had, and that everything on the homework was not on the exams.  They had the following additional comments:

You are helpful with questions and dedicate time for questions, that should continue.

She is always accessible and will explain anything.

Very responsive to students, cares about student progress.

Great email communication and willingness to answer questions.

Overall it was a very enjoyable class.  The instructor is very knowledgeable and excited about the material.  I would take a class that she taught again.  Thanks! :)

The algebra class was considerably smaller.  I enjoyed the class... they even laughed at my jokes!  Some comments from them:

Very easy going and good attitude! I'm very comfortable asking questions I don't get.  Thanks!

Very pleasant professor to have. She really enjoy when teaching [sic].

Good explanation of problems and goes over them slowly.
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