Devry University
University Survey - SIFF - SPRB09_MAY09: Survey Summary Detailed Report with Write-In Responses SOCS335ON_B Bolender Workplace Culture and Communication SPRB09 - Sec B Ronald Bolender 
 

25. What were the instructor's major strengths?

 

* Very approachable and always willing to provide constructive criticisms.
* Very knowledgeable about the topic and provided great tools to use to learn the material.
* great instructor overall
* all
* Great a communication
* He was available when needed 
* Knowledge of the material to be learned and the ability to get people involved in discussions.
* Very active in threads. Good at responded to individual threads and asking us questions for further response. Also, combining text materials to everyday situations.
* teaching
* ability to get the student to think...
* Enthusiasm for the material, high regard and encouragement for students and gave a lot of examples to make the material more understandable.
* Professor Bolender was able to follow the TCOs while making them and the discussions relevant and easy to follow.
 

26. What aspects of instruction require improvement?

 

* Absolutely none!
* none
* n/a
* all
* none come to mind
* none
* I can't think of any improvements.
* n/a
* none
* n/a
* N/A
* None
 

 

 

 

 

 
1. Stated course objectives clearly in the syllabus or in class.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
9 (75%) 3 (25%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.75 0.45
2. Made the syllabus, instruction, homework, and exams consistent with the course objectives.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
10 (83%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.83 0.39
3. Used course assignments which promoted learning.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
8 (67%) 4 (33%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.67 0.49
4. Seemed knowledgeable about the topics covered in class.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
10 (83%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.83 0.39
5. Showed positive regard for students.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
10 (83%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.83 0.39
6. Showed enthusiasm in teaching.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
10 (83%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.83 0.39
7. Was accessible and approachable outside of class (office hours, email, phone).
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
10 (83%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.83 0.39
8. Maintained a supportive and appropriate learning atmosphere.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
10 (83%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.83 0.39
9. Made the course interesting and challenging.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
10 (83%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.83 0.39
10. Used practical and relevant examples when appropriate.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
10 (83%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.83 0.39
11. Used textbook and/or lab materials effectively.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
10 (83%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.83 0.39
12. Delivered the course in a clear and structured manner.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
10 (83%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.83 0.39
13. Included valuable supplemental material such as audio-visual aids and lab activities.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
10 (83%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.83 0.39
14. Provided opportunities to develop research skills and use the library.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
10 (83%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.83 0.39
15. Used supplemental resources as appropriately needed, such as web-links, readings etc.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
9 (75%) 3 (25%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.75 0.45
16. Encouraged active participation of students through discussions, team work, speeches, etc.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
9 (75%) 3 (25%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.75 0.45
17. Graded in a consistent and fair manner using clear criteria.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
9 (75%) 3 (25%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.75 0.45
18. Provided timely and specific feedback on assignments and tests.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
9 (75%) 3 (25%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.75 0.45
19. Regularly communicated about my progress in the course. (online gradebook, conferences, progress reports, etc.)
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
9 (75%) 3 (25%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.75 0.45
20. Overall instructor rating.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
9 (75%) 3 (25%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.75 0.45
21. Degree of new knowledge and skills acquired in the course.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
7 (58%) 5 (42%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.58 0.51
22. Overall course rating.
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
8 (67%) 4 (33%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.67 0.49
23. How many total hours each week did you spend outside of the Threaded Discussion Area?
Less than 1 hour 1 to 4 hours 4 to 8 hours 8 to 12 hours 12 to 15 hours More than 15 hours        
6 5 4 3 2 1   n Mean STD
0 (0%) 2 (17%) 7 (58%) 1 (8%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%)   12 3.75 0.97
24. How would you grade your instructor's ability to accomplish the Terminal Course Objectives of this course?
Excellent Good Fair Poor            
4 3 2 1       n Mean STD
10 (83%) 2 (17%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)       12 3.83 0.39