Questionnaire

Outstanding

Highly Successful

Satisfactory

Needs Improvement

Unsatisfactory

The textbook makes a valuable contribution to the course.

The textbook is easy to read and understand.

The textbook is accurate.

The text(s) and/or other printed material applied well to the course.

HCC COURSE EVALUATION ITEM INVENTORY

Please take a few moments to complete this evaluation form so that the instructor of this course receives your input for the ongoing development of the class. A report will be delivered to the faculty member AFTER semester grades have been submitted.
You are guaranteed strict confidentiality!
The faculty member will receive a summary statistical report of class responses and a printout of student comments.
Please take extra time to complete the open ended (written) section of the evaluation form - student comments are often the most important component of a class/course evaluation!

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Please evaluate your experiences in this class and rate the course/instructor by selecting one of the following choices: Outstanding, Highly Successful, Satisfactory, Needs Improvement, or Unsatisfactory

TRADITIONAL CORE HCC ITEMS

	Outstanding	Highly Successful	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory	NA
The instructor clearly explains course procedures.
The instructor uses class time well.
The instructor is well-prepared and organized for class.
The instructor is available for help outside of class.
The instructor clearly explains course goals/objectives.
The instructor speaks clearly and is easy to understand.
The instructor answers questions clearly.
The instructor makes good use of examples in class.
The instructor appears to know his or her subject.
The instructor clearly explains complex ideas.
The instructor allows time for and encourages questions.
The instructor makes the material interesting.
The instructor asks questions to see if students understand.
The instructor treats all students fairly.
The instructor is interested in the subject matter.
The instructor is genuinely interested in students.
The instructor treats students with respect.
The instructor is open to an exchange of ideas with students.
The instructor grades tests fairly.
The instructor motivates students to do their best.
Overall, the instructor is a very good teacher.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT/PERSPECTIVE

	Outstanding	Highly Successful	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory	NA
I learned a good deal of factual material in this course.
I expanded my critical thinking ability by taking this course.
I gained a good understanding of concepts and principles in this field.
I learned to apply principles from this course to new situations.
I learned to identify main points and cental issues in this field.
I learned to identify formal characterisitics of works of art.
I developed the ability to solve real problems in this field.
I developed creative ability in this field.
I developed the ability to communicate clearly about this subject.
I developed the ability to carry out original research in this area.
I developed an ability to evaluate new work in this field.
I learned to recognize the quality of works of art in this field.
I deepened my interest in the subject matter of this course.
I developed enthusiasm about the course material.
I was stimulated to do outside reading about the course material.
I was stimulated to discuss related topics outside of class.
I developed plans to take additional related courses.
I developed a set of overall values in this field.
I participated actively in class discussion.
I developed leadership skills in this class.
I developed new friendships in this class.
I developed greater awareness of societal problems.
I became interested in community projects related to the course.
I learned to value new viewpoints.
I reconsidered many of my former attitudes.
I gained a better understanding of myself through this course.
I gained an understanding of some of my personal problems.
I developed a greater sense of personal responsibility.
I increased my awareness of my own interests and talents.
I developed more confidence in myself.
I developed skills needed by professionals in this field.
I learned about career opportunities.
I developed a clearer sense of professional identity.
I gained a better understanding of the natural environment.
I feel that I am performing up to my potential in this course.
I had a strong desire to take this course.
I would recommend this course to others.
I would recommend the instructor for this course to a fellow student.

THE INSTRUCTOR

	Outstanding	Highly Successful	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory	NA
The instructor gives clear explanations.
The instructor makes good use of examples and illustrations.
The instructor stresses important points in lectures and presentations.
The instructor is enthusiastic.
The instructor puts material across in an interesting way.
The instructor seems to enjoy teaching.
The instructor appears to thoroughly know the subject of the course.
The instructor seems knowledgable in many areas.
The instructor is able to handle unexpected questions.
The instructor is skillful in observing student reactions.
The instructor teaches near the class level.
The instructor is friendly.
The instructor is flexible.
The instructor maintains an atmosphere of good feeling in the class.
The instructor ackknowledges all questions to the best of his/her ability.
The instructor encourages constructive criticism.
The instructor is willing to meet with and help students outside of class.
The instructor gives individual attention to students in this course.
The instructor suggests specific ways that students can improve.
The instructor tells students when they have done particularly well.
The instructor keeps students informed of their progress.
The instructor has everything going according to schedule.
The instructor follows the course outline closely.
The instructor seems well prepared for each class.
The instructor sets high standards for students.
The instructor has made the course sufficiently difficult to be stimulating.
The instructor has a realistic definition of good performance.
The instructor motivates me to do my best work.

THE COURSE

	Outstanding	Highly Successful	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory	NA
Students frequently volunteer their own opinions.
One real strength of this course is the classroom discussion.
Students in the classroom are free to disagree and ask questions.
Work requirements and grading system were clear from the beginning.
The amount of work required is appropriate for the credit received.
The amount of material covered in the class is reasonable.
Regular attendance contributed to my success in this course.
Grades are assigned fairly and impartially.

EXAMS

	Outstanding	Highly Successful	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory	NA
Examinations cover the important aspects of the course.
The exams cover the reading assignments well.
The exams cover the lecture material well.
Exams are creative and require original thought.
Exams are reasonable in length and difficulty.
Examination items are clearly worded.
Exams are returned in a reasonable amount of time.
Exams are graded carefully and fairly.
The test items are adequately explained after a test is given.

TEXTBOOK

LABORATORY ASSIGNMENTS

	Outstanding	Highly Successful	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory	NA
The laboratory was a valuable part of this course.
Laboratory assignments seem carefully chosen.
Laboratory assignments are interesting and stimulating.
Laboratory assignments make students think.
Directions for lab assignments are clear and specific.
Laboratory assignments require a reasonable amount of time and effort.
Laboratory assignments are relevant to what is presented in class.
Laboratory reports are graded fairly.
Laboratory reports are returned promptly.

WRITING/READING/ART/AUDIO-VISUAL/COMPUTER COMPONENTS

	Outstanding	Highly Successful	Satisfactory	Needs Improvement	Unsatisfactory	NA
Writing assignments (papers, problem sets) seem carefully chosen.
Writing assignments are interesting and stimulating.
Writing assignments make students think.
Directions for writing assignments are clear and specific.
Writing assignments require a reasonable amount of time and effort.
Writing assignments are relevant to what is presented in class.
Writing assignments are graded fairly.
Writing assignments are returned promptly.
Reading assignments seem carefully chosen.
Reading assignments are interesting and stimulating.
Reading assignments make students think.
Reading assignments require a reasonable amount of time and effort.
Reading assignments are relevant to what is presented in class.
The art assignments are a valuable part of this course.
Art assignments seem carefully chosen.
Art assignments are interesting and stimulating.
Art assignments make students think.
Directions for arts assignments are clear and specific.
Art assignments require a reasonable amount of time and effort.
Arts assignments are relevant to what is presented in class.
Art assignments are graded fairly.
Arts assignments are returned promptly.
The variety of audio-visual materials enhanced the course.
Audio/visual materials are a valuable part of this course.
Audio/visual materials used in this course are interesting and stimulating.
Audio/visual materials used in this course are a great help to learning.
Computer assignments are a valuable part of this course.
Computer assignments in this course are a great help to learning.
Taking this course dramatically enhanced my computer skills/confidence.

GENERAL OPEN ENDED QUESTIONS

What did you like BEST about this course/instructor?

What did you like LEAST about this course/instructor?

What recommendations do you have to improve this course/instructor?

Any other comments/suggestions, criticisms?

DISTANCE EDUCATION

Taking this distance education course required you to use (develop) a variety of computer/multi-media skills. Compared to a traditional (classroom-based) class, how FRUSTRATING, STRESSFUL, DIFFICULT did you find using this mode of delivery.
Far less Stressful	About the same level of Stress	Far more Stressful
Less Stressful	More Stressful	NA

I would recommend or consider taking another course using the same delivery vehicle.
Definitely	With Reservations	Definitely Not	NA

What, specifically, caused you to take this class IN A DISTANCE EDUCATION FORMAT?

How useful did you find the information provided about the course online?

What suggestions would you make to improve the usefulness of the web page?

How effective were visuals, presentations, videos and other media in helping you understand the material presented in class?

How well did the textbook and lectures complement each other?

Concerning the LEVEL OF WORK assigned each week, did you feel there was: too little, about the right amount, too much? Please comment on the level of work/assignments per week:

In the space below, please discuss your perspective of the advantages/disadvantages of this distance-education format course compared to a traditional classroom-based course. (Do you feel you learned the material as thoroughly, less thoroughly, about the same; missed or didn't miss the face-to-face interaction; etc.)

What did you like MOST about this DISTANCE EDUCATION course?

What did you LIKE LEAST about this distance education course?

In the space below, please write any additional comments that will help improve the delivery or instruction this course in this format. (You can discuss the distance procedures or the course material covered - or both!)