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TABS FORMATIVE/SUMMATIVE EVALUATION INSTRUMENT


1. No improvement needed (very good or excellent performance)
2. Little improvement needed (generally good performance)

3. Improvement needed (generally mediocre performance)
4. Considerable improvement needed (generally poor performance)

X. Not a necessary skill for this course


SECTION 1

THE INSTRUCTOR'S PERFORMANCE IN . . .

1. making effective use of class time
2. making clear the purpose of each class session and learning activity
3. integrating the various topics treated in the course
4. making clear the distinction between major and minor topics
5. adjusting the rate at which ideas are covered so that I can follow and understand them
6. clarifying material which needs explanation
7. wrapping things up before moving on to a new topic
8. assigning useful reading and homework
9. maintaining an atmosphere which actively encourages learning
10. responding to questions raised by students
11. inspiring excitement or interest in the content of the course
12. using a variety of teaching techniques
13. taking appropriate action if students appear to be bored
14. asking thought-provoking questions
15. getting students to participate in class discussions or activities
16. relating to students in ways which promote mutual respect
17. explaining what is expected from each student
18. making clear precisely how my performance is to be evaluated
19. designing evaluation procedures which are consistent with course goals
20. keeping me informed about how well I am doing
21. The instructor displayed enthusiasm in teaching the subject
22. The instructor used examples and illustrations effectively
23 The instructor was an effective speaker
24. The instructor referred to recent applications or developments in this area of study
25. The instructor was available outside class to individual students for help and/or advice


SECTION 1

26. How much do you think you are learning so far in this course? 27. In your judgment, how important is what you are being asked to learn in this course? 28. How do you rate the effectiveness of this instructor? 29. So far, what is your overall rating of this course?

Student Written Comment Sheets

If you need more space to complete these questions, attach a sheet of paper. To make sure your comments are anonymous, please print if you normally write in script, or write in script if you normally print.

30. In answering question number 26, what is the instructor doing that helps you learn?




31. What is the instructor doing which gets in the way of your learning?



32. What suggestions do you have for changing the course?