Program /Departmental Student Feedback Processes

The School of Community and Health Studies has developed a process for student feedback each semester through “Class Climate” surveys. The surveys provide a course and instructor evaluation form that is given to the students at the end of each course for every semester. The program produces a general course report for courses that have several sections and different teachers, as well as individualized reports. The reports are reviewed in May-June as the teacher reflects on their practice and participates in annual Program review activities. In addition, teachers may use formative tools such as “Stop- Start-Continue” in the first few weeks to allow for adjustment of teaching strategies. The following is the Class Climate evaluation used for courses at the end of each semester in the School of Community and Health Studies.

Class Climate SCHS FACULTY EVALUATION

Please enter your course and section number:

The mid-point of rating scale represents "Neither" or "Neutral" N/A means "Does Not Apply" Mark as shown:

Using a ballpoint pen or fine tip marker, mark an X in the box which best reflects your opinion. Correction: To change your answer, fully blacken the incorrect answer box and mark another X.

1. Overall, how would you rate the following:

1.1 Professor's knowledge of subject.

1.2 Professor's presentation of course material is well organized.

1.3 Professor presents course material in an interesting and enthusiastic manner. 1.4 Professor explains projects, presentations and assignments clearly.

1.5 Professor uses different activities which helped me learn. 1.6 Professor's availability for consultation outside of class. 1.7 Quality of learning experience.

1.8 Professor grades assignments according to established grading criteria. 1.9 Assignments helped improve my knowledge of the subject.

1.10 Professor provided prompt feedback on graded material (tests, assignments). 1.11 Usefulness of instructional materials (e.g. handouts).

1.12 Professor's use of multimedia in presenting course content. 1.13 Overall, how would you rate your professor for this course. 1.14 Professor's use of Blackboard.

2.1 Did you receive a course outline at the beginning of the course? Yes No

2.2 Were the course learning objectives explained at the beginning of the course? Yes No 2.3 Was the method of evaluation explained to you at the beginning of this course? Yes No 2.4 Do your classes start and finish on time? Yes No

2.5 Is English your first language? Yes No

3. Please answer the following questions in the space provided.

3.1 What were your Professor's main strengths as they apply to the overall delivery of the course learning experience?

3.2 What areas could your Professor improve in order to enhance his/her overall delivery of the course learning experience?

Class Climate SCHS -COURSE EVALUATION

Please enter your course and section number:

The mid-point of rating scale represents "Neither" or "Neutral" N/A means "Does Not Apply" Mark as shown:

Using a ballpoint pen or fine tip marker, mark an X in the box which bet reflects your opinion. Correction: To change your answer, fully blacken the incorrect answer box and mark another X.

1. COURSE DESIGN Please rate the following: StronglyAgree StronglyDisagree N/A

1.1 Course outline clearly stated the learning requirements.

1.2 I understood the goals & objectives of this course as outlined in the course learning outcomes. 1.3 This course was closely related to my educational goals

1.4 This course usefully reinforces materials or skills covered in other courses. 1.5 This course had the right amount of theory (ideas explaining a concept). 1.6 This course had the right amount of practical experience.

1.7 This course helped me to function in a culturally and racially diverse environment.

2. COURSE CONTENT Please rate the following:

2.1 The required course textbook(s)helped me learn the subject matter. 2.2 Additional course readings increased my knowledge related to the course. 2.3 Multimedia presentation of the material was helpful in learning the subject matter. 2.4 Using Lab equipment, other than computers, was helpful in learning the course material.

2.5 The activities in the clinical/field/practical placement were helpful in meeting the course learning outcomes.

2.6 There was an opportunity for learners to integrate & share experiences pertinent to the course content & objectives.

2.7 The Blackboard resources contributed to student learning in this course.

2.8 The assignment(s) enabled me to apply my knowledge of the theory and research within this course.

3. DEVELOPMENT OF PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

How much did this course help you to develop one or more of the following professional skills?

Very Much Not At All N/A

3.1 Listening, speaking & communication. 3.2 Written communication.

3.3 Problem solving/critical thinking. 3.4 Information management technology. 3.5 Mathematical techniques numeracy. 3.6 Working with groups/teams.

3.7 Taking responsibility for your own actions & decisions. 3.8 Reflective practice

4. LEARNING ENVIRONMENT Please rate the following: Excellent Unsatisfactory N/A 4.1 Lab equipment

4.2 Clinical/field placements. 4.3 Computer labs.

4.4 Classroom space. 4.5 Library resources

5. OVERALL RATING- Very Satisfied Dissatisfied 5.1 Your overall satisfaction with the course.

5.2 The overall quality of the course.

5.3 What did you find particularly valuable about this course? 5.4 What would you change about this course?