Module 4
- 1. COURSE SELF- ASSESSMENT AND STUDENT EVALUATIONS Texas A & M School of Law
- 2. MODULE 4 • The following slides contain important information, including: • Crafting a Mid-Semester Survey • Developing FAQs • Creating an End of Semester Evaluation • Steps to Successful Course Revision
- 3. CRAFTING A MID- SEMESTER SURVEY • This is an effective way to assess your students' understanding of and satisfaction with the course materials. • Feedback mid-semester allows you to hear your students’ concerns while there is still time to make changes and provide an optimal experience for students.
- 4. SAMPLE MID-SEMESTER SURVEY QUESTIONS • Do you find the subject matter of this course easy, average, or difficult? • Have you kept up with the reading assignments? • How much time per week do you devote to this class outside of scheduled class hours? • Do you ask questions or make comments in this class? • What would encourage you to participate more? • Are the lectures to the point?
- 5. FAQS In online learning, students may flood your inbox with inquiries related to tests, submitting assignments, and due dates. Before your online classes begin, make a list of FAQs and create a section in the Course Menu as a repository. Make sure students are aware that a FAQs section exists. Direct them to look there first before emailing you or classmates.
- 6. SAMPLE FAQS • When are assignments due? • How should I format and cite my papers? • How do I turn in my assignments? • What is your policy on turning in late assignments? • What work is involved in taking a class online? • How much time will I need to commit to an online class?
- 7. END OF SEMESTER EVALUATION • While the mid-semester feedback can be used primarily as a tool to assess difficulties students are having working through the course content, an end of the semester evaluation can serve an entirely different purpose, providing feedback on the instructor.
- 8. SAMPLE END OF SEMESTER EVALUATION QUESTIONS Does the Instructor … • Explain the course material clearly? • Emphasize crucial points to remember? • Direct discussions well? • Provide helpful feedback on papers and exams? • Make him or herself available through email and/or virtual office hours? • Explain reasoning behind activities and projects?
- 9. SUCCESSFUL COURSE REVISION Once you've taught your online course and turned in grades for the semester, you'll want to take a close look at what worked well and what needs improvement. Though all sections of your course can be updated, the following 5 areas are crucial….
- 10. COURSE REVISION – KEY AREAS TO CHECK 1. Content - Will it change? 2. Assessments 3. Links and Tools 4. Appearance 5. Accessibility & Copyright