Max Ivanov Biochemistry I (PHCH 510) No. of responses = 55 Overall indicators Overall indicators Global Index + - av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 1. Contributions by the Instructor ( = 0.96) + - av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 2. Student Outcomes ( = 0.94) + - av.=3.2 dev.=1 3. Relevance of the course ( = 0.9) + - av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 4. Use of class time ( = 0.87) + - av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 5. Organization and preparation ( = 0.85) + - av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 6. Expectations and objectives ( = 0.89) + - av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 7. Behavioral indications of course attitude ( = 0.71) + - av.=3.3 dev.=0.9 8. Examinations ( = 0.92) + - av.=3.5 dev.=0.7 9. Assignments ( = 0.95) + - av.=3.4 dev.=0.9 10. Satisfaction with Learning Experience ( = 0.73) + - av.=3.5 dev.=0.7 Survey Results Survey Results Legend Question text Right pole Left pole n=No. of responses av.=Mean dev.=Std. Dev. ab.=Abstention 25% 0% 50% 0% 25% Relative Frequencies of answers Std. Dev. Mean Scale Histogram 1. Contributions by the Instructor 1. Contributions by the Instructor The instructor clarified important concepts with good examples. 1.1) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=53 av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 58.5% 30.2% 7.5% 3.8% Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 2 The instructor demonstrated how the course was relevant to my future. 1.2) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=48 av.=3.2 dev.=0.9 43.8% 35.4% 16.7% 4.2% The instructor demonstrated knowledge of the subject. 1.3) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=51 av.=3.6 dev.=0.6 70.6% 21.6% 7.8% 0% The instructor integrated current material/research into this course. 1.4) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=49 av.=3.2 dev.=0.9 49% 30.6% 14.3% 6.1% The instructor uses teaching methods that help students learn. 1.5) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=51 av.=3.4 dev.=0.9 60.8% 23.5% 9.8% 5.9% I was able to get personal help in this course if I needed it. 1.6) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=49 av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 57.1% 30.6% 8.2% 4.1% The instructor was concerned with whether or not the students learned the material. 1.7) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=49 av.=3.3 dev.=0.9 57.1% 28.6% 6.1% 8.2% The instructor made the subject matter interesting. 1.8) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=52 av.=3.4 dev.=0.9 59.6% 25% 7.7% 7.7% The audiovisual aids were generally effective. 1.9) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=49 av.=3.4 dev.=0.7 53.1% 38.8% 6.1% 2% 2. Student Outcomes 2. Student Outcomes I feel I am able to communicate course material to others. 2.1) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=50 av.=3.3 dev.=0.9 52% 34% 8% 6% I have become more competent in this area because of this course. 2.2) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=49 av.=3.3 dev.=1 53.1% 32.7% 4.1% 10.2% I learned more in this course than I expected to learn. 2.3) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=52 av.=3.2 dev.=1.1 53.8% 19.2% 15.4% 11.5% The course helped me to become a more critical thinker. 2.4) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=49 av.=3.1 dev.=1 49% 26.5% 14.3% 10.2% Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 3 3. Relevance of the course 3. Relevance of the course I learned to apply principles from this course to other situations. 3.1) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=51 av.=3.3 dev.=0.9 54.9% 27.5% 13.7% 3.9% The class demonstrations were effective in helping me learn. 3.2) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=51 av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 54.9% 33.3% 7.8% 3.9% The course was up to date. 3.3) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=51 av.=3.5 dev.=0.6 56.9% 41.2% 0% 2% 4. Use of class time 4. Use of class time The instructor encourages students to participate more actively in class discussions. 4.1) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=49 av.=3.1 dev.=0.9 42.9% 36.7% 12.2% 8.2% The instructor lectures at a pace suitable for students' comprehension. 4.2) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=51 av.=3.4 dev.=0.9 56.9% 31.4% 5.9% 5.9% The amount of time alloted for this class is appropriate. 4.3) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=47 av.=3.5 dev.=0.7 55.3% 38.3% 4.3% 2.1% Regular class attendance was necessary for course understanding. 4.4) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=50 av.=3.5 dev.=0.8 60% 32% 4% 4% The instructor makes me feel free to ask questions. 4.5) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=50 av.=3.4 dev.=0.9 60% 26% 8% 6% 5. Organization and preparation 5. Organization and preparation The instructor followed his/her stated course schedule. 5.1) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=46 av.=3.1 dev.=1 41.3% 37% 10.9% 10.9% The course material appeared to be presented in logical content units. 5.2) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=48 av.=3.4 dev.=0.9 58.3% 29.2% 6.3% 6.3% The instructor stays on topic. 5.3) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=52 av.=3.7 dev.=0.6 69.2% 26.9% 3.8% 0% Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 4 6. Expectations and objectives 6. Expectations and objectives The instructor informed students of their progress. 6.1) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=50 av.=3.4 dev.=0.9 60% 24% 10% 6% I understood what was expected of me in this course. 6.2) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=51 av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 56.9% 29.4% 11.8% 2% The amount of material covered in the course was reasonable. 6.3) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=46 av.=3.5 dev.=0.8 65.2% 19.6% 13% 2.2% 7. Behavioral indications of course attitude 7. Behavioral indications of course attitude My attendance in this course was better than for most courses. 7.1) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=50 av.=3.4 dev.=0.9 62% 28% 2% 8% I enjoyed learning course material. 7.2) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=52 av.=3.3 dev.=0.9 48.1% 32.7% 15.4% 3.8% I spent MORE time studying for this course than for the courses with the same amount of credit. 7.3) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=47 av.=3.2 dev.=0.9 42.6% 38.3% 14.9% 4.3% The difficulty level of this course was appropriate. 7.4) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=50 av.=3.3 dev.=0.8 48% 36% 12% 4% 8. Examinations 8. Examinations The exams concentrated on important aspects of the course. 8.1) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=51 av.=3.6 dev.=0.7 66.7% 25.5% 5.9% 2% The exams allowed me to demonstrate what I have learned. 8.2) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=49 av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 61.2% 24.5% 12.2% 2% The instructor took reasonable precautions to prevent cheating. 8.3) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=50 av.=3.6 dev.=0.6 66% 28% 6% 0% The instructor provided helpful feedback on exams/practicals. 8.4) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=47 av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 53.2% 34% 10.6% 2.1% Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 5 My grades accurately reflected my efforts in the course. 8.5) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=50 av.=3.5 dev.=0.8 62% 26% 10% 2% 9. Assignments 9. Assignments The text/notes used in this course was helpful. 9.1) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=49 av.=3.3 dev.=0.9 55.1% 28.6% 10.2% 6.1% The assignments were of definite instructional value. 9.2) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=48 av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 56.3% 29.2% 10.4% 4.2% The assigned readings were well integrated into the course. 9.3) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=48 av.=3.4 dev.=0.8 60.4% 25% 10.4% 4.2% 10. Satisfaction with Learning Experience 10. Satisfaction with Learning Experience I am satisfied with my learning experience in this course. 10.1) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=51 av.=3.2 dev.=1 52.9% 27.5% 9.8% 9.8% I am satisfied with my overall learning experience at Sherman College (all classes so far). 10.2) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=49 av.=3.5 dev.=0.6 53.1% 42.9% 4.1% 0% I would recommend Sherman College to others. 10.3) Strongly Disa- gree Strongly Agree n=50 av.=3.7 dev.=0.5 68% 30% 2% 0% Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 6 Profile Subunit: Basic Sciences Name of the instructor: Max Ivanov Name of the course: (Name of the survey) Biochemistry I 1. Contributions by the Instructor 1. Contributions by the Instructor 1.1) The instructor clarified important concepts with good examples. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=53 av.=3.4 1.2) The instructor demonstrated how the course was relevant to my future. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=48 av.=3.2 1.3) The instructor demonstrated knowledge of the subject. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=51 av.=3.6 1.4) The instructor integrated current material/research into this course. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=49 av.=3.2 1.5) The instructor uses teaching methods that help students learn. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=51 av.=3.4 1.6) I was able to get personal help in this course if I needed it. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=49 av.=3.4 1.7) The instructor was concerned with whether or not the students learned the material. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=49 av.=3.3 1.8) The instructor made the subject matter interesting. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=52 av.=3.4 1.9) The audiovisual aids were generally effective. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=49 av.=3.4 2. Student Outcomes 2. Student Outcomes 2.1) I feel I am able to communicate course material to others. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=50 av.=3.3 2.2) I have become more competent in this area because of this course. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=49 av.=3.3 2.3) I learned more in this course than I expected to learn. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=52 av.=3.2 2.4) The course helped me to become a more critical thinker. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=49 av.=3.1 3. Relevance of the course 3. Relevance of the course 3.1) I learned to apply principles from this course to other situations. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=51 av.=3.3 3.2) The class demonstrations were effective in helping me learn. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=51 av.=3.4 3.3) The course was up to date. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=51 av.=3.5 4. Use of class time 4. Use of class time 4.1) The instructor encourages students to participate more actively in class discussions. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=49 av.=3.1 Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 7 4.2) The instructor lectures at a pace suitable for students' comprehension. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=51 av.=3.4 4.3) The amount of time alloted for this class is appropriate. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=47 av.=3.5 4.4) Regular class attendance was necessary for course understanding. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=50 av.=3.5 4.5) The instructor makes me feel free to ask questions. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=50 av.=3.4 5. Organization and preparation 5. Organization and preparation 5.1) The instructor followed his/her stated course schedule. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=46 av.=3.1 5.2) The course material appeared to be presented in logical content units. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=48 av.=3.4 5.3) The instructor stays on topic. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=52 av.=3.7 6. Expectations and objectives 6. Expectations and objectives 6.1) The instructor informed students of their progress. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=50 av.=3.4 6.2) I understood what was expected of me in this course. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=51 av.=3.4 6.3) The amount of material covered in the course was reasonable. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=46 av.=3.5 7. Behavioral indications of course attitude 7. Behavioral indications of course attitude 7.1) My attendance in this course was better than for most courses. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=50 av.=3.4 7.2) I enjoyed learning course material. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=52 av.=3.3 7.3) I spent MORE time studying for this course than for the courses with the same amount of credit. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=47 av.=3.2 7.4) The difficulty level of this course was appropriate. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=50 av.=3.3 8. Examinations 8. Examinations 8.1) The exams concentrated on important aspects of the course. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=51 av.=3.6 8.2) The exams allowed me to demonstrate what I have learned. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=49 av.=3.4 8.3) The instructor took reasonable precautions to prevent cheating. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=50 av.=3.6 8.4) The instructor provided helpful feedback on exams/practicals. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=47 av.=3.4 8.5) My grades accurately reflected my efforts in the course. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=50 av.=3.5 Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 8 9. Assignments 9. Assignments 9.1) The text/notes used in this course was helpful. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=49 av.=3.3 9.2) The assignments were of definite instructional value. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=48 av.=3.4 9.3) The assigned readings were well integrated into the course. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=48 av.=3.4 10. Satisfaction with Learning Experience 10. Satisfaction with Learning Experience 10.1) I am satisfied with my learning experience in this course. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=51 av.=3.2 10.2) I am satisfied with my overall learning experience at Sherman College (all classes so far). Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=49 av.=3.5 10.3) I would recommend Sherman College to others. Strongly Agree Strongly Disagree n=50 av.=3.7 Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 9 Profile Subunit: Basic Sciences Name of the instructor: Max Ivanov Name of the course: (Name of the survey) Biochemistry I 1. Contributions by the Instructor - + av.=3.4 2. Student Outcomes - + av.=3.2 3. Relevance of the course - + av.=3.4 4. Use of class time - + av.=3.4 5. Organization and preparation - + av.=3.4 6. Expectations and objectives - + av.=3.4 7. Behavioral indications of course attitude - + av.=3.3 8. Examinations - + av.=3.5 9. Assignments - + av.=3.4 10. Satisfaction with Learning Experience - + av.=3.5 Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 10 Comments Report Comments Report 11. Specific Feedback 11. Specific Feedback What is the most important thing you learned in this course? 11.1) Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 11 Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 12 What one question is uppermost in your mind as we end this class? 11.2) Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 13 Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 14 Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 15 What do you consider to be the greatest strengths of this instructor/course? 11.3) Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 16 Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 17 Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 18 How could learning be enhanced in this course? 11.4) Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 19 Max Ivanov, Biochemistry I 03/04/2013 Class Climate evaluation Page 20