Student rating of instruction | William G. Jackson Center for Teaching and Learning

Students in all fall/spring sections with an enrollment of 6 or more will receive a survey to rate the instruction in that section unless a Dean/Chair (or designated departmental representative) exempts the section through communication with the CTL.

Michigan Tech moved to on online evaluation system in 2014. Instructors have access to all survey results starting the day after grades are finalized for that term.

Senate Procedure 504.1.1 provides detailed information about how surveys are conducted and used.

Survey Structure

Provided below is an overview of the standard survey structure.

Section Title	Target	Survey Questions
Student Reflection	The student’s own desire and preparedness for the course	The following questions are standard (required and uncustomizable). I understood the goals and objectives of this course. The goals and objectives of this course were relevant to me. My effort in this course was adequate to meet course objectives. I came prepared for each class session. Essay: If you were meeting with another student about to start this class, what advice would you give him/her?
University Questions	7-dimensions of quality teaching	The following questions are standard (required and uncustomizable). Questions 5 through 11 measure fundamental attributes of quality teaching. Their average is the most common overall measure of teaching, known as the "Average of 7 dimensions". The instructor was enthusiastic about the subject matter of the course. The instructor communicated the course material clearly. The instructor engaged students by encouraging participation during class. The instructor engaged students by encouraging course preparation, reflection, or other activities outside of class. The instructor provided timely feedback on my work (homework, assignments, exams, etc.). The instructor displayed a personal interest in students and their learning. The instructor used technology appropriately. Essay: As I, the instructor, prepare to teach this class again, what aspects of this course (teaching methods, assignments, areas of emphasis, etc.) should I preserve that effectively furthered your learning? Essay: What aspects of this course should I change to improve student learning? Specifically, what would you suggest?
Departmental Questions	Content or course policies as determined by departments	Questions chosen/submitted by the chair or her/his designee at least two weeks prior to any evaluation period. Possible examples include: The instructor found ways to help students answer their own questions. The organization of the class helped me to learn. The pace of this course was consistent with my ability to learn the material. The course grading policies were fair. Given the opportunity, I would take another course from this instructor. Examples of optional questions: The instructional resources (textbooks, handouts, etc.) furthered my learning. The classroom and equipment (if applicable) were adequate to support effective learning.
Instructor Questions	Individual practices within the class, as determined by the instructor	Questions entered into EvaluationKIT by instructors approximately one week prior to each evaluation period. Examples include: I wanted to take this course. Class sessions were thought provoking. The instructor made me aware of his/her scheduled office hours. The instructor encouraged students to seek additional help outside of class. The instructor used class time effectively. The instructor made connections between new material and material previously covered in class. I am more interested in the subject now than I was before I took this class. The following EvaluationKIT video may be helpful: How do I build a customized instructor survey?

Instructions

Evaluations will be open for completion between 8 a.m. on the Friday two weeks before the last day of the semester and close at 11:59 p.m. on the Sunday before final exams. (Summer tracks: 8 a.m. Friday one week prior to the end of the track through 11:59 p.m. Thursday before final exam day.)

Participating students will receive email links and directions on how to complete evaluations at the beginning of the period as well as e-mail and Canvas reminders throughout the evaluation period. Instructors can check participation throughout the survey period in Canvas or a provided unique e-mail link as well.