Course: ____________________________ Instructor Name: ____________________________
1 = Never; 5 = Always
1 I am usually well-prepared for class. 1 2 3 4 5
2 I understand what is expected of me in preparation and participation. 1 2 3 4 5
3 The section assignments make sense to me; I understand their purpose. 1 2 3 4 5
4 I feel encouraged to participate in section and respond to others. 1 2 3 4 5
5 I get clear responses to what I say in class; I find out how to improve. 1 2 3 4 5
6 The writing assignments are clear to me; I know what the task is. 1 2 3 4 5
Answer the following about the instructor:
7 Treats students with respect. 1 2 3 4 5
8 Effectively directs and stimulates discussion. 1 2 3 4 5
9 Effectively encourages students to ask questions and give answers. 1 2 3 4 5
10 Indicates where the class is going 1 2 3 4 5
11 Explains material clearly 1 2 3 4 5
12 Indicates important points to remember 1 2 3 4 5
13 Shows genuine interest in students 1 2 3 4 5
14 Provides helpful comments on papers and exams 1 2 3 4 5
15 Is tolerant of different opinions expressed in class 1 2 3 4 5
1. What do you like best about this course?
2. What would you like to change about the course?
3. What are the instructor's strengths?
4. What suggestions do you have to improve the instructor's teaching?
5. Approximately how many class meetings have you attended so far?
This is a modified version of an example teaching evaluation provided to instructors at Vanderbilt. These
could be given to students at the middle and end of the semester. This allows the instructor to make
changes or general improvements mid-semester to better meet the students needs. Another option for
teaching evaluations would be the online survey through iPeer.