STUDENT EVALUATION OF INSTRUCTION --Winter 2009 INSTRUCTOR: Escobar, Joseph DEPT: Social Science COURSE: HST 202 - History of United States CRN: 31543 CLASS DAY & TIME: TR 1000 STRONGLY STRONGLY DOES NOT AGREE AGREE DISAGREE DISAGREE APPLY 1 2 3 4 Q#1 16 5 0 0 0 76% 24% 0% 0% 1. What was taught agreed with the objectives stated in the catalog or course outline. Q#2 20 3 0 0 0 87% 13% 0% 0% 2. The instructor exhibited an enthusiasm and interest in the subject. Q#3 24 0 0 0 0 100% 0% 0% 0% 3. The instructor was knowledgeable in the subject. Q#4 21 3 0 0 0 87% 13% 0% 0% 4. The instructor used class time effectively. Q#5 22 2 0 0 0 92% 8% 0% 0% 5. The instructor respected people including those of different genders, religions, ethnic backgrounds, class status, abilities, and lifestyles. Q#6 17 6 0 0 0 71% 29% 0% 0% 6. The instructor encouraged students to think. Q#7 13 10 0 0 0 56% 44% 0% 0% 7. The instructor's teaching methods were effective in helping me learn the material. Q#8 17 7 0 0 0 71% 29% 0% 0% 8. The instructor made an effort to be available to students. Q#9 17 7 0 0 0 71% 29% 0% 0% 9. The instructor helped students understand the course material and find answers to relevant questions. Q#10 20 3 0 0 0 87% 13% 0% 0% 10. The instructor treated students fairly and reasonably. Q#11 14 10 0 0 0 58% 42% 0% 0% 11. The instructor encouraged students. Q#12 20 4 0 0 0 83% 17% 0% 0% 12. Overall, the instructor was effective. Consider both the limitations and possibilities inherent in the subject matter and course.
COMMENTS:
Q# 13. What did you like about this class?
- I like this class because it is
interesting. I am always learning
something new and I like the instructor.
- The instructor was very forward and professional.
- Joe wasn't just being a teacher just to get the
job done. Every class he would
make sure we understood his lesson and always remind us about assignments that
we should be working on and to get them done on time.
- I liked the teacher and how enthusiastic he was
about the materials. The class was
fast paced but educational.
- I like that Joe was extremely interested in the
already compelling subject matter.
- I like lectures and presentation.
- Joe is an awesome teacher. He loves history and makes an effort to
present a wide array of viewpoints.
- Good information.
- Good class, enjoyed it. Had no idea it was an "online credit class", so
not having internet at my house somewhat hampered it.
- I liked that the class is not just a lecture, we
watched videos and did other activities.
- I like how energetic and passionate Mr. Escobar
is about teaching. I like
everything I learned.
- Good PowerPoint presentantions/lessons
- The history within our country I did knot know
before.
- I liked the interesting information. The instructor is very knowledgeable
and understanding.
- This is the best history class anyone could ever
take. His class is
interesting. I lied the videos,
slides, lectures, textbook, everything.
- H.T.D. and his knowledge on the subject. He also was clear that views get
screwed and not to believe everything.
- It was very informing. He was very enthusiastic.
- The test was way to in depth - midterm I am
speaking of - it left me feeling stupid
- It was difficult and the test didn't follow the
class very well, but the material in class was very good.
- Joe combined textbook info with videos and some
personal experiences. The class
doesn't get boring, it is fun to come to.
- I liked everything about the class except the
test. The tests are very hard and
information presented can be overwhelming at times but other than that... great
class.
Q# 14. How could this class be improved? Add any comments about the class and/or
the instructor that you feel
might be helpful or useful.
- More study guides when it comes
to the tests.
- The videos on the Historical Discussion Topics
should be available in multiple formats t make it easier to view those at home.
- Adequate materials (projector, etc.)
- Tests are very long. Usually, by the time I get to the last 20 questions, I am drained
and can't think straight. It would
be helpful if tests were about 50-60 questions.
- Not enough push towards memorization, i.e.
quizzes/study guides
- Good overall, can't think of any.
- Fix the technology that is used.
- I think more interactive worksheets could
help. Also, interaction with
people in the class - more class discussion rather than just pure lecture and
note taking.
- Less online, more in-class
- The class needs more take-home worksheets. The in-class notes become incredibly
overwhelming.
- It's good.
- A little more explanation on what we have to do
for online work.
- More class feedback during and easier test.
- The test less hard.
- It's already great!
- There is enough information presented in this class
to be split into two separate classes.
Maybe tone it down and lighten the test.
STUDENT EVALUATION OF INSTRUCTION --Winter 2009 INSTRUCTOR: Escobar, Joseph DEPT: Social Science COURSE: HST 202 - History of United States CRN: 31544 CLASS DAY & TIME: TR 1300 STRONGLY STRONGLY DOES NOT AGREE AGREE DISAGREE DISAGREE APPLY 1 2 3 4 Q#1 16 3 0 0 0 84% 16% 0% 0% 1. What was taught agreed with the objectives stated in the catalog or course outline. Q#2 18 1 0 0 0 95% 5% 0% 0% 2. The instructor exhibited an enthusiasm and interest in the subject. Q#3 18 1 0 0 0 95% 5% 0% 0% 3. The instructor was knowledgeable in the subject. Q#4 17 2 0 0 0 90% 10% 0% 0% 4. The instructor used class time effectively. Q#5 18 1 0 0 0 95% 5% 0% 0% 5. The instructor respected people including those of different genders, religions, ethnic backgrounds, class status, abilities, and lifestyles. Q#6 13 6 0 0 0 68% 32% 0% 0% 6. The instructor encouraged students to think. Q#7 12 6 0 0 0 67% 33% 0% 0% 7. The instructor's teaching methods were effective in helping me learn the material. Q#8 14 5 0 0 0 74% 26% 0% 0% 8. The instructor made an effort to be available to students. Q#9 11 8 0 0 0 58% 42% 0% 0% 9. The instructor helped students understand the course material and find answers to relevant questions. Q#10 16 3 0 0 0 84% 16% 0% 0% 10. The instructor treated students fairly and reasonably. Q#11 13 6 0 0 0 68% 32% 0% 0% 11. The instructor encouraged students. Q#12 15 4 0 0 0 79% 21% 0% 0% 12. Overall, the instructor was effective. Consider both the limitations and possibilities inherent in the subject matter and course. COMMENTS:
Q# 13. What did you like about this class?
- I liked all the videos that were played related
to the subject.
- Mr. Escobar
- Teacher gave great effort.
- I love the class. I have learned so much about things I haven't had any idea
about. Joe is an awesome teacher.
Slavery has opened up my eyes about numerous things.
- I liked to watch the different videos our
instructor showed us were helpful and educational. In a lecture class, I love to write notes and Mr. Escobar
provided us with notes which was also extremely helpful.
- I enjoyed learning the material. Joe is a great teacher and makes class
a great learning environment.
- The way media was tied into everyday class and
the strong use of technology.
- The learning experience was very rounded,
including several different mediums and opportunities for participation. The instructor was very engaging and
impressed me with how fairly he treated all sides and perspectives.
- He is very passionate about history and related
things to current things which was very helpful.
- I like the hand on. that forced to you to engage with the material.
- Everything.
- Material presented in a fun and easy to enjoy
manner.
Q# 14. How could this class be improved? Add any comments about the class and/or the instructor that you feel
might be helpful or useful.
- I think it is great the way it is.
- Questions on midterm to be made more clear.
- In can't be improved. They say nothing is perfect, but this class is. I think
students that say Joe needs to fix some things are wrong. He is awesome at teaching us the
material.
- I think the midterm was very challenging and I
wish Mr. Escobar would have provided us with chapter notes from the book.
- Online tests could be later in the week. Mondays just didn't work for me.
- It is great as it is!
- I cannot think of improvements.
- No online tests (exams, not quizzes), they hurt
my eyes.
- Taking a 100 quiz all multiple choice test in the
lab is very difficult.
- He had the unique ability to demonstrate facts
and the subjectivity of history.
- Great class!