The Department of Sociology uses the following questions to assess student evaluations of teaching:

Course goals and objectives were clearly outlined at the beginning of the semester.*

The instructor was organized and prepared for classes.*

The instructor encouraged students' questions, ideas and comments.*

The instructor explained the material clearly and effectively.*

Students were treated with consideration and respect.*

The instructor was helpful when students had difficulty.*

Readings and assignments complemented and enhanced the class.*

The amount of work required for this course was appropriate.*

Exams and assignments were challenging but fair.*

The instructor generated interest in the material and stimulated thinking.*

The instructor encouraged a willingness to listen to a diversity of views.*

If I had the chance, I would take this instructor again for another course.*

My overall rating of this instructor is: Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor

My overall rating of this course is: Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor

*Response Set: Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Undecided, Agree, Strongly Agree