Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences Teaching Survey Questions

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5): (not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #1, #4, #6, #7)

1. I learned a lot from this course.
2. The instructor created an atmosphere that kept me engaged in course content.
3. The instructor was prepared for class.
4. The instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
5. The instructor treated students with respect.
6. The instructor evaluated my work fairly.
7. The instructor provided feedback that was helpful to me.
8. The standards the instructor set for me were: (too low, appropriate, too high)
9. How many hours per week did you usually spend working on this course outside of classroom time?
   (<1, 1-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10+)
10. What did you like best about how the course was taught? (comment)
11. If you were teaching this course, what would you do differently? (comment)

For labs:

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5): (not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The lab instructor was prepared for lab.
2. The lab instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The lab instructor clearly communicated what was expected of me in the lab.
4. The lab enhanced my understanding of the class material.
5. What did you like best about the lab instruction? (comment)
6. If you were running this lab, what would you do differently? (comment)

For recitations:

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5): (not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The recitation instructor was prepared for recitation.
2. The recitation instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The recitation instructor used appropriate examples to clarify difficult concepts.
4. The recitation enhanced my understanding of the class material.
5. What did you like best about the recitation instruction? (comment)
6. If you were running this recitation, what would you do differently? (comment)

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

Katz Graduate School of Business – College of Business Administration Teaching Survey Questions

Course:

Scale (Items 1 – 3): hardly at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5)

1. The course was intellectually challenging.
2. The text and materials were helpful in learning concepts and techniques.
3. The course increased my knowledge.

Instructor

Scale (Items 4-8): hardly at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5)

4. The instructor was well prepared for class activities.
5. The instructor effectively interpreted difficult or abstract ideas.
6. The instructor provided appropriate feedback.
7. The instructor created an atmosphere conducive to learning.
8. The instructor was accessible to students. (do not answer if no basis to judge)
9. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
   (Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Very Good, Excellent)
10. Would you recommend this instructor to other students?
    (Definitely not, Probably not, Probably yes, Definitely yes)
11. What were the instructor’s major strengths? (comments)
12. What were the instructor’s major weaknesses? (comments)
13. What aspects of this course were most beneficial to you? (comment)
14. What suggestions do you have to improve the course? (comment)

LAB/REC

1. Did the labs/recitations contribute to your learning in this course? (not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5)
2. What grade do you expect in the course? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
3. What grade do you expect in this lab/recitation? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
4. What percent of the labs/recitations did you attend? (less than 25%, 26 – 50%, 51 – 75%, 76 – 100%)

Scale (questions 5 – 19): not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5), NA

5. The material covered in lab/recitation is well connected to the lectures.
6. The lab/recitation instructor was well-prepared for the labs/recitations.
7. The lab/recitation instructor appeared knowledgeable about course subject matter.
8. The lab/recitation instructor clarified material covered in course lectures.
9. The lab/recitation instructor showed interest in helping students understand the material.
10. The lab/recitation instructor returned assignments within a reasonable amount of time.
11. The lab/recitation instructor was concerned about students’ progress in the course.
12. The lab/recitation instructor provided helpful answers to students’ questions.
13. The lab/recitation instructor treated students with respect.
14. The lab/recitation instructor provided constructive feedback on assignments.
15. The lab/recitation instructor maintained an environment in which students felt comfortable asking questions.
16. The lab/recitation instructor was available for help outside of the labs. Mark (NA) if you did not seek outside help.
17. The lab/recitation instructor communicates effectively.
18. The lab/recitation instructor comprehends students’ communication.
19. The lab/recitation instructor led this lab effectively.
20. Would you recommend this lab/recitation instructor to other students who are going to take this course? (No, Probably not, Probably yes, Yes)
21. Your lab/recitation instructor would like to know if there is something you believe he/she has done especially well in teaching this lab section. (comment)
22. Your lab/recitation instructor would also like to know what specific things you believe might be done to improve the teaching of this lab section. (comment)

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

College of General Studies Teaching Survey Questions

Scale: strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5): (not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #1, #4, #6, #7)

1. I learned a lot from this course.
2. The instructor created an atmosphere that kept me engaged in course content.
3. The instructor was prepared for class.
4. The instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
5. The instructor treated students with respect.
6. The instructor evaluated my work fairly.
7. The instructor provided feedback that was helpful to me.

8. The standards the instructor set for me were:
   (too low, appropriate, too high)

9. How many hours per week did you usually spend working on this course outside of classroom time?
   (<1, 1-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10+)

10. What did you like best about how the course was taught?
11. If you were teaching this course, what would you do differently?

Hybrid and Web Courses Only

Scale: Strongly Disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree

12. The directions for the use of online materials were clear.
13. It was easy to navigate through the sections of the online course.
14. Digital technology tools helped me engage in the course material.
15. Online class activities fostered my interaction with other students.
16. I participated more in the online environment than I would in a regular classroom setting.

For labs:

Scale
strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5): (not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The lab instructor was prepared for lab.
2. The lab instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The lab instructor clearly communicated what was expected of me in the lab.
4. The lab enhanced my understanding of the class material.

Lab comments

What did you like best about the lab instruction?
If you were running this lab, what would you do differently?

For recitations:

Scale: strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5): (not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The recitation instructor was prepared for recitation.
2. The recitation instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The recitation instructor used appropriate examples to clarify difficult concepts.
4. The recitation enhanced my understanding of the class material.

Recitation Comments

What did you like best about the recitation instruction?
If you were running this recitation, what would you do differently?

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

School of Computing and Information Teaching Surveys

Scale (Items 1 – 7): strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5) 

1. The instructor stimulated my thinking.
2. The instructor was enthusiastic about teaching the course.
3. The instructor presented the course in an organized manner.
4. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable participating.
5. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable seeking assistance.
6. The instructor provided helpful feedback.
7. Assignments contributed to my understanding of the subject.
8. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
   (Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Very Good, Excellent)
9. What did the instructor do to help you learn? (comment)
10. What could the instructor do to improve? (comment)
11. Do you have any other information that you would like your instructor to know? (comment)

For labs:

Scale (Items 1 -4): strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5): (not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The lab instructor was prepared for lab.
2. The lab instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The lab instructor clearly communicated what was expected of me in the lab.
4. The lab enhanced my understanding of the class material.
5. What did you like best about the lab instruction?
6. If you were running this lab, what would you do differently?

For recitations:

Scale (Items 1 – 4): strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5): (not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The recitation instructor was prepared for recitation.
2. The recitation instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The recitation instructor used appropriate examples to clarify difficult concepts.
4. The recitation enhanced my understanding of the class material.
5. What did you like best about the recitation instruction?
6. If you were running this recitation, what would you do differently?

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

School of Dental Medicine Teaching Survey Questions

Revised spring 2024

Didactic and Clinical Classes

Scale (Items 1 – 3): strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), agree (3), strongly agree (4)

1. This course contributed to my learning and/or skill development (in basic, biomedical, preclinical, clinical, behavioral, and/or public health sciences).
2. The teaching style and methods utilized in this course facilitated my learning of the content and/or skills stated in the learning objectives.
3. The course director(s) and participating faculty was/were respectful and created an inclusive learning environment that encouraged learning/discussion/participation.
4. Please comment on aspects of the course that contributed to your learning (feel free to elaborate on your answers above).
5. Please comment on aspects of the course that could be changed in order to improve learning (feel free to elaborate on your answers above).

Preclinical Classes

1. This preclinical course contributed to my learning and/or skill development.
2. The teaching style and methods utilized in this course facilitated my learning of the content and/or skills stated in the learning objectives.
3. The course director(s) and participating faculty was/were respectful and created an inclusive learning environment that encouraged learning/discussion/participation.
4. Please share any additional feedback related to your learning experiences in this course.
5. Please share any additional information about your learning experiences with bench instructors in this course.

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

School of Education Teaching Survey

Effective fall 2021

“We ignite learning. We strive for well-being for all. We teach. We commit to student, family, and community success. We commit to educational equity. We advocate. We work for justice. We cultivate relationships. We forge engaged partnerships. We collaborate. We learn with and from communities. We innovate and agitate. We pursue and produce knowledge. We research. We disrupt and transform inequitable educational structures. We approach learning as intertwined with health, wellness, and human development. We address how national, global, social, and technological change impacts learning. We shape practice and policy. We teach with and for dignity. We think. We dream. We lead with integrity. We are the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh.”

Comment Question:

1. Think about Pitt Ed’s mission-vision (above) and your experience in this course. To what extent do you think this course exemplifies/aligns with the mission-vision? What would make it better aligned, if anything?

Course Environment
Survey Scale: hardly at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5). If an item does not apply to the class, select N/A]

2. The instructor was enthusiastic about teaching the course.
3. The course was well organized.
4. The instructor maintained an environment where students had equitable opportunities to participate.
5. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt supported asking questions and seeking assistance
6. The course supported a learning community where students were an important part of each other’s learning experiences
7. The course included materials, readings, and resources that reflect the experiences of historically minoritized communities, cultures, and ways of knowing.

Comment Questions:

8. What was strongest about this course environment?
9. What would improve the course environment?

Instructor
Survey Scale: hardly at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5). If an item does not apply to the class select N/A.

To what extent did the instructor manage synchronous and asynchronous learning activities effectively in the context of [If an item does not apply to the class select N/A]:

10. Using online communication tools to build community and reduce isolation
11. Providing opportunities for collaboration (e.g. class discussion, lectures, projects, and labs)
12. Facilitating synchronous whole class discussion
13. Including diverse instructional content beyond text (video, podcasts, graphics, etc.)
14. Maintaining frequent communication between faculty and students (e.g., present and active in discussion forum, announcements, etc.)
15. Showing consideration for the questions and perspectives of students.
16. Providing opportunities for application of course content
17. Providing timely feedback on student work
18. Providing constructive feedback that helped students improve their work/learning
19. Providing accessible course materials (e.g., closed captions/transcripts for videos, alternative text for images, searchable pdf documents)

Comment Questions:

20. What was strongest about this instructor?
21. What ideas would you share with this instructor about how to manage the course more effectively next time they teach it?

Course Objectives
Survey Scale: hardly at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5). Each also as N/A.

22. The course developed my ability to apply theory to practice/praxis
23. The course developed my problem-solving skills
24. The course developed my critical perspectives towards theory and/or practice
25. The course developed my writing
26. The course developed my ability to provide constructive critiques to others
27. The course developed my communication/presentation skills
28. The course developed my awareness of inequitable educational structures

Comment Questions:

29. What learning objectives do you think should be added or removed from this course, if any? Why?

LAB/REC

1. Did the labs/recitations contribute to your learning in this course? (not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5)
2. What grade do you expect in the course? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
3. What grade do you expect in this lab/recitation? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
4. What percent of the labs/recitations did you attend? (less than 25%, 26 – 50%, 51 – 75%, 76 – 100%)

Scale (questions 5 – 19): not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5), NA

5. The material covered in lab/recitation is well connected to the lectures.
6. The lab/recitation instructor was well-prepared for the labs/recitations.
7. The lab/recitation instructor appeared knowledgeable about course subject matter.
8. The lab/recitation instructor clarified material covered in course lectures.
9. The lab/recitation instructor showed interest in helping students understand the material.
10. The lab/recitation instructor returned assignments within a reasonable amount of time.
11. The lab/recitation instructor was concerned about students’ progress in the course.
12. The lab/recitation instructor provided helpful answers to students’ questions.
13. The lab/recitation instructor treated students with respect.
14. The lab/recitation instructor provided constructive feedback on assignments.
15. The lab/recitation instructor maintained an environment in which students felt comfortable asking questions.
16. The lab/recitation instructor was available for help outside of the labs. Mark (NA) if you did not seek outside help.
17. The lab/recitation instructor communicates effectively.
18. The lab/recitation instructor comprehends students’ communication.
19. The lab/recitation instructor led this lab effectively.
20. Would you recommend this lab/recitation instructor to other students who are going to take this course? (No, Probably not, Probably yes, Yes)
21. Your lab/recitation instructor would like to know if there is something you believe he/she has done especially well in teaching this lab section. (comment)
22. Your lab/recitation instructor would also like to know what specific things you believe might be done to improve the teaching of this lab section. (comment)

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

Swanson School of Engineering Teaching Survey Questions

Graduate and Undergraduate Classes

1. Please select the major you are enrolled in. Check at most 2 programs. If you are currently a freshman or an undeclared major, select your anticipated major from the list (or select Undeclared if you are unsure).

Scale (Items 2 – 7): strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

2. The instructor stimulated my thinking.
3. The instructor was enthusiastic about teaching the course.
4. The instructor presented the course in an organized manner.
5. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable participating.
6. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable seeking assistance.
7. The instructor provided helpful feedback.
8. Assignments contributed to my understanding of the subject.
9. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
   (Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Very Good, Excellent)

Comments

10. What did the instructor do to help you learn?
11. What could the instructor do to improve?
12. Do you have any other information that you would like your instructor to know?

Swanson Engineering Questions

13. The instructor was accessible
    (Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly agree)
14. Please provide advice to future students: What could you have done to improve your learning in this course? (comment)

Undergraduate Classes

ABET Questions

Please rate the degree to which this course has improved … (scale: not at all (1), very little (2), some (3), a lot (4), a great deal (5)

1. Your ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering.
2. Your ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of science.
3. Your ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of mathematics.
4. Your ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare.
5. Your ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of global, cultural, and social factors (i.e., sustainability principles).
6. Your ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of environmental and economic factors (i.e., sustainability principles).
7. Your ability to effectively communicate verbally with a wide range of audiences.
8. Your ability to effectively communicate in writing to a wide range of audiences.
9. Your ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations.
10. Your ability to make informed judgments that consider the impact of engineering solutions in global and societal contexts (i.e., sustainability principles).
11. Your ability to make informed judgments that consider the impact of engineering solutions in economic and environmental contexts (i.e., sustainability principles).
12. Your ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide an inclusive environment, collaboration, and leadership.
13. Your ability to function effectively on a team whose members together establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
14. Your ability to develop appropriate experiments.
15. Your ability to conduct appropriate experiments.
16. Your ability to analyze and interpret data and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
17. Your ability to embrace new learning strategies to independently acquire and apply new knowledge to solve engineering problems.

For labs:

Scale: strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5): (not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The lab instructor was prepared for lab.
2. The lab instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The lab instructor clearly communicated what was expected of me in the lab.
4. The lab enhanced my understanding of the class material.

Lab comments

5. What did you like best about the lab instruction?
6. If you were running this lab, what would you do differently?

For recitations:

Scale: strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5): (not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The recitation instructor was prepared for recitation.
2. The recitation instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The recitation instructor used appropriate examples to clarify difficult concepts.
4. The recitation enhanced my understanding of the class material.

Recitation Comments

5. What did you like best about the recitation instruction?
6. If you were running this recitation, what would you do differently?

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

School of Public Health Teaching Survey Questions

Scale (Items 1 – 7): strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor stimulated my thinking.
2. The instructor was enthusiastic about teaching the course.
3. The instructor presented the course in an organized manner.
4. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable participating.
5. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable seeking assistance.
6. The instructor provided helpful feedback.
7. Assignments contributed to my understanding of the subject.
8. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
   (Scale: Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Very Good, Excellent)

Comments (Open ended response)

9. What did the instructor do to help you learn?
10. What could the instructor do to improve?
11. Do you have any other information that you would like your instructor to know?

School of Public Health Additional Questions:

(Scale: hardly at all, to a small degree, to a moderate degree, to a considerable degree, to a very high degree)

12. Were there guest lectures in this course? (No/Yes)
    a) If yes, Were the guest lectures/multiple instructors used effectively?
13. The course made a worthwhile contribution to my knowledge and skills in the subject matter.
14. The course content integrated current topics and examples.
15. The course content covered material from diverse perspectives and incorporated culturally diverse examples.
16. Class activities contributed to a collaborative learning environment (e.g. activities that encourage effective discussion and/or group work).
17. Class activities encouraged active learning (e.g. hands-on activities; student engagement and application with the material; student/instructor reflection; simulation/role playing)
18. The class climate fostered inclusive learning.
19. In-class activities (e.g. lectures, discussions, group work) contributed to your learning of the course content.
20. Out of class activities (e.g. readings, homework, Canvas course content) contributed to your learning of course content.
21. The instructor welcomed, respected and valued all students in the learning environment.

Comments (Open ended response)

22. In future offerings of this course, what do you feel should be added or given more time or emphasis to improve learning? Feel free to suggest ideas which you think would improve the course.

LAB/REC

1. Did the labs/recitations contribute to your learning in this course? (not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5)
2. What grade do you expect in the course? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
3. What grade do you expect in this lab/recitation? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
4. What percent of the labs/recitations did you attend? (less than 25%, 26 – 50%, 51 – 75%, 76 – 100%)

Scale (questions 5 – 19): not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5), NA

5. The material covered in lab/recitation is well connected to the lectures.
6. The lab/recitation instructor was well-prepared for the labs/recitations.
7. The lab/recitation instructor appeared knowledgeable about course subject matter.
8. The lab/recitation instructor clarified material covered in course lectures.
9. The lab/recitation instructor showed interest in helping students understand the material.
10. The lab/recitation instructor returned assignments within a reasonable amount of time.
11. The lab/recitation instructor was concerned about students’ progress in the course.
12. The lab/recitation instructor provided helpful answers to students’ questions.
13. The lab/recitation instructor treated students with respect.
14. The lab/recitation instructor provided constructive feedback on assignments.
15. The lab/recitation instructor maintained an environment in which students felt comfortable asking questions.
16. The lab/recitation instructor was available for help outside of the labs. Mark (NA) if you did not seek outside help.
17. The lab/recitation instructor communicates effectively.
18. The lab/recitation instructor comprehends students’ communication.
19. The lab/recitation instructor led this lab effectively.
20. Would you recommend this lab/recitation instructor to other students who are going to take this course? (No, Probably not, Probably yes, Yes)
21. Your lab/recitation instructor would like to know if there is something you believe he/she has done especially well in teaching this lab section. (comment)
22. Your lab/recitation instructor would also like to know what specific things you believe might be done to improve the teaching of this lab section. (comment)

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

Graduate School of Public and International Affairs Teaching Survey Questions

Self-Ratings

1. Is this course required for you?
   (No, Yes)
2. In which program are you enrolled?
   • Energy and Environment – MID
   • Energy and Environment – MPA
   • Governance and International Public Management – MID
   • Governance and International Public Management – MPA
   • Human Security – MID
   • Human Security – MPIA
   • International Political Economy
   • NGOs and Civil Society
   • Policy Research and Analysis
   • Public and Nonprofit Management
   • Security and Intelligence Studies
   • Social Policy
   • Urban Affairs and Planning – MID
   • Urban Affairs and Planning – MPA
   • MPPM
   • PhD
   • Does not apply

Scale (Items 3 – 5): much less (1), somewhat less (2), about the same (3), somewhat more (4), much more (5)

3. Compared to most courses that you have taken, how much work did you do for this course?
4. Compared to most courses that you have taken, how difficult did you find this course?
5. Compared to most courses that you have taken, how much did you learn in this course?

Instructor

Scale (Items 6 – 10): hardly at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5)

6. The instructor explained subject matter in a way that made it understandable.
7. The instructor presented course content in an organized way.
8. The instructor provided useful feedback on work submitted or presented. (Do not answer if no basis to judge.)
9. The instructor stimulated student interest in this subject.
10. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable asking questions.
11. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
    (Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Well above average, Excellent)

Course

Scale (Items 12 – 23): hardly at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5)

12. Course objectives were presented and discussed.
13. Course was consistent with the stated objectives.

How much did each of the following contribute to you learning in this course?

14. Lectures
15. Discussions
16. Readings
17. Homework Assignments
18. Exams
19. Projects
20. Written papers
21. Handouts
22. Classroom Activities
23. Student Presentations
24. Would you recommend this course to other students?
    Definitely not, Probably not, Probably yes, Definitely yes)
25. Would you recommend this instructor to other students?
    (Definitely not, Probably not, Probably yes, Definitely yes)

Teaching Comments

1. What were the instructor’s major strengths?
2. What were the instructor’s major weaknesses?

Course Comments

1. What aspects of this course were most beneficial to you?
2. What suggestions do you have to improve the course?

LAB/REC

1. Did the labs/recitations contribute to your learning in this course? (not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5)
2. What grade do you expect in the course? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
3. What grade do you expect in this lab/recitation? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
4. What percent of the labs/recitations did you attend? (less than 25%, 26 – 50%, 51 – 75%, 76 – 100%)

Scale (questions 5 – 19): not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5), NA

5. The material covered in lab/recitation is well connected to the lectures.
6. The lab/recitation instructor was well-prepared for the labs/recitations.
7. The lab/recitation instructor appeared knowledgeable about course subject matter.
8. The lab/recitation instructor clarified material covered in course lectures.
9. The lab/recitation instructor showed interest in helping students understand the material.
10. The lab/recitation instructor returned assignments within a reasonable amount of time.
11. The lab/recitation instructor was concerned about students’ progress in the course.
12. The lab/recitation instructor provided helpful answers to students’ questions.
13. The lab/recitation instructor treated students with respect.
14. The lab/recitation instructor provided constructive feedback on assignments.
15. The lab/recitation instructor maintained an environment in which students felt comfortable asking questions.
16. The lab/recitation instructor was available for help outside of the labs. Mark (NA) if you did not seek outside help.
17. The lab/recitation instructor communicates effectively.
18. The lab/recitation instructor comprehends students’ communication.
19. The lab/recitation instructor led this lab effectively.
20. Would you recommend this lab/recitation instructor to other students who are going to take this course? (No, Probably not, Probably yes, Yes)
21. Your lab/recitation instructor would like to know if there is something you believe he/she has done especially well in teaching this lab section. (comment)
22. Your lab/recitation instructor would also like to know what specific things you believe might be done to improve the teaching of this lab section. (comment)

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences Teaching Survey Questions

Begin spring 2021

Scale (Items 1 – 7): strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5) NA

1. The instructor was prepared.
2. The instructor engaged students in the learning process.
3. The instructor gave useful feedback on assignments.
4. The instructor kept students informed of their progress.
5. All students were welcomed, respected, and valued in the learning environment.

6. What is your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness?
   Scale: (1) ineffective (2) only fair (3) competent (4) very good (5) excellent

7. The course was organized.
8. Class activities contributed to a collaborative learning environment, (ex. activities that encourage effective discussions and/or group work).
9. Class activities encouraged active learning, (ex. hands-on activities; student engagement/application with the material; student/instructor reflection; simulation/role playing).

Comments/open-ended:

10. What was most helpful to your learning in this course?
11. What would you change about this course to improve learning?

SHRS – PAS Hybrid Classes

Begin spring 2024

12. The instructor communicated effectively.
13. The instructor consistently followed the syllabus.
14. The instructor facilitated the learning process.
15. The instructor was available to assist students in and out of class.
16. The instructor exhibited a strong knowledge base of the material.
17. The syllabus objectives for the course were clearly outlined and understandable.
18. The course content (lectures, materials, activities) were relevant and supported the learning objectives.
19. The assessment of student learning reflected the course content and learning objectives.

SHRS – PAS Residential Classes

Scale: strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5) NA

12. The instructor communicated effectively.
13. The instructor consistently followed the syllabus.
14. The instructor facilitated the learning process.
15. The instructor stimulated interest in the course content.
16. The instructor was available to assist students in and out of class.
17. The instructor exhibited a strong knowledge base of the material.
18. The instructor facilitated critical thinking within class activities.
19. The syllabus objectives for the course were clearly outlined and understandable.
20. The course content (lectures, materials, activities) were relevant and supported the learning objectives.
21. The expectations of student performance in the course were clear.
22. The assessment of student learning reflected the course content and learning objectives.
23. The course fostered my learning and interest of the subject.
24. The course fostered critical thinking.
25. The course materials were relevant, useful, and supported learning.

SHRS – CRMHC Classes

12. The instructor helped me become more aware of cultural diversity issues.
13. This class made a valuable contribution to my professional development.
14. This course helped to develop my ability to solve real problems in the field.
15. This course helped me learn to apply concepts from this course to new situations.

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

School of Law Teaching Survey Questions

Scale (Items 1 – 7): strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5) 

1. The instructor stimulated my thinking.
2. The instructor was enthusiastic about teaching the course.
3. The instructor presented the course in an organized manner.
4. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable participating.
5. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable seeking assistance.
6. The instructor provided helpful feedback.
7. Assignments contributed to my understanding of the subject.
8. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
   (Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Very Good, Excellent)

Comments

9. What did the instructor do to help you learn?
10. What could the instructor do to improve?
11. Do you have any other information that you would like your instructor to know?

Law School Questions

12. Would recommend this course to other students.
    (Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly agree)
13. Would recommend this instructor to other students.
    (Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly agree)

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

School of Medicine Teaching Survey Questions

Scale (Items 1 – 7):
Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree

1. The instructor stimulated my thinking.
2. The instructor was enthusiastic about teaching the course.
3. The instructor presented the course in an organized manner.
4. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable participating.
5. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable seeking assistance.
6. The instructor provided helpful feedback.
7. Assignments contributed to my understanding of the subject.
8. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
   (Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Very Good, Excellent)

Comments

9. What did the instructor do to help you learn?
10. What could the instructor do to improve?
11. Do you have any other information that you would like your instructor to know?

For labs:

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5):
(not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The lab instructor was prepared for lab.
2. The lab instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The lab instructor clearly communicated what was expected of me in the lab.
4. The lab enhanced my understanding of the class material.

Lab comments

5. What did you like best about the lab instruction?
6. If you were running this lab, what would you do differently?

For recitations:

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5):
(not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The recitation instructor was prepared for recitation.
2. The recitation instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The recitation instructor used appropriate examples to clarify difficult concepts.
4. The recitation enhanced my understanding of the class material.

Recitation Comments

5. What did you like best about the recitation instruction?
6. If you were running this recitation, what would you do differently?

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

School of Nursing Teaching Survey Questions

Scale (Items 1 – 7):
Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly agree

1. The instructor stimulated my thinking.
2. The instructor was enthusiastic about teaching the course.
3. The instructor presented the course in an organized manner.
4. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable participating.
5. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable seeking assistance.
6. The instructor provided helpful feedback.
7. Assignments contributed to my understanding of the subject.
8. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
   (Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Very Good, Excellent)

Comments

9. What did the instructor do to help you learn?
10. What could the instructor do to improve?
11. Do you have any other information that you would like your instructor to know?

School of Nursing Questions

12. Course requirements were presented.
    (No, Yes)

Scale (Items 13-17):
Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly agree

13. This course was intellectually challenging.
14. This course made a valuable contribution to my professional development.
15. This course helped to increase my thinking skills.
16. This course helped me improve my writing skills.
17. I learned how to apply concepts from this course to new situations.

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

School of Pharmacy Teaching Survey Questions

Effective fall 2021

Scale: Hardly at all, to a small degree, to a moderate degree, to a considerable degree, to a very high degree, not applicable

Course

1. The course was well organized.
2. Objectives of each class were clearly described and achieved.
3. Course content covered stated objectives.
4. Assigned work was appropriate to achieve course objectives.
5. The course stimulated my interest.
6. The course contributed to my understanding of this subject area.
7. In this course I was intellectually challenged.
8. The course provided an effective learning experience for me.
9. This course encouraged me to respect points of view different from my own.
10. This course supports a class climate that fosters belonging for all students.

Teaching Methods

11. Class activities made a valuable contribution to my learning.
12. Class activities challenged me to think critically.
13. Class activities helped to clarify difficult concepts.
14. Class activities provided opportunities for practicing new skills.
15. I was able to interact effectively with the instructor(s) during class activities.
16. Interactions with fellow students contributed to my understanding of course content and a range of perspectives

Assessment Methods

17. Assignments contributed to my learning.
18. Lectures contributed to my learning.
19. Group work made a valuable contribution to my learning.
20. Examinations provided opportunity to demonstrate what I learned in the course.
21. Examinations reflected important aspects of the course.
22. Course assessments other than exams provided opportunity to demonstrate what I learned in the course.
23. Course assessments other than exams reflected important aspects of the course.

Open-Ended Comments for Course

24. What was your most significant learning from this course?
25. What was the most significant challenge in this course?
26. How might the course climate, content, activities, materials or teaching methods be more inclusive of diverse groups?

Instructor

27. Showed enthusiasm in teaching the class.
28. Made good use of examples to clarify concepts.
29. Presented course content in an organized manner.
30. Stimulated my thinking.
31. Showed respect for all students in the course.
32. Was sensitive to multicultural issues such as race, religion, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, and disability.
33. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
    (Scale: Ineffective, below average, effective, above average, excellent)

Open-Ended Comments

34. What did the instructor do to help you learn? Do you have any other information that you would like your instructor to know?

For labs:

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5):
(not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The lab instructor was prepared for lab.
2. The lab instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The lab instructor clearly communicated what was expected of me in the lab.
4. The lab enhanced my understanding of the class material.

Lab comments

5. What did you like best about the lab instruction?
6. If you were running this lab, what would you do differently?

For recitations:

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5):
(not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The recitation instructor was prepared for recitation.
2. The recitation instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The recitation instructor used appropriate examples to clarify difficult concepts.
4. The recitation enhanced my understanding of the class material.

Recitation Comments

5. What did you like best about the recitation instruction?
6. If you were running this recitation, what would you do differently?

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

School of Social Work Teaching Survey Questions

Self-Ratings

Scale (Items 1-2): much less (1), somewhat less (2), about the same (3), somewhat more (4), much more (5)

1. Compared to most courses you have taken, amount that you contributed to your learning.
2. Compared to most courses you have taken, amount that you learned.

Instructor

Scale (Items 3 – 10): hardly at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5) 

3. The instructor presented course content in an organized manner.
4. The instructor was well-prepared for class.
5. The instructor treated students with respect.
6. The instructor interpreted difficult concepts clearly.
7. The instructor provided useful feedback.
8. The instructor was accessible to students. (Do not answer if no basis to judge)
9. The instructor facilitated the development of problem-solving skills.
10. The instructor stimulated student interest in subject.
11. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
    (Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Well above average, Excellent)
12. Would you recommend this instructor to other students?
    (Definitely not, Probably not, Probably yes, Definitely yes)

Course

Scale (Items 13 – 18): hardly at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5), not applicable (Items 15 – 18)

13. Course objectives and requirements were clear.
14. Course content covered stated objectives.
15. Lectures contributed how much to your learning.
16. Class discussion contributed how much to your learning.
17. Readings contributed how much to your learning.
18. Assignments contributed how much to your learning.
19. Would you recommend this course to other students?
    (Definitely not, Probably not, Probably yes, Definitely yes)

Teaching Comments

20. What were the instructor’s major strengths?
21. What were the instructor’s major weaknesses?

Course Comments

22. What aspects of this course were most beneficial to you?
23. What suggestions do you have to improve the course?

LAB/REC

1. Did the labs/recitations contribute to your learning in this course? (not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5)
2. What grade do you expect in the course? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
3. What grade do you expect in this lab/recitation? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
4. What percent of the labs/recitations did you attend? (less than 25%, 26 – 50%, 51 – 75%, 76 – 100%)

Scale (questions 5 – 19): not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5), NA

5. The material covered in lab/recitation is well connected to the lectures.
6. The lab/recitation instructor was well-prepared for the labs/recitations.
7. The lab/recitation instructor appeared knowledgeable about course subject matter.
8. The lab/recitation instructor clarified material covered in course lectures.
9. The lab/recitation instructor showed interest in helping students understand the material.
10. The lab/recitation instructor returned assignments within a reasonable amount of time.
11. The lab/recitation instructor was concerned about students’ progress in the course.
12. The lab/recitation instructor provided helpful answers to students’ questions.
13. The lab/recitation instructor treated students with respect.
14. The lab/recitation instructor provided constructive feedback on assignments.
15. The lab/recitation instructor maintained an environment in which students felt comfortable asking questions.
16. The lab/recitation instructor was available for help outside of the labs. Mark (NA) if you did not seek outside help.
17. The lab/recitation instructor communicates effectively.
18. The lab/recitation instructor comprehends students’ communication.
19. The lab/recitation instructor led this lab effectively.
20. Would you recommend this lab/recitation instructor to other students who are going to take this course? (No, Probably not, Probably yes, Yes)
21. Your lab/recitation instructor would like to know if there is something you believe he/she has done especially well in teaching this lab section. (comment)
22. Your lab/recitation instructor would also like to know what specific things you believe might be done to improve the teaching of this lab section. (comment)

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

University Center for Social and Urban Research Teaching Survey Questions

Scale (Items 1 – 7):
Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly Agree

1. The instructor stimulated my thinking.
2. The instructor was enthusiastic about teaching the course.
3. The instructor presented the course in an organized manner.
4. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable participating.
5. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable seeking assistance.
6. The instructor provided helpful feedback.
7. Assignments contributed to my understanding of the subject.
8. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
   (Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Very Good, Excellent)

Comments

9. What did the instructor do to help you learn?
10. What could the instructor do to improve?
11. Do you have any other information that you would like your instructor to know?

For labs:

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5):
(not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The lab instructor was prepared for lab.
2. The lab instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The lab instructor clearly communicated what was expected of me in the lab.
4. The lab enhanced my understanding of the class material.

Lab comments

5. What did you like best about the lab instruction?
6. If you were running this lab, what would you do differently?

For recitations:

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5):
(not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The recitation instructor was prepared for recitation.
2. The recitation instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The recitation instructor used appropriate examples to clarify difficult concepts.
4. The recitation enhanced my understanding of the class material.

Recitation Comments

5. What did you like best about the recitation instruction?
6. If you were running this recitation, what would you do differently?

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

University Honors College Teaching Survey Questions

Scale: strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5): (not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #1, #4, #6, #7)

1. I learned a lot from this
2. The instructor created an atmosphere that kept me engaged in course
3. The instructor was prepared for
4. The instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
5. The instructor treated students with
6. The instructor evaluated my work
7. The instructor provided feedback that was helpful to

8. The standards the instructor set for me were:
   (too low, appropriate, too high

9. How many hours per week did you usually spend working on this course outside of classroom time?
   (<1, 1-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10+)

10. What did you like best about how the course was taught?
11. If you were teaching this course, what would you do differently?

UHC Questions

12. Compared to other courses at the same level, the amount of work I did was:
    (Much less, Somewhat less, About the same, Somewhat more, Much more)
13. Compared to other courses, in this course I have learned:
    (Much less, Somewhat less, About the same, Somewhat more, Much more)
14. I would recommend this course to other students.
    (Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly agree)
15. I would recommend this instructor to other students.
    (Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly agree)
16. Would you take another UHC course if you had the opportunity?
    (No, Yes)

For labs:

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5):
(not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The lab instructor was prepared for lab.
2. The lab instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The lab instructor clearly communicated what was expected of me in the lab.
4. The lab enhanced my understanding of the class material.

Lab comments

5. What did you like best about the lab instruction?
6. If you were running this lab, what would you do differently?

Recitations:

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5):
(not applicable/no basis to judge – also available as options for #2)

1. The recitation instructor was prepared for recitation.
2. The recitation instructor was available to me (in-person, electronically, or both).
3. The recitation instructor used appropriate examples to clarify difficult concepts.
4. The recitation enhanced my understanding of the class material.

Recitation Comments

5. What did you like best about the recitation instruction?
6. If you were running this recitation, what would you do differently?

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

Pitt Bradford Teaching Survey Questions

Scale (Items 1 – 7): strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5) NA

1. The instructor stimulated my thinking.
2. The instructor was enthusiastic about teaching the course.
3. The instructor presented the course in an organized manner.
4. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable participating.
5. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable seeking assistance.
6. The instructor provided helpful feedback.
7. Assignments contributed to my understanding of the subject.
8. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
   (Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Very Good, Excellent)

Comments

9. What did the instructor do to help you learn?
10. What could the instructor do to improve?
11. Do you have any other information that you would like your instructor to know?

Pitt Bradford

12. The instructor of this course showed respect for all students in the course.
13. The instructor was effective in handling multicultural issues and content.
14. Reading assignments covered material from diverse perspectives.
15. How might the class climate be made more inclusive of diverse students?

Pitt Bradford Nursing Classes

16. This clinical experience was of value to me.
17. Observational experiences contributed to my learning.
18. This course helped me to learn new approaches for solving problems.
19. This course helped me gain an increased understanding of professional issues.
20. This course helped to increase my thinking skills.
21. I learned how to apply concepts from this course to new situations.

LAB/REC

Scale (questions 1, 5 – 19): Not at all, To a small degree, To a moderate degree, To a considerable degree, To a very high degree

1. Did the labs/recitations contribute to your learning in this course?

Scale
A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit

2. What grade do you expect in the course?
3. What grade do you expect in this lab/recitation?

Scale
Less than 25%, 26 – 50%, 51 – 75%, 76 – 100%

4. What percent of the labs/recitations did you attend?
5. The material covered in lab/recitation is well connected to the lectures.
6. The lab/recitation instructor was well-prepared for the labs/recitations.
7. The lab/recitation instructor appeared knowledgeable about course subject matter.
8. The lab/recitation instructor clarified material covered in course lectures.
9. The lab/recitation instructor showed interest in helping students understand the material.
10. The lab/recitation instructor returned assignments within a reasonable amount of time.
11. The lab/recitation instructor was concerned about students’ progress in the course.
12. The lab/recitation instructor provided helpful answers to students’ questions.
13. The lab/recitation instructor treated students with respect.
14. The lab/recitation instructor provided constructive feedback on assignments.
15. The lab/recitation instructor maintained an environment in which students felt comfortable asking questions.
16. The lab/recitation instructor was available for help outside of the labs. Mark (NA) if you did not seek outside help.
17. The lab/recitation instructor communicates effectively.
18. The lab/recitation instructor comprehends students’ communication.
19. The lab/recitation instructor led this lab effectively.

Scale
No, Probably not, Probably yes, Yes

20. Would you recommend this lab/recitation instructor to other students who are
    going to take this course?

LAB/REC Comments

21. Your lab/recitation instructor would like to know if there is something you believe he/she has
    done especially well in teaching this lab section.
22. Your lab/recitation instructor would also like to know what specific things you believe might be done to improve the teaching of this lab section.

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

Pitt Greensburg Teaching Survey Questions

Scale (Items 1 – 7): strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5) 

1. The instructor stimulated my thinking.
2. The instructor was enthusiastic about teaching the course.
3. The instructor presented the course in an organized manner.
4. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable participating.
5. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable seeking assistance.
6. The instructor provided helpful feedback.
7. Assignments contributed to my understanding of the subject.
8. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
   (Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Very Good, Excellent)

Comments

9. What did the instructor do to help you learn?
10. What could the instructor do to improve?
11. Do you have any other information that you would like your instructor to know?

Pitt Greensburg Question

12. Compared to other courses at the same level, in this course I have learned:
    (Much less, Somewhat less, About the same, Somewhat more, Much more)

LAB/REC

1. Did the labs/recitations contribute to your learning in this course? (not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5)
2. What grade do you expect in the course? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
3. What grade do you expect in this lab/recitation? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
4. What percent of the labs/recitations did you attend? (less than 25%, 26 – 50%, 51 – 75%, 76 – 100%)

Scale (questions 5 – 19): not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5), NA

5. The material covered in lab/recitation is well connected to the lectures.
6. The lab/recitation instructor was well-prepared for the labs/recitations.
7. The lab/recitation instructor appeared knowledgeable about course subject matter.
8. The lab/recitation instructor clarified material covered in course lectures.
9. The lab/recitation instructor showed interest in helping students understand the material.
10. The lab/recitation instructor returned assignments within a reasonable amount of time.
11. The lab/recitation instructor was concerned about students’ progress in the course.
12. The lab/recitation instructor provided helpful answers to students’ questions.
13. The lab/recitation instructor treated students with respect.
14. The lab/recitation instructor provided constructive feedback on assignments.
15. The lab/recitation instructor maintained an environment in which students felt comfortable asking questions.
16. The lab/recitation instructor was available for help outside of the labs. Mark (NA) if you did not seek outside help.
17. The lab/recitation instructor communicates effectively.
18. The lab/recitation instructor comprehends students’ communication.
19. The lab/recitation instructor led this lab effectively.
20. Would you recommend this lab/recitation instructor to other students who are going to take this course? (No, Probably not, Probably yes, Yes)
21. Your lab/recitation instructor would like to know if there is something you believe he/she has done especially well in teaching this lab section. (comment)
22. Your lab/recitation instructor would also like to know what specific things you believe might be done to improve the teaching of this lab section. (comment)

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

Pitt Johnstown Teaching Survey Questions

Scale (Items 1 – 7): strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5) 

1. The instructor stimulated my thinking.
2. The instructor was enthusiastic about teaching the course.
3. The instructor presented the course in an organized manner.
4. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable participating.
5. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable seeking assistance.
6. The instructor provided helpful feedback.
7. Assignments contributed to my understanding of the subject.
8. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
   (Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Very Good, Excellent)

Comments

9. What did the instructor do to help you learn?
10. What could the instructor do to improve?
11. Do you have any other information that you would like your instructor to know?

Pitt Johnstown Questions

12. Compared to other courses at the same level, the amount of work I did was:
    (Much less, Somewhat less, About the same, Somewhat more, Much more)
13. Compared to other courses, in this course I have learned:
    (Much less, Somewhat less, About the same, Somewhat more, Much more)
14. I would recommend this course to other students.
    (Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly agree)
15. I would recommend this instructor to other students.
    (Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neutral, Agree, Strongly agree)
16. The grade I expect in this course is:
    (A, B, C, D, F, Other)

LAB/REC

1. Did the labs/recitations contribute to your learning in this course? (not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5)
2. What grade do you expect in the course? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
3. What grade do you expect in this lab/recitation? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
4. What percent of the labs/recitations did you attend? (less than 25%, 26 – 50%, 51 – 75%, 76 – 100%)

Scale (questions 5 – 19): not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5), NA

5. The material covered in lab/recitation is well connected to the lectures.
6. The lab/recitation instructor was well-prepared for the labs/recitations.
7. The lab/recitation instructor appeared knowledgeable about course subject matter.
8. The lab/recitation instructor clarified material covered in course lectures.
9. The lab/recitation instructor showed interest in helping students understand the material.
10. The lab/recitation instructor returned assignments within a reasonable amount of time.
11. The lab/recitation instructor was concerned about students’ progress in the course.
12. The lab/recitation instructor provided helpful answers to students’ questions.
13. The lab/recitation instructor treated students with respect.
14. The lab/recitation instructor provided constructive feedback on assignments.
15. The lab/recitation instructor maintained an environment in which students felt comfortable asking questions.
16. The lab/recitation instructor was available for help outside of the labs. Mark (NA) if you did not seek outside help.
17. The lab/recitation instructor communicates effectively.
18. The lab/recitation instructor comprehends students’ communication.
19. The lab/recitation instructor led this lab effectively.
20. Would you recommend this lab/recitation instructor to other students who are going to take this course? (No, Probably not, Probably yes, Yes)
21. Your lab/recitation instructor would like to know if there is something you believe he/she has done especially well in teaching this lab section. (comment)
22. Your lab/recitation instructor would also like to know what specific things you believe might be done to improve the teaching of this lab section. (comment)

Nursing Questions

1. Course requirements were presented.
   (No, Yes)

Scale (items 2-6): strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5) Strongly disagree 

2. This course was intellectually challenging.
3. This course made a valuable contribution to my professional development.
4. This course helped to increase my thinking skills.
5. This course helped me improve my writing skills.
6. I learned how to apply concepts from this course to new situations.

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.

Pitt Titusville Teaching Survey Questions

Scale (Items 1 – 7): strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5) 

1. The instructor stimulated my thinking.
2. The instructor was enthusiastic about teaching the course.
3. The instructor presented the course in an organized manner.
4. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable participating.
5. The instructor maintained an environment where students felt comfortable seeking assistance.
6. The instructor provided helpful feedback.
7. Assignments contributed to my understanding of the subject.
8. Express your judgment of the instructor’s overall teaching effectiveness.
   (Ineffective, Only Fair, Competent, Very Good, Excellent)

Comments

9. What did the instructor do to help you learn?
10. What could the instructor do to improve?
11. Do you have any other information that you would like your instructor to know?

LAB/REC

1. Did the labs/recitations contribute to your learning in this course? (not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5)
2. What grade do you expect in the course? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
3. What grade do you expect in this lab/recitation? (A, B, C, D, F, Other, Credit/No entry, Audit)
4. What percent of the labs/recitations did you attend? (less than 25%, 26 – 50%, 51 – 75%, 76 – 100%)

Scale (questions 5 – 19): not at all (1), to a small degree (2), to a moderate degree (3), to a considerable degree (4), to a very high degree (5), NA

5. The material covered in lab/recitation is well connected to the lectures.
6. The lab/recitation instructor was well-prepared for the labs/recitations.
7. The lab/recitation instructor appeared knowledgeable about course subject matter.
8. The lab/recitation instructor clarified material covered in course lectures.
9. The lab/recitation instructor showed interest in helping students understand the material.
10. The lab/recitation instructor returned assignments within a reasonable amount of time.
11. The lab/recitation instructor was concerned about students’ progress in the course.
12. The lab/recitation instructor provided helpful answers to students’ questions.
13. The lab/recitation instructor treated students with respect.
14. The lab/recitation instructor provided constructive feedback on assignments.
15. The lab/recitation instructor maintained an environment in which students felt comfortable asking questions.
16. The lab/recitation instructor was available for help outside of the labs. Mark (NA) if you did not seek outside help.
17. The lab/recitation instructor communicates effectively.
18. The lab/recitation instructor comprehends students’ communication.
19. The lab/recitation instructor led this lab effectively.
20. Would you recommend this lab/recitation instructor to other students who are going to take this course? (No, Probably not, Probably yes, Yes)
21. Your lab/recitation instructor would like to know if there is something you believe he/she has done especially well in teaching this lab section. (comment)
22. Your lab/recitation instructor would also like to know what specific things you believe might be done to improve the teaching of this lab section. (comment)

Diversity and Inclusion (added to all teaching surveys)

strongly disagree (1), disagree (2), neutral (3), agree (4), strongly agree (5)

1. The instructor creates an inclusive learning environment for all students.