English Department Mid-Year Survey 2014-15


  1. Demonstrates mastery of the material.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Varies methods of instruction.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Provides clear, practical models and examples.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Encourages student participation and questions.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Gives assignments that are on an appropriate level of difficulty.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Explains things clearly.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Moves at an appropriate pace.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Evaluates all students in a way that is fair and appropriate.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Maintains a friendly and respectful teacher-student relationship.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Returns work in a timely manner.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Keeps grades up to date and accurate.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Is available and approachable for extra help.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Clearly conveys the responsibilities and expectations of the students.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Runs an effective and efficient class.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Engages all students in the learning experience.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Maintains a professional attitude in class.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Maintains a professional attitude outside of class.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Provides helpful feedback on assignments.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Assigns essays that are relevant to the works being studied.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Tests reflect what has been covered in class and are of an appropriate level of difficulty.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Stays on topic during class.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Stresses good citizenship and leads by example.
    A — if the instructor is exceptional
    B— if he or she is above average
    C — for an average performance in that area
    D —for a below average performance
    F — if significant improvement is needed


  1. Use this space to explain any D or F rankings.


  1. What are this teacher's strengths?


  1. In what areas could this teacher improve?


  1. If we could only keep one book from this semester in the curriculum, which one should it be, and why?


  1. What is the best book you've read outside of class in the past year?


  1. Use this space for any additional comments.





Jama Branham
GA