We learned in this excellent module that we need to use multiple evaluations and multiple inputs in order to constantly improve our online courses. I plan to use more evaluation methods in my online courses to help with the key areas to improve student learning experiences, curriculum, professional development, and quality assurance, etc.
"Closing the loop" is an effective tool to determine if the course has effective learning. I never saw this necessary until I read new data. Having your course and instructor evaluated for needed improvements has a positive effect on the Institute, Instructor and the learning process for the students.
I have made notes on the course syllabus as we moved through the course of things to change. I need to do a better job of reaching out to students individually to ask what is and what is not working for them.
There needs to be more than one way to evaluate a student.
I’d never thought of having a peer look over my lessons to evaluate them.
I've learned that I need to have all the stakeholders provide evaluation of my courses including content experts, online teaching experts, students, peers.
Include the students by offering regular evaluations that solicit their opinions and wishes for improvement. That way they are more inclined to be involved because their voice is heard.
I like the idea of having a different instructor review the course. The outside perspective would be beneficial.
Having multiple evaluations is more effective and helpful for course development.
It is overall beneficial for the instructor and course to have multiple types of evaluations in order to get a wide range of data.
It is always good to have multiple ways to evaluate the effectiveness of your online courses!
All the evaluation mechanisms I can use to evaluate the course and make course improvements.
I learned about the various evaluation methods and when it is appropriate to use each one.
Word-based concept maps show concept relationships. Students can demonstrate their understanding of the whole and specific concepts using concept maps.
it is best get criticisms from more than one source, so mutliple evaluations can be positive
I understand that combining different evaluation types will give you a better view of your course and help you improve it, thereby closing the loop. Also, using appropriate data is just as important as using multiple sources of data.
The part about revising the course and using the evaluations has made me think about course changes occurring based on the pattern from learner's remarks.
The vision of multiple tools and multiple stakeholders' perspectives in closing the loop
Feedback from multiple stakeholders is critical for course improvement as it provides a balanced view of course strengths and areas of opportunity.
In my field of study, I constantly stay informed of emerging technology. I bring this into the class as to add value to material.
