EOTP-Using Data and Feedback to Improve Online Teaching
Rationale
“Considerable research shows that gathering feedback throughout the term allows an instructor to improve even very challenging classes, strengthen student learning, enhance student motivation, and positively alter student attitudes toward the instructor and course, as reflected in end-of-term student ratings” (Cohen, 1980; Fabry et al., 1997; Hamilton et al., 2002; Hampton & Reiser, 2004; Kreutzer, 1993; L’Hommedieu et al., 1990; Marincovich, 1999; Overall & Marsh, 1979; Rando & Lenze, 1994; Svinicki, 2001; as cited in Davis, 2009, p. 461).
Practices
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Review achievement data to inform current and future instructional practices
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Analyze student engagement and completion data to make course adjustments and determine next steps
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Use incentives to increase anonymous student feedback
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Use student feedback to inform course adjustments
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Collaborate with course designers, colleagues, and faculty development specialists to improve course design and delivery
