Course Evaluation Survey Analysis

Key takeaways

• 47 respondents - 80% of whom have completed a Course Evaluation before 
• Only 12% of students used Course Evaluations in selecting their class
• Only 12% of students knew you could see Course Evaluations at any time on Minerva
• Only 40% of students feel their evaluations have a real impact
• 95% of students would be more likely to fill out a Course Evaluation if the professor had discussed the results of previous Course Evaluations and the changes they have made
• 70% would be more likely to fill out a course evaluation if the deadline was extended to the end of the exam period
• Participants were most likely (32%) to fill out course evaluations in order to improve the course for future years

MUS Recommendations

• Each professor should present previous evaluations (if available) during the first class of the semester and describe how he/she incorporated this feedback to improve the course.
• Provide time during class to fill them out. Students are required to fill out Course Evaluations during a very busy time of year.
• McGill University Teaching & Learning Services should promote Course Evaluations as a useful tool for students to use in deciding on their courses and professors.
• Extend the deadline for Course Evaluations. This will ensure that the course in its entirety is being evaluated. Final exams are an integral part of many courses and thus should be included in any evaluation of the course.