eCAFE - Course and Faculty Evaluation, University of Hawaii

eCAFE: Course and Faculty Evaluations


Instructor: Alia Hawkes

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NURS 439, Fall 2012
NURS 613, Fall 2012
NURS 629, Fall 2012
NURS 629, Summer II 2012

Alia Hawkes: NURS 439, Fall 2012

Campus: University of Hawaii at Manoa Department: Nursing
Course: NURS 439 - Mgmt for Health Professionals Crn (Section): 72393 (001)    
1. Class Level (pick one)
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Freshman   Sophomore   Junior   Senior   Grad   Other  
4.03 31 0.41 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (3%) 29 (94%) 0 (0%) 1 (3%)
2. Course
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Elective   Required  
1.97 30 0.18 Freq(%) 1 (3%) 29 (97%)
3. The instructor demonstrated knowledge of course content.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.58 31 0.62 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 2 (6%) 9 (29%) 20 (65%)
4. The instructor fulfilled the goals of the course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.29 31 0.94 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 2 (6%) 4 (13%) 8 (26%) 17 (55%)
5. The instructor communicated effectively.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.19 31 1.08 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 3 (10%) 6 (19%) 4 (13%) 18 (58%)
6. I gained a good understanding of concepts/principles in this field.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.06 31 1.09 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 5 (16%) 2 (6%) 10 (32%) 14 (45%)
7. I developed enthusiasm about the course material.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
3.74 31 1.34 Freq(%) 2 (6%) 5 (16%) 5 (16%) 6 (19%) 13 (42%)
8. I increased my awareness of my own interests and talents.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
3.94 31 1.26 Freq(%) 2 (6%) 3 (10%) 4 (13%) 8 (26%) 14 (45%)
9. I have become more competent in this subject area during this course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.03 31 1.14 Freq(%) 2 (6%) 1 (3%) 4 (13%) 11 (35%) 13 (42%)
10. The instructor is enthusiastic about the course material.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.52 31 0.81 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 1 (3%) 3 (10%) 6 (19%) 21 (68%)
11. The instructor seems knowledgeable in many areas.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.53 30 0.9 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 2 (7%) 2 (7%) 4 (13%) 22 (73%)
12. The instructor was easy to talk with and available for consultation.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.32 31 0.98 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 3 (10%) 2 (6%) 8 (26%) 18 (58%)
13. The instructor encouraged class discussion.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.35 31 0.88 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 2 (6%) 2 (6%) 10 (32%) 17 (55%)
14. The instructor was available for consultation with students.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.16 31 1.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 3 (10%) 4 (13%) 9 (29%) 15 (48%)
15. The objectives of the course were clearly explained.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.19 31 1.01 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 3 (10%) 4 (13%) 8 (26%) 16 (52%)
16. The amount of work required is appropriate for the credit received.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.1 31 1.19 Freq(%) 1 (3%) 4 (13%) 2 (6%) 8 (26%) 16 (52%)
17. Please list your suggestions for improving the course and/or the instructor's teaching style and methods.
Understanding that is is a leadership course, but having the class teach the chapter material is ineffective for learning. Half the class doesnt pay attention to the presentations, powerpoints were boring, and only a few presenters were effective at conveying the main points and making the material interesting. The instructor should be teaching, not the students.
I believe Professor Hawkes is a good instructor, yet I felt that she did not know her material that well. It didn't make complete sense of why we had to teach the class the chapters and she only taught two chapters of the textbook. I don't feel that the material that we needed to do was pertinent to our field of study, though I did appreciate the resume and interview activities. Sometimes she did not answer emails at all, so the communication airways were not the greatest. The quizzes were tricky and the questions were not always fair to those who do not study nursing. I do appreciate absence exams though.
I think you used a variety of different teaching styles. I thought the group activities were a little long.
Excellent course organization, I like the group presentations.
Her style was very confident yet accommodating. I really liked her style a lot.
None all components of the course were great.
Answering emails from students that have questions.
Videos were great! Include a few more.
I hope that in the future, if it is known that there will be students outside nursing dicsipline that will atttend class, appropriate adjustments to lesson plan should have been implented so that the class is not so very biased towards nursing discipline. Bias is expected, but not to the degree that I experienced with this course.
Professor Hawkes is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the topic.
please don't do the personal budget plan activity anymore
No suggestions, Professor Hawkes teaching style is very effective.
Would prefer the teacher to teach each chapter instead of the class. Not sure why its done that way every year..
I really like Professor Hawkes' teaching style. Sometime it was hard to learn from the group presentations what the key points were but I am not sure how it could be made better. sorry. I enjoyed this class.
18. The course materials (texts, handouts) make a valuable contribution to the course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
3.84 31 1.1 Freq(%) 1 (3%) 3 (10%) 6 (19%) 11 (35%) 10 (32%)
19. The guest lecturers were interesting and stimulating.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
3.97 31 1.25 Freq(%) 3 (10%) 0 (0%) 6 (19%) 8 (26%) 14 (45%)
20. The exams cover the lecture material well.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
3.68 31 1.4 Freq(%) 4 (13%) 2 (6%) 6 (19%) 7 (23%) 12 (39%)
21. Other comments:
Relating lecture to real world experiences made the class easier to understand. I am glad we learned from a prior manager with relevant experience
The questions were confusing on the exams, and there was much room for disagreement on the correct answers. The guest speakers were more interesting than the regular instructional time. Course could have been taught by a guest lecturer, no need for a professor. Could have been simplified and condensed into a summer course.
Thank you for calling us colleagues. I really appreciate your enthusiasm & stories.
She was very professional and fair, I really like that a lot.
Overall this was a great course. The most helpful part was Professor Hawkes examples and stories she shared with us during course lectures.
Emails having questions about assignments were not answered, unless email was put on "priority." Was unaware that emails had to be put on "priority" to be answered. Needs to establish clear methods of communication outside of class from the first day of class.
the class was not applicable to DH students
Professor Hawkes was one of the best instructors I've had. She was knowledgeable on the course and compassionate about teaching. I really enjoyed her class and style of teaching.
Good teacher, but could not make connection between nursing and dental hygiene. Too many concepts did not apply to us as dental hygienists, so felt lost some of the time. Dental hygiene needs to have their own class. Should recommend this to DH faculty.
Why is this required for dental hygiene students to take? I wish it was made clear as to why we had to take this class. It was hard to find relevance to our profession, but looking at management from another stand point made me more interested. Good to learn about management in general. Work load was manageable which was good for us dental hygiene students as we had so much other stuff to do. Overall, great teacher, great class, cont. teaching.
Professor Hawkes should be retained as she is an asset to the nursing department, and that appears to be few and far between as we progressed theough the program.

Alia Hawkes: NURS 613, Fall 2012     Back to top

Campus: University of Hawaii at Manoa Department: Nursing
Course: NURS 613 - Pathophysiology for Adv Pract Crn (Section): 1105 (312)    
1. Class Level (pick one)
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Freshman   Sophomore   Junior   Senior   Grad   Other  
5.0 10 0.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 10 (100%) 0 (0%)
2. Course
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Elective   Required  
2.0 8 0.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 8 (100%)
3. The instructor demonstrated knowledge of course content.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.7 10 0.67 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (10%) 1 (10%) 8 (80%)
4. The instructor fulfilled the goals of the course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.6 10 0.7 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (10%) 2 (20%) 7 (70%)
5. The instructor communicated effectively.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.3 10 0.82 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 2 (20%) 3 (30%) 5 (50%)
6. I learned a good deal of factual material in this course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.4 10 0.7 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (10%) 4 (40%) 5 (50%)
7. I developed enthusiasm about the course material.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.4 10 0.84 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 2 (20%) 2 (20%) 6 (60%)
8. I was stimulated to discuss related topics outside of class.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.3 10 0.82 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 2 (20%) 3 (30%) 5 (50%)
9. I developed a clearer sense of professional identity.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
3.9 10 0.88 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 4 (40%) 3 (30%) 3 (30%)
10. I performed up to my potential in this course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.2 10 0.79 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 2 (20%) 4 (40%) 4 (40%)
11. The instructor puts material across in an interesting way.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.6 10 0.7 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (10%) 2 (20%) 7 (70%)
12. The instructor was effective in meeting the objectives of the course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.5 10 0.71 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (10%) 3 (30%) 6 (60%)
13. The instructor was thoughtful and precise in response to questions.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.44 9 0.73 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (11%) 3 (33%) 5 (56%)
14. I was able to get individual help when I needed it.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.5 10 0.71 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (10%) 3 (30%) 6 (60%)
15. In general, the course was well organized.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.2 10 0.79 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 2 (20%) 4 (40%) 4 (40%)
16. Please list your suggestions for improving the course and/or the instructor's teaching style and methods.
With the changing schematic templates, it was hard to know what to focus on. A grading rubric or a bit clearer guidance would have been nice to help focus.
I did enjoy the class and particularly the case studies. I almost wished that we were required to do two case studies instead of one case study and one presentation. Writing about an actual person makes it seem more real and is by far more interesting. I also found that I preferred to read through my classmate's case study more than the presentation. I also liked the patho schematics and prefer the latter format instead of the early ones requiring us to input lab info in the early to late stages of the disease.
Having visual aids either links to videos, pictures, or something of that sort, to supplement the readings would have been useful. I heard that the other N613 section also utilizes something called Second Life, and from some of the students in the class, it seemed to have helped them a lot to apply the information.
-clearer grading rubric for schematics.
As you will read below, I had some trouble adjusting to the online format. With that said, I believe Prof Hawkes did the best she could have done with the oneline format. She taught using various techniques and resources and did an excellent job connecting in a format in which we never meet face to face
17. The course materials (texts, handouts) make a valuable contribution to the course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
3.9 10 1.1 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 1 (10%) 3 (30%) 2 (20%) 4 (40%)
18. My grades accurately represent my performance in the course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.2 10 0.63 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (10%) 6 (60%) 3 (30%)
19. I believe I would have gained more knowledge and a better understanding of the course materials had the online course been conducted in-person.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree   N/A  
4.2 10 1.14 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 1 (10%) 2 (20%) 1 (10%) 6 (60%) 0 (0%)
20. Participation in online conversations (e.g., chats/bulletin boards/discussions boards) with my classmates contributed to my understanding of the course material.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree   N/A  
3.33 9 0.71 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 1 (11%) 4 (44%) 4 (44%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%)
21. Other comments:
Alia Hawkes has a lot of enthusiasm and was wonderful in encouraging continuous improvement in us. Each week she set the bar a bit higher, encouraging us to develop a deeper sense of understanding.
I definitely feel that I would benefit from an in person class. Although it is convenient to take an online class, the connection to the material is not as effective. The format that I feel works best for online classes are when one is required to watch a lecture through Olelo, read the material, take online quizes, and participate in discussion. I have taken a number of online classes and two of them followed that required lecture viewing format. I learned a lot in those classes AND found it convenient.
Professor Hawkes was always very open to questions, and was great at offering help when needed!
This is one of my first times taking a class entirely online. I believe it was difficult for me to adjust to this new format and it did not challenge me as much as it would have had the class been in person. However I believe this was more a factor of my trouble adjusting to the format rather than the stucture of the course.

Alia Hawkes: NURS 629, Fall 2012     Back to top

Campus: University of Hawaii at Manoa Department: Nursing
Course: NURS 629 - Pharm for Nurses in Adv Pract Crn (Section): 1114 (311)    
1. Class Level (pick one)
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Freshman   Sophomore   Junior   Senior   Grad   Other  
5.0 4 0.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 4 (100%) 0 (0%)
2. Course
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Elective   Required  
2.0 2 0.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 2 (100%)
3. The instructor demonstrated knowledge of course content.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.25 4 0.96 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 1 (25%) 2 (50%)
4. The instructor fulfilled the goals of the course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.5 4 1.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 0 (0%) 3 (75%)
5. The instructor communicated effectively.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.5 4 1.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 0 (0%) 3 (75%)
6. I gained a good understanding of concepts/principles in this field.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.5 4 1.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 0 (0%) 3 (75%)
7. I was stimulated to discuss related topics outside of class.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.25 4 0.96 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 1 (25%) 2 (50%)
8. I developed a clearer sense of professional identity.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.5 4 1.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 0 (0%) 3 (75%)
9. I performed up to my potential in this course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.67 3 0.58 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (33%) 2 (67%)
10. The course made me think hard and carefully.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
5.0 3 0.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 3 (100%)
11. The instructor puts material across in an interesting way.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.25 4 0.96 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 1 (25%) 2 (50%)
12. The instructor seems knowledgeable in many areas.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.5 4 1.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 0 (0%) 3 (75%)
13. The instructor has been helpful whenever I have encountered difficulties.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.25 4 0.96 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 1 (25%) 2 (50%)
14. I was able to get individual help when I needed it.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.0 4 1.15 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 2 (50%) 0 (0%) 2 (50%)
15. The instructor presented the course materials in a clear and organized way.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.5 4 1.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 0 (0%) 3 (75%)
16. The amount of material covered in the course is reasonable.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.5 4 1.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 0 (0%) 3 (75%)
17. The instructor sets high standards for students.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.5 4 1.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 0 (0%) 3 (75%)
18. Please list your suggestions for improving the course and/or the instructor's teaching style and methods.
It is a difficult point given the complexity of the topic but I will suggest maybe some brief presentations from the student's side. To be able to show and discuss in a group.
Overall, I learned a great deal from this class. I especially learned a great deal from the prescription assignments, I see medications so differently now while I am working on the floor! I would suggest doing more of these. Thank you.
Thank you. I learned a great deal from this course.
19. Assignments are interesting and stimulating.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.25 4 0.96 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 1 (25%) 2 (50%)
20. The course has significantly increased my knowledge and interests.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.25 4 0.96 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 1 (25%) 1 (25%) 2 (50%)
21. Other comments:
I really like the course and the way it is structured and presented. The professor keeps high standards and I like it. It is not an easy course to teach...

Alia Hawkes: NURS 629, Summer II 2012     Back to top

Campus: University of Hawaii at Manoa Department: Nursing
Course: NURS 629 - Pharm for Nurses in Adv Pract Crn (Section): 4115 (441)     4116 (442)    
1. Class Level (pick one)
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Freshman   Sophomore   Junior   Senior   Grad   Other  
4.81 16 0.75 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 1 (6%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 15 (94%) 0 (0%)
2. Course
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Elective   Required  
2.0 15 0.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 15 (100%)
3. The instructor demonstrated knowledge of course content.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.13 16 0.81 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 4 (25%) 6 (38%) 6 (38%)
4. The instructor fulfilled the goals of the course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.13 15 0.83 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 4 (27%) 5 (33%) 6 (40%)
5. The instructor communicated effectively.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.19 16 0.83 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 4 (25%) 5 (31%) 7 (44%)
6. I gained a good understanding of concepts/principles in this field.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.19 16 1.05 Freq(%) 1 (6%) 0 (0%) 1 (6%) 7 (44%) 7 (44%)
7. I learned a lot in this course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.25 16 1.06 Freq(%) 1 (6%) 0 (0%) 1 (6%) 6 (38%) 8 (50%)
8. I developed more confidence in myself.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.19 16 1.11 Freq(%) 1 (6%) 0 (0%) 2 (13%) 5 (31%) 8 (50%)
9. I developed skills needed by professionals in this field.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.25 16 1.0 Freq(%) 1 (6%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 8 (50%) 7 (44%)
10. I developed a clearer sense of professional identity.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.06 16 1.06 Freq(%) 1 (6%) 0 (0%) 2 (13%) 7 (44%) 6 (38%)
11. I performed up to my potential in this course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.25 16 1.06 Freq(%) 1 (6%) 0 (0%) 1 (6%) 6 (38%) 8 (50%)
12. The instructor was effective in meeting the objectives of the course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
3.93 14 1.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 1 (7%) 4 (29%) 4 (29%) 5 (36%)
13. The instructor is willing to meet and help students outside class.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
3.5 16 1.03 Freq(%) 1 (6%) 0 (0%) 8 (50%) 4 (25%) 3 (19%)
14. The course objectives were clear.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.53 15 0.52 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 7 (47%) 8 (53%)
15. In general, the course was well organized.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.2 15 1.08 Freq(%) 1 (7%) 0 (0%) 1 (7%) 6 (40%) 7 (47%)
16. Assignments require a reasonable amount of time and effort.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.07 15 1.16 Freq(%) 1 (7%) 1 (7%) 0 (0%) 7 (47%) 6 (40%)
17. Assignments are relevant to what is presented in class.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
3.94 16 1.34 Freq(%) 2 (13%) 0 (0%) 2 (13%) 5 (31%) 7 (44%)
18. Assignments are graded fairly.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
3.75 16 1.24 Freq(%) 1 (6%) 2 (13%) 2 (13%) 6 (38%) 5 (31%)
19. Assignments are returned promptly.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
3.5 16 1.37 Freq(%) 1 (6%) 4 (25%) 2 (13%) 4 (25%) 5 (31%)
20. Reading assignments require a reasonable amount of time and effort.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.13 16 0.81 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 1 (6%) 1 (6%) 9 (56%) 5 (31%)
21. I am generally pleased with the materials (texts, handouts) required for this course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree  
4.19 16 0.98 Freq(%) 1 (6%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 9 (56%) 6 (38%)
22. This was my first online course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   True   False   N/A  
2.0 15 0.0 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 15 (100%) 0 (0%)
23. I had the necessary equipment and technological skills required for the online course.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree   N/A  
4.67 15 0.49 Freq(%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 0 (0%) 5 (33%) 10 (67%) 0 (0%)
24. I believe I would have gained more knowledge and a better understanding of the course materials had the online course been conducted in-person.
Mean N-Size Std Dev   Strongly Disagree   Disagree   Neutral   Agree   Strongly Agree   N/A  
2.87 15 1.68 Freq(%) 5 (33%) 2 (13%) 2 (13%) 2 (13%) 4 (27%) 0 (0%)
25. Other comments:
At times I did send out an email to the 2 instructors for reminders on supplying the "course content" for the week. Otherwise, one of the most organized classes online I have taken. Just needs to be more timely or provide materials in advance for students to read and study.
#13 is "neutral" only because there is no option to mark N/A. There was no class time. #15 is "neutral" because some things were well organized (weekly content outlines) but the info for the class was spread out over too many places; course syllabus can include the course schedule. Better use of the Laulima options is warranted. #17 is strongly disagree because there was no "class". It was all self-learning. #18- grades seemed a bit arbitrary. Our group project (30% of total grade) received a B+, although we followed the assignment criteria. The feedback we received said we should have discussed pros and cons of different medications to better educate our classmates, but comparing meds was not listed as an objective on the assignment. #19 It took up to 3 weeks to get assignments returned and after the first two Rx assignments, there was no instructor name attached so, it was unclear which instructor provided the grade. #24. I prefer some interaction with the professors during a course, even if it just a Blackboard session every once in awhile. I am not sure exactly how the duties of this course were divided between Eissler and Hawkes. The one time I emailed Ms Hawkes with a question/comment, she responded very quickly. Reading her bio, I am sure she is a great asset to the UHM nursing faculty.
Dr. Eisler and Professor Hawkes always available to answer my questions. I recommend them to all students. Luisa
This class was well organized and the assignment load was fairly distributed but a lot of topics were covered in such a short time frame, it mostly felt like more time was needed to complete the readings and finish the assignments.
I enjoyed the weekly handouts provided. It really broke things down in simpler terms and would have been much harder to follow the content. I feel though the biweekly assignments were tough and felt like I was guessing sometimes what the instructors were looking for. Would have been nice if we had updated studies as our resources or some practice guidelines available to us.
The lines of communication were very limited. Poor feedback and response time from both the instructor and assistant. The class req material are not good resources on the topic. Poor organization of assignments and group project.
I'm not sure how to rate Alia Hawkes on her performance as an instructor because I was not sure what components of the course she was responsible for. I think different people learn in different ways, so for some an online course might better and for other an in-person course might be better. For me, if I have an engaging professor who provides good examples in his/her lecture, then the in-person course is better, but if the professor isn't engaging, I find I learn more from an online course because I can focus at a time that is best for me. If I take an in-person class, particularly one with mandatory attendance, and the professor is not engaging, then I tend to fall asleep and don't feel the in-person course makes very good use of my time. I really liked the prescription assignments that were required for this course. I think these assignments helped me to learn the most about my medications, and I honestly wish we had more of these assignments, perhaps with fewer parts to each assignment.
Overall, this was the best pharm class I have ever taken. The course book "Applied Pharmacology" by Wachtel was a dream! I Couldn't be happier! It was clear, concise, offered EBP and I actually learned Pharm this semester! The course was arranged very well, and moved from level to level seamlessly. My only comment is to break up the infectious/antibiotic chapter 18 into three parts...it is SO necessary, and was just too long to do in one week. The adjunct book "Pharmacology Review" was a complete waste, and, after attempting to integrate it into this course, I gave up. It is ridiculously complex and for grad BS students, if at all. I asked my cohorts and they agreed as well. Not useful, and not accessed. Take it off the book list. Instruction was directed at learning and not extra busywork. They succeeded in teaching this course.