Evaluations

In the years it has been offered since 2000, the workshop has received a total of 209 overall ratings of “excellent,” 29 ratings of “good,” and no “average,” “fair,” or “poor” ratings. Following are representative comments.

  • The workshop was VERY informative. I gained valuable information concerning teaching, such as active learning strategies, course planning, etc., that I will implement in my classes. This was also a fantastic introduction to the funding process.
  • A lot of information. A good chance to ask questions and get precise answers. Presenters were highly skilled and the discussions were lively.
  • I couldn’t have learned this much in three years of day-to-day experience. Totally valuable and well worth the time.
  • I was actually surprised by this workshop — I didn’t expect it to be so useful, so informative and so much fun!
  • Many suggestions for proposals and teaching. Time management suggestions were helpful also.
  • I liked the experiences shared and meeting other new faculty. Very valuable insights on teaching and teaching at NCSU.
  • Addressed almost all concerns, gave lots of valuable advice, demonstrated techniques and benefits.
  • Substantive group discussion — great group of people & facilitators. Informal atmosphere with great info. List of references & resources.
  • Learned lots about active teaching. Emphasis on balance between private and professional life.
  • The atmosphere was constructively friendly. The directors and speakers were enthusiastic and sincere. The food was great!
  • Exceptional organization, excellent presentation, interesting, experience shared.
  • Absolutely excellent. Transforming experience for me. How can I possibly fail now — it provides so much confidence.
  • Certainly boosted back my confidence about being in a distinguished community and having chosen a profession to be proud of.
  • Thank you for investing in the workshop over the years — it is a tremendous preparation process (I think) and has made me even more excited to be an academic!
  • You should implore all new COE and PAMS faculty to attend this workshop. 
  • Keep this excellent workshop going! It’s invaluable!