Selected student comments from fall 2003Classroom course“[My teaching
assistant] was a really good TA and was very available for any of our
questions. The course developed really well, and improved a lot in the
sessions. I wish we could have more time to study this class, but the
way it is currently designed is helpful to keep informed and up to date
with assignments and information. The tests and paper were very challenging
and interesting. I enjoyed very much this course!” “[My teaching
assistant] is a great TA and very enthusiastic. [S/he] is approachable
and tries very hard to explain the material.” “I thought the
small group discussion format was very helpful and really helped integrate
the class material with "real life" situations. It made the
material much more applicable to professional work" “I enjoyed the
labs and found them to be a great learning experience. Having the opportunity
to work with such a diverse and interesting group of people was a very
rewarding experience." “I really like
the discussion groups -- I think a good part of my learning took place
here. Overall, a fun and informative class -- thanks!” “Overall, this
class has been a good learning experience in spite of a challenging subject
for me. This is due to the thoroughly great job [My teaching assistant]
did as a TA and to the candid and well organized nature of Vic's lectures.” “[My teaching
assistant] understands the material she teaches, contributes examples
from her field of expertise, encourages/requires comments from the class,
and willingly considers alternate explanations of concepts or even questions
that other teachers would conside r to be challenges to their authority.”
Ben “I am really
very pleased the the dynamic of our group. I feel like I learned a lot
through out discussions, both about the course topics and other topics
in the public health field. I really appreciate and value each of my fellow
group members opinions. Overall, this educational experience was very
pleasant.” “Good response
time to any emails I sent with questions. Internet learning is very effective
by incooporating the discussion forums. I feel like I am in a real classroom
with my peers!” Stela “[My teaching
assistant] is by far one of the best TA's I 've learned from since my
time at UNC. [S/he] has the ability to articulate clearly fine points
of knowledge via email, a skill which surpasses normal face-to-face communication.
The dialogue was consistently stimulating and enjoyable; I am most appreciative
of the opportunity to learn this material from Yan, Vic and my classmates.”
“[My teaching
assistant] has been an excellent TA. The feedback from both the TA and
Dr. Schoenbach has been extremely helpful and always timely. Thank you
both!” Marylee “I really enjoyed
the discussion forums. They helped me with case studies and gave me a
chance to use what I learned from lectures in great discussions with others.”
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