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Abstract
A form for student evaluation of instructional effectiveness was developed and evaluated. The form included two sections: (1) an 18-item section designed to evaluate each of six dimensions of instruction, and (2) an 8-item section designed to assess course outcomes. Analysis of 1382 completed forms from 66 sections of 25 different types of lifetime sports classes demonstrated: (1) alpha coefficients of five of the six scales representing the dimensions of instruction ranged from .68 to .83; (2) ratings on instructional methods were predictive of satisfaction with the instructor and course, but none were predictive of progress toward course objectives (participation, competence and attitude); and (3) enthusiasm for the subject matter, and sensitivity to class progress were most predictive of course outcomes. Followup questionnaires from students who had been enrolled in highly rated classes yielded significantly higher scores on participation and teaching activity levels as well as satisfaction with the course and instructor than questionnaires from those who had been enrolled in low rated classes. Potential for elimination of items to develop a shorter survey form was explored.