Comparison
Block vs semester units in course evaluation
A comparison for programme directors and quality staff planning course evaluation in block or intensive teaching. Loton, Stein, Parker and Weaven (2022) found that the block model at Victoria University raised performance substantially while satisfaction changed little, with teaching satisfaction up and course satisfaction down. Block units need different timing, shorter evaluations and separate questions on teaching and unit design. Koji supports short interview-based evaluations for each unit.
What's in this comparison
Semester units
- Evaluation can run in the last weeks with time to spare
- About four units a year, so fewer requests
- Students rate twelve weeks of experience
- A single overall score can hide what changed
Block units
- The last week is often assessment, so pick a fixed point
- Up to eight units a year, so keep evaluations short
- Students rate a few intensive weeks
- Ask about teaching and unit design separately
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