3.5 General feeling that knowledge of hydrology has improved … but more is needed

4.0 3.8 3.6 These objectives well met generally 3.4 3.6 Indicates need for some additional hydrograph analysis review Indicates need to still finish Rainfall-Runoff processes

Indicates further probability and statistics review needed 2.9 Indicates further probability and statistics review needed Don’t stress over the challenges of probability plotting, focus on the principles Description of inherently random quantities using probability and probability distributions Commonly used probability distributions in hydrology (Normal, Log Normal, Log Pearson type III – these are just different formulas for bell like shaped curves) Moments of distributions (mean, std deviation etc). Fitting a distribution by matching the moments from the data Empirical probabilities directly from the data Calculating probability and return period associated with hydrologic events

These are “reach” objectives involving real world applications. 2.7 Hard judgment skills to learn – but important. Will try reduce pace to give time for reflection and discussion that builds these skills 3.1

Learning tool effectiveness 3.9 3.8 3.7 Active learning seems most effective 3.4 3.2 2.4

Likes (illustrative sample) I love the subject matter. I want to go into hydrology 2:00 stretch – Genius! Learning how to use new software and understanding theory behind them Homework in local context PowerPoints posted Notes posted online with solutions to the homeworks. It helps correct my errors and still learn the material Using HEC-HMS has been beneficial. Also using Excel has been a helpful tool Although I don't really like it, learning to use different software is good for me Learning to manipulate/analyze data through Excel+HEC-HMS So far, the online modules have been my favorite. Makes it easier to visualize the concepts

Dislikes (illustrative sample) PowerPoints (multiple) Homework (multiple) – too long, frustrating, boring, too hard, confusing, repetitive, calculations complicated and involved Probability and statistics The hydrology book isn't very clear in many aspects Test score It seems that many of the things we discuss I still don't learn completely, so the complexity of the concepts Excel spreadsheets. Long. Hard to follow and understand. Confusing. Future use unclear. I don't really learn anything by doing the assignments because they are all in Excel, which we can't use on the test anyway Lectures I hear you and intend to work on Fewer PowerPoints Greater clarity in examples and calculations Careful design of homeworks to optimize learning

Suggestions and comments (illustrative sample) On Lectures More written on white board, less powerpoint (multiple) More in class examples (multiple) Get class more involved in the discussion - interaction Slow down on examples Spend more time teaching fundamental theory and methods of problem solving rather than use a ready prepared Excel spreadsheet Break down the concepts more. Use different ways to visualize the concepts. Spend less time showing how to work out the homework. On Homework Less homework Sometimes homeworks are repetitive Repetition is the key here. I need much repetition. The homework is challenging and helps me learn the material I really only learned how to do stuff after I did the homework Cover homework in class more thoroughly As long as they are used to prepare for the tests then is OK. The software ones are too long and we are not tested on them (are they important) Thanks – I will try Balancing act Most learning actually occurs by doing vs Your time is precious Teach for real life or teach for a test?

Suggestions and comments (illustrative sample) On Work Better explain HEC HMS. More training in HEC-HMS. You assumed we began with a greater understanding than we did Put up your class note the day before class so we can print them off at home before hand Lighten the load I work and try and do my best and I still end up with a D on the homework. It has just been frustrating. More help sessions More computer interaction and computers for tests On Grading First test was OK. I am scared for the second test More time for tests. Some professors have evening tests where have 2 hours for one hour exam. Alleviates some stress Greater weight on homeworks towards the grade. Drop lower grade. Other The class needs more explosions One thing that I don't know how do to very well is use macro's in Excel, so if you had tutorials you could post about them, it would be beneficial

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