1. 3.5
General feeling that knowledge of hydrology has improved … but more is needed

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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?

9. 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

10. Clicker
Weak leaning towards Clicker
“Do whatever you want”