Teaching Quality and Impact
Students at UQ consistently rate my teaching highly (average 4.3 out of 5). These ratings have increased over time, with my most recent rating being 4.7 out of 5. The ratings in PNG courses also high (averaging 4.7 out of 5) and for the just completed Philippines course, I received a ranking of 4.8 out of 5. Student feedback received through the UQ teacher evaluation system shows that students appreciate the efforts I make to engage them and to explain complex issues in accessible ways. Comments included:
- Was passionate about what she was talking about and communicated her ideas clearly and effectively.
- Her openness, knowledge base. Willingness to collaborate and discuss any aspect of the course you were having trouble with/had ideas for.
- Very knowledgeable and was able to explain complex issues in a way that helped me to understand the course material. She was also very approachable and helpful in answering questions.
- … encouraged everyone to participate, and valued any contribution, even if it was just a small input. This helped me to develop my ideas.
Students frequently make favourable comments about the features they appreciated in my courses:
- This was one of the most practical and interesting courses across my degree. I wanted to say thank you for your engaging teaching and content. I ope to apply what you have taught in a policy career.
- The practical work experience that was drawn upon while teaching this course. I enjoyed the rational perspective and how multiple sides of the coin for contemporary issues were explored.
- I loved how organised the course structure and outline was. All the resources were available for us, along with ample guidelines to doing well in the essay and understanding content. I enjoyed Prue's lectures, and made an effort to come into uni to be present in the lectures.
- The lecture slides are fantastic and full of relevant resources for further study. Also, I must add that what I have learnt in this course has already helped me immensely with my other courses, and I think there should be more subjects relating to understanding social science/political research critically.
- Great coordinator. Always replied quickly to emails. Was extremely helpful and one of the best I've had.