Table 2 Examples of Course Strengths Identified by Instructors and Related ChatGPT Findings
From: Exploring the use of ChatGPT to analyze student course evaluation comments
Example Strength (I): What were 5 strengths of your course from the student perspective? | Example Strength (Chat1): What were 5 strengths of my course from the student perspective? | Example Strength (Chat2): I am a professor at a pharmacy school teaching a [Course Title] course. What were the 5 strengths of this course from the student perspective? |
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Focused on learning | Students appreciated your ability to explain topics clearly, use relevant examples, and provide practice opportunities that facilitated their learning. | The professor was highly praised for their teaching style, explanations, and use of relevant examples. Students appreciated how the material was presented in a way that facilitated their learning. |
Technology-free zone activities | Students appreciated designated times without technology and enjoyed engaging in drawing exercises, which raised the mood and created a positive learning environment. | Students appreciated the interactive nature of the course, including team-based activities, technology-free zones, and drawing exercises. These activities helped to reinforce the course content and promote active learning. |
Hands on learning | Students valued the hands-on learning experiences in the course, particularly the opportunities to practice patient interactions and work with medical devices. They felt that these experiences improved their confidence and preparedness for real-world patient care. | The course provides hands-on experience and practical skills that are directly applicable to patient care, preparing students for real-world interactions. |
Course structure– pre-class learning with in-class activities | The course was praised for its clear expectations and well-structured organization. Students found the course to be well-paced, with clear module information and building blocks of content, which helped them stay on track and understand the material effectively. | Students praised the organization and structure of the course, with clear learning objectives and expectations. The course’s design allowed students to focus on key topics and understand the course load for future classes. |
No theme identified about instructor flexibility and kindness | Flexibility and kindness towards students | Flexibility and understanding towards students’ needs and stress levels |