Class Feedback Form
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First Name
Last Name
E-Mail Address
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Class Type
Climbing Class (AR, ASI, BCEP, E-BCEP, ICS)
Expedition
First Aid
Skiing Class (Nordic, Ski Mountaineering)
Skill Builder
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Class
Ice Climbing Skill Builder
E-BCEP
Anchor Skill Builder
AR
ASI
BCEP
Crevasse Rescue
Expedition
First Aid - MFA
ICS - Full Class (2010/2011 only)
ICS - Rock Session (Fall)
ICS - Snow Session (Spring)
Learn to Belay
Navigation Skill Builder
Nordic
Rock Review
Ski Mountaineering
Snow Camping Skill Builder
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Year
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Team Leader
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Select the one option below that best describes the amount of the course you completed.
0 - 25%
25 - 50%
50 - 75%
75 - 99%
100%
Course Graduate
Please use the following scale for the next questions:
(1 = Strongly Disagree, 2 = Disagree, 3 = Neither Agree/Disagree, 4 = Agree, 5 = Strongly Agree,
6 = N/A - Not applicable)
Please read before completing.
We are using the following terminology in this form -
Coordinator:
This applies to the coordinator that is running the class. You may or may not have had interactions with this person. If you never interacted with the person, please select n/a.
Instructor:
This would apply to the main class instructor that you worked with for the entirety of your class. For BCEP that would mean your team leader, for ICS the leaders that you worked with at your field sessions, for skill builders the person who led the class, etc...
Assistant(s)
: This would apply to the rest of the volunteer instructors that assisted you during the class.
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Use this section to evaluate the variety of instructors, assistants, and coordinators that you worked with during your class.
1. Strongly Disagree
2. Disagree
3. Neither Agree/Disagree
4. Agree
5. Strongly Agree
6. n/a
1. My class coordinator was an effective communicator.
2. My class coordinator was approachable for my questions/problems.
3. My class coordinator worked well with the class instructors & assistants.
4. My class coordinator was organized.
5. My instructor effectively communicated to both myself and the team to maximize learning.
6. My instructor had extensive knowledge of the subject matter.
7. My instructor was/were disorganized.
8. My instructor was/were able to give individual attention when needed.
9. My instructor was/were able to work well with the assistants.
10. The assistants effectively communicated to both myself and the team to maximize learning.
11. The assistants had extensive knowledge of the subject matter.
12. The assistants were organized.
13. The assistants were able to give individual attention when needed.
14. The assistants were able to work well with the class instructor.
Tell us anything additional about the instructors and instruction that you received in your class.
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Overall Learning Materials
1. Strongly Disagree
2. Disagree
3. Neither Agree/Disagree
4. Agree
5. Strongly Agree
6. N/A
1. I found all learning materials to complement each other. (student handbook, Freedom of the Hills, videos, lectures, breakout sessions, field sessions)
2. The student handbook most prepared me for field sessions.
3. The videos most prepared me for field sessions.
4. The breakout sessions most prepared me for field sessions.
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Lecture Series
1. Strongly Disagree
2. Disagree
3. Neither Agree/Disagree
4. Agree
5. Strongly Agree
6. N/A
1. The lecture series facilities were appropriate for their purpose.
2. The lecture series presenters were knowledgeable in the content/subject matter.
3. Each lecture in the series seemed appropriate.
Tell us anything additional about lectures.
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Breakout sessions or hands-on practice during lecture (other classes)
1. Strongly Disagree
2. Disagree
3. Neither Agree/Disagree
4. Agree
5. Strongly Agree
6. N/A
1. My Leader(s) were knowledgeable on the subject matter.
2. The breakout sessions were an effective method of facilitating new material.
3. The sessions provided ample opportunity for practicing the skills previously learned.
Tell us anything additional about breakout sessions.
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Videos
1. Strongly Disagree
2. Disagree
3. Neither Agree/Disagree
4. Agree
5. Strongly Agree
6. N/A
1. I watched all of the videos.
2. The videos reinforced what was covered during the lecture(s) and breakout sessions.
3. The videos provided ample opportunity for practicing the required skills.
4. I would review videos when preparing for a future climb.
Tell us anything additional about vidoes you viewed.
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Field Sessions (MMC/Snow/Horsethief Butte)
1. Strongly Disagree
2. Disagree
3. Neither Agree/Disagree
4. Agree
5. Strongly Agree
6. N/A
1. The sessions provided ample opportunity for practicing skills (objectives).
2. The expectations for the sessions were not clearly outlined before hand.
3. During the sessions, communication/messages were consistent among instructor(s) and assistants.
4. The session prospectuses provided were useful in preparing for the session.
5. The sessions were structured, organized and safe.
6. The sessions provided adequate instruction in the use of the equipment use for this class.
7. The sessions provided opportunities to try different pieces of equipment reviewed during the class.
Tell us anything additional about the field sessions in your class.
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Tell us about your experience level upon entering the class
None - complete novice in this subject
Little Experience
Some Experience
High Level of Experience
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How would you describe your experience level upon exiting the class
None - complete novice in the subject
Little Experience
Some Experience
High Level of Experience
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BCEP Skills Taught
Comfort Level Post-Class
Did you learn what you wanted about this particular skill?
Do you feel the skill was well taught?
Do you feel there was enough time spent on this skill?
Very
Average
None
Yes
Sort of
No
Yes
Sort of
No
Yes
Sort of
No
Hiking
Ice Ax Usage
Crampon Techniques
Self-Arrest
Rope Team Travel
Knots
Belaying
Rappelling
Fixed Line Travel
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ICS Rock Skills Taught
Comfort Level Post-Class
Did you learn what you wanted about this particular skill?
Do you feel the skill was well taught?
Do you feel there was enough time spent on this skill?
Very
Average
None
Yes
Sort of
No
Yes
Sort of
No
Yes
Sort of
No
Knots
Hanging Belay with rope management
Lead Belaying
Converting top rope to rappel
Building anchors
Escape the belay
Rappelling
Rappel past a knot
Climbing 5th class rock
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ICS Snow Skills Taught
Comfort Level Post-Class
Did you learn what you wanted about this particular skill?
Do you feel the skill was well taught?
Do you feel there was enough time spent on this skill?
Very
Average
None
Yes
Sort of
No
Yes
Sort of
No
Yes
Sort of
No
Divide, setup for glacier travel with kiwi coils
Belay climber in and out
Navigate crevasses
Anchors, deadman, vertical, sierra vertical
Setup a Z in under 5 min
Team of 3 full crevasses rescue
High angle team of 3, fixed line, vertical and traversing,
Avy awareness
Go no go
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ASI Skills Taught
Comfort Level Post-Class
Did you learn what you wanted about this particular skill?
Do you feel the skill was well taught?
Do you feel there was enough time spent on this skill?
Very
Average
None
Yes
Sort of
No
Yes
Sort of
No
Yes
Sort of
No
Alpine Snow Climbing movement and technique
Ice climbing movement and technique
Anchors & anchor placement
Steep snow climbing and rope-work
Vertical ice climbing technique
Introduction to alpine ice leading
Multi-pitch alpine ice climbing
Small-team High Angle Rescue Techniques
Crevasse rescue and MAS systems
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How would you describe your comfort level with the ICS class skills upon exiting the class?
Uncomfortable - I feel like I need more practice before doing any climbing
Somewhat comfortable - I am ready to climb, but only want to do so with a climb leader as a team member
Moderately comfortable - I feel ready to tackle more challenging climbs with a climb leader while taking on a some responsibility
More than moderately comfortable - I feel ready tackle more challenging climbs with someone more knowledgeable than me and practice leadership skills
Very comfortable - I am ready to go out and climb on my own with other class grads
Is there anything you would like to see added to or removed from the class? Why?
Class Duration and Activities: Answer the following questions regarding scheduling, activites, and class duration.
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Please let us know what additional sessions your leader scheduled (check all that apply)
No activities other than those were scheduled
Introductory Potluck
Hike before the first lecture
Knot & Belay Session
Gear Night at Climb Max (or other gear shop)
Glacier Travel Indoor Session
Climb Night at a local climbing gym
An overnight at Mazama Lodge
A snow hike such as to the Top of the Palmer, Illumination Saddle, the base of Crater Rock or other location on Mt. Hood
A campout before or after the Horsethief Butte session
Additional Hikes
Were there other activities scheduled by your leader other than those mentioned above? Please tell us about them here.
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Tell us about the class schedule/activities
Too little/Too short
Just Right
Too much/Too long
Required Class Activities
Optional Class Activities
Class Time frame
Social Activities
If you would like to expand on your thoughts about the class schedule, use this space:
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Please tell us what you think of the costs associated with the class
Too low
Just right
Too high
N/A
Class tuition
Required gear you needed to purchase
Transportation
Overnight stays (Mazama lodge; camping fees)
Social aspects (potlucks, eating out, beer)
If you would like to talk more about the class costs, please use this section
Do you see yourself volunteering to help out with this class or other Mazama classes in the future?
Yes
No
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Overall Program
: How would you rate this class?
Poor
Average
Good
Excellent
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Would you recommend this class to a friend?
Yes
No
Why or why not?
If there is any additional information you would like to provide about this class, please do so here.
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