Thank you for participating in Syracuse University Library's instruction program, also known as TRAILS. We are committed to providing high quality instructional services to assist your students in developing critical research skills. Please share your feedback on your experiences with your recent instruction session(s). Your input will assist us in further developing our services to better meet your needs.

Name:
E-mail Address:
Session Date(s):

Course Name/Number:

Librarian Name(s):

Session Type (Check as many as apply):

Introductory (general Library orientation)

Library Resources and Services (focus on core Library research tools and services)

Database Searching (workshops on online Library research databases)

Research Process (instruction on critical research skills)

Subject-Specific Collections (focus on subject area or specific Library facility)

Other:

Please indicate your response to each statement below by checking the appropriate box.

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Disagree	Strongly Disagree	N/A or Not Sure
1. The session met my expectations.
2. The session focused on skills that are relevant to current course assignments.
3. The session instructor was clear in explaining concepts.
4. Instructional materials (e.g., handouts, web pages, etc.) were useful.
5. Instructional activities (e.g., discussions, planned searching exercises, etc.) were appropriate.
6. In general, students are more prepared to conduct research for class assignments as a result of this session.
7. If there was hands-on computer time, I believe that students found the activities useful.

Open-Ended Questions

1. Please comment on the physical environment of the session (e.g., room, equipment, etc.):

 

2. Please share any general comments or specific suggestions regarding this or other Library instruction sessions:

3. Please share any comments regarding the instruction scheduling process or the TRAILS web site (library.syr.edu/instruction/trails):

4. What, if any, topics should be added to the TRAILS Menu (library.syr.edu/instruction/trails/trailsmenurev1.html) in order to better meet your needs:

5. Would you like to schedule a follow-up session this semester to teach students new skills or reinforce skills taught in previous sessions?

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Thank you for your helpful feedback. Feel free to contact Abby Kasowitz-Scheer, Head of Instructional Services (askasowi@syr.edu or 443-1943), with any questions.