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Jacobs, Lucy Cheser; And Others – 1978
The purpose of the study was to investigate grading patterns at Indiana University at two points in time to ascertain whether or not grade inflation had occurred. Grades were compared in classes that were taught by the same professors and were of the same size in 1970-71 and 1975-76. The ability level of the students was statistically controlled.…
Descriptors: Academic Ability, College Faculty, College Instruction, Grade Inflation
Jacobs, Lucy Cheser – 1981
Perceptions of a sample of professors at Indiana University concerning the competencies of freshman students in the basic skills of reading, writing, mathematics, and study skills were investigated. Interviews were conducted with 77 professors who teach lower division courses. Results were tabulated for the total group and separately for the three…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, College Faculty, College Freshmen, Competence
Jacobs, Lucy Cheser – 1987
This study surveyed faculty and students of Indiana University to ascertain their attitudes toward the evaluation of faculty by means of student ratings. Questionnaires were mailed to 200 faculty members, and 510 students were surveyed in classes. Results included the following: (1) faculty expressed generally favorable attitudes toward the use of…
Descriptors: College Faculty, College Students, Course Evaluation, Faculty Evaluation
