Candler School of Theology Cumulative Evaluations: As Instructor on Record
- COS 321: Introduction to the New Testament, I: Gospels and Acts (Summer 2014; Winter 2015; Summer 2015)
- COS 521: Introduction to the New Testament, II: Epistles and Revelation (Fall 2014; Summer 2015; Fall 2016)
- COS 511: Introduction to the New Testament, II: Exegetical Method (Summer 2014)
- Concise Greek (Spring 2014)
- Greek Reading (Fall 2013)
Quantitative Evaluations
Scale: 5 = Strongly agree… 1 = strongly
disagree
1) This course helped me understand basic ideas and principles.
Average 4.7 |
5 76% |
4 20% |
3 4% |
2 0% |
1 0% |
2) I am more interested in the subject as a result of this course.
Average 4.5 |
5 62% |
4 28% |
3 9% |
2 1% |
1 0% |
3) This course helped me appreciate and learn from views different
from my own.
Average 4.5 |
5 61% |
4 29% |
3 8% |
2 1% |
1 1% |
4) This course encouraged respect and engagement with matters of
race, gender, and class.
Average 4.1 |
5 48% |
4 23% |
3 20% |
2 3% |
1 6% |
5) The Instructor was accessible to students.
Average 4.9 |
5 95% |
4 5% |
3 0% |
2 0% |
1 0% |
6) The course motivated me to do my best work.
Average 4.6 |
5 71% |
4 24% |
3 4% |
2 1% |
1 0% |
7) The Instructor provided useful feedback on my performance
during the course.
Average 4.7 |
5 74% |
4 22% |
3 4% |
2 0% |
1 0% |
8) The course assignments were useful for learning.
Average 4.5 |
5 57% |
4 33% |
3 10% |
2 0% |
1 0% |
Student Comments
"Knows the content well. Teaches it with confidence. Brings both a love of the subject matter as well as a love of ministry of the church to teaching. I enjoyed the more rigorous pace and expertise Chris brings to this class. Not all COS instructors bring that. Use of media was strong!"
"Cares about students. Cares about their learning. Is honest, knowledgeable, and quick-witted. Is patient and respects even students who are overly vocal in disagreement."
From COS 521:
"This course helped me to look at Scripture in a new way."
"Taught me the importance of living with and understanding the text."
"His passion for the topic is evident, his respect for others and our development was apparent; he cares."
From COS 511:
"Very well informed—made difficult to understand material very understandable."
"Excellent Professor. The exegetical process had stretched me like never before."
From Concise Greek:
"Chris Holmes has a wonderful pedagogical approach. He is continually assessing how people in the class learn best to make sure everyone has an equal opportunity to learn well."
"This class has been difficult but rewarding.… Chris Holmes is a fantastic teacher! Well done, Chris!"
From Greek Reading:
"Classes were dynamic and discussions engaging. The texts were supremely well selected."
"Chris was incredible! Very approachable, quick to correct and quick to encourage. He held excellent poise and professionalism while encouraging learning."