Faculty and resident preference for two different forms of lecture evaluation.

Abstract

This study was undertaken to compare the use of 2 different lecture evaluation forms developed for obstetrics and gynecology residents to evaluate core curriculum lectures given by faculty. Content and delivery of faculty lectures were evaluated by residents using (1) a 10-question evaluation form that used a 5-point rating scale and (2) a checklist evaluation form that offered multiple options to improve lectures but provided no numerical score. Each form was used exclusively for 4 months. Faculty received feedback from both forms; then faculty and residents were surveyed regarding their preferences. A total of 384 rating scale and 398 checklist evaluation forms were completed during the study period. Residents preferred to complete the rating scale evaluation forms (67%), whereas faculty preferred feedback from the checklist evaluation forms (62%). Faculty were more likely to plan changes to their lecture format with feedback from the checklist evaluation forms (75% vs 25%, P = .031). Although devoid of structured positive feedback, the checklist lecture evaluation form was preferred by faculty.