Horticulture Course Feedback Form [vc_row padding_top=”0px” padding_bottom=”0px”][vc_column fade_animation_offset=”45px” width=”1/1″]Step 1 of 714%THANK YOU for being part of our course.This form is asking you to provide any constructive feedback you are prepared to give. Whilst we always appreciate positive feedback, it’s just as important to know where we can improve. When giving feedback, please be as constructive and as detailed as possible. Whilst “it was great” warms the heart, we don’t know why you felt it was great. Conversely, “didn’t meet my expectations” doesn’t tell us where we could improve.We take your feedback very seriously and act upon honest and constructive feedback in an effort to improve what we do. Your comments can remain anonymous if you wish, but if you provide opportunities for improvement or a complaint, we do ask you to provide your name and contact details, then we are able to inform you of the improvements to our systems.Again, thank you for being part of the course. If you have any questions, or if there is anything else we can help with, please do not hesitate to contact us at courses@globalnetacademy.edu.au NameThis field is optional. You can remain anonymous if you want. First Last EmailThis field is optional. You can remain anonymous if you want. What course were you enrolled in?*Please choose a courseChainsaw CourseChemicals CourseStepping into Rural SkillsStepping further into Rural SkillsMoonah - Stepping into GardensIn general, what did you think of the classroom sessions?(e.g. Was the teaching delivery suited to your learning style? Were you able to understand the content? Was the teacher approachable? Were you given time to ask questions or resolve any problems? Was the classroom environment well set up?)Practical SessionsIn general, what did you think of the practical sessions?Did you feel that you were able to put into practice what you were learning in the classroom?; Did the practical sessions help you understand and learn more about the subject? Was it enjoyable to work in these locations?What could be improved about the practical sessions (if anything)Do you feel the course has improved your practical skills Yes NoResourcesSometimes we may provide students with handouts and references to text books. These questions ask you about the handouts and text books if there were any.HandoutsStrongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agreeNAI found the handouts usefulHandouts supported the sessionsThere were enough handouts to support my learningHandouts were available if I missed a sessionDid you need to access textbooks as part of the course and your studies?* Yes NoTextbooksStrongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agreeNAI found the textbooks usefulTextbooks supported the courseThere were enough textbooks to support my learningTextbooks were available if I missed a sessionAre there areas where we could improve the texts and handouts? Yes NoIf you have identified areas in relation to texts and handouts that could be improved, please give your reasons belowDid the course have a Facebook group or page?* Yes No UnsureFacebookStrongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agreeThe Facebook page / group was useful in asking questions and getting answersThe Facebook page / group helped keep me informed of course informationThe Facebook page / group helped create a better group learning environmentI checked the Facebook page / group regularlyWould you have used a Facebook page / group if the course had one? Yes NoDid the course have an online system for downloading and uploading assessments?*From time to time, GlobalNet uses it's online learning area at https://learn.globalnetacademy.edu.au to support students in being able to access assessment tools and download presentations and assessments. Yes No UnsureThe online learning areaStrongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agreeThe online learning area was easy to accessI was able to download my assessments from the online learning area easilyI was able to upload my completed assessments into the online learning area easilyOverall, I felt that the online learning area contributed positively to the courseWould you have used an online system for downloading and uploading assessments if the course had one? Yes NoAssessmentWe would like your feedback in relation to assessment. There is the opportunity to provide further details below. If you identify areas of improvement, please provide your reasons in the space below.Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agreeI was given enough time to prepare for assessmentI was provided with clear information about the assessment requirements for the courseI was given adequate feedback about my assessmentsOverall, I was satisfied with the quality of the assessmentDo you have any other comments relating to assessments?Course StructureWe would like your thoughts about the structure of the course. Please answer the questions below in relation to the organisation, pace and workload of the course.Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agreeThe course was logically set outThe course was well pacedThe course workload was manageableThe course was well organisedDo you have any other comments about the course structure?Would you like to go on a register of people who have completed Horticulture qualifications and are looking for work in the Horticulture industry? Yes NoEmail*You have chosen to go our our register of people who have completed qualifications and would like work in the industry. Please complete this email field so we can send you information about the register Are there any ways in which GlobalNet might be able to support your future employment, education and training Yes No MaybePlease provide a little detail about how we can support your future employment, education and trainingWhen you first joined the course, what were your reasons for wanting to take part in the program? Please mark all that are appropriate To help get employment As a requirement of receiving a Centrelink payment To help me in my job at the time To help me start up and/or develop a business of my own To improve my horticulture skills To improve my health To make new friends As something new to do and/or to keep my mind occupied As something to do OtherWhat was your "other" reason for joining the Growing Step-by-Step programDo you feel you gained any employment outcomes from taking part in the course?Please choose from the list below. You can choose more than one. I gained useful work experience I gained employment in a horticulture related job I gained employment in a job that was not horticulture related but I believe that being part of the program contributed to my getting the job. I gained additional hours in a job I already had I started a business as a result of taking part in the program I expanded a business I was already involved in Other I feel I did not gain any employment outcomesWhat "other" employment outcomes do you believe you gained because of the program?Why do you believe you have not had any employment outcomes as part of the course I am not looking for work I already had employment and taking part in the program has not changed this I am looking for work in the horticulture industry but there aren't any jobs I am looking for work in the horticulture industry but the skills I learned aren't relevant OtherOverall Please answer the following questions regarding the course overall. In the comments section please be as specific as possible in order to help us understand where the course can improve and what areas you think the course was effective.Strongly disagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly agreeThe aims of the course were clear to meI was given helpful feedback on how I was going in the course.The course was challenging and interesting.The course provided effective opportunities for me to participate in learning activitiesThe course was effective for developing my thinking skills (e.g. critical analysis, problem solving).I understood what the course costs were, how I could provide feedback and how I could appeal or make a complaint if I needed toThe best thing(s) about the course wereThe thing(s) that can be improved wereI would recommend this course to others Yes NoGeneral CommentsWe would appreciate any general comments and/or your experiences while doing the course – your experiences are particularly important to us (e.g. one young mother told how the course helped her gain confidence in groups - she also organized and developed areas of her own property and expressed how her children were proud of her and offered do her “homework”) ALSO, if you would recommend this course to others, we would love any testimonial about the course that you could provide if you feel comfortable doing so. We would use these to promote courses.NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. [/vc_column][/vc_row]
