An exploratory analysis of major dropdowns in Student Evaluation of Teaching ratings in higher education

We present an exploratory study of Student Evaluation Teaching (SET) surveys that focused on analyzing the major dropdowns sometimes occur in SET scores those university teachers who teach same subject for at least two consecutive years. Specifically, purpose this was to identify survey items associated with teacher evaluations. The sample comprised ratings from one Spanish University over five years, a total 2,284 different teacher-subject pairs under analysis. 5% percentile differences between and years used as cut-off point dropdowns. Frequency tables were results highlighted related teaching methodology most teachers’ ratings. In particular, item concerning compliance class schedules showed highest frequency occurrence. Beyond specific obtained or which may take place, we discuss importance incorporating analysis reports future.