Course Response Rate
| Raters | Students |
|---|---|
| Responded | 7 |
| Invited | 7 |
| Response Ratio | 100% |
Course General Questions
| Count | Excellent | Very Good | Good | Fair | Unsatisfactory | Course Mean | FAS Mean | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evaluate the course overall. | 7 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 5.00 | 4.24 |
| Course materials (readings, audio-visual materials, textbooks, lab manuals, website, etc.) | 7 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 5.00 | 4.21 |
| Assignments (exams, essays, problem sets, language homework, etc.) | 7 | 86% | 14% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 4.86 | 4.10 |
| Feedback you received on work you produced in this course | 7 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 5.00 | 4.10 |
| Section component of the course | 1 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 5.00 | 4.26 |
General Instructor Questions
| Count | Excellent | Very Good | Good | Fair | Unsatisfactory | Instructor Mean | FAS Mean | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evaluate your Instructor overall. | 7 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 5.00 | 4.50 |
| Gives effective lectures or presentations, if applicable | 7 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 5.00 | 4.41 |
| Is accessible outside of class (including after class, office hours, e-mail, etc.) | 7 | 86% | 0% | 14% | 0% | 0% | 4.71 | 4.45 |
| Generates enthusiasm for the subject matter | 7 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 5.00 | 4.57 |
| Facilitates discussion and encourages participation | 7 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 5.00 | 4.55 |
| Gives useful feedback on assignments | 7 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 5.00 | 4.49 |
| Returns assignments in a timely fashion | 7 | 86% | 14% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 4.86 | 4.46 |
On average, how many hours per week did you spend on coursework outside of class? Enter a whole number between 0 and 168.
Frequency chart and mean excludes students who answered 31 or more hours.
On average, how many hours per week did you spend on coursework outside of class? Enter a whole number between 0 and 168.
| Statistics | Value |
|---|---|
| Response Count | 7 |
| Response Ratio | 100% |
| Mean | 4.43 |
| Median | 4.00 |
| Mode | 4 |
| Standard Deviation | 1.72 |
How strongly would you recommend this course to your peers?
How strongly would you recommend this course to your peers?
| Options | Score | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recommend with Enthusiasm | 5 | 7 | 100% |
| Likely to Recommend | 4 | 0 | 0% |
| Recommend with Reservations | 3 | 0 | 0% |
| Unlikely to Recommend | 2 | 0 | 0% |
| Definitely not Recommend | 1 | 0 | 0% |
| Statistics | Value |
|---|---|
| Response Ratio | 100% |
| Mean | 5.00 |
| Median | 5.00 |
| Standard Deviation | 0.00 |
What was/were your reason(s) for enrolling in this course? (Please check all that apply)
| Options | Count |
|---|---|
| Elective | 7 |
| Concentration or Department Requirement | 1 |
| Secondary Field or Language Citation Requirement | 0 |
| Undergraduate General Education Requirement | 0 |
| Expository Writing Requirement | 0 |
| Foreign Language Requirement | 0 |
| Pre-Med Requirement | 0 |
| Divisional Distribution Requirement | 0 |
| Quantitative Reasoning with Data Requirement | 0 |
In this course, most students listen attentively with an open mind and a willingness to change their point of view as they learn more about the topic.
In this course, most students listen attentively with an open mind and a willingness to change their point of view as they learn more about the topic.
| Options | Score | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strongly Agree | 5 | 7 | 100% |
| Agree | 4 | 0 | 0% |
| Neither Agree nor Disagree | 3 | 0 | 0% |
| Disagree | 2 | 0 | 0% |
| Strongly Disagree | 1 | 0 | 0% |
| Statistics | Value |
|---|---|
| Response Ratio | 100% |
| Mean | 5.00 |
| Median | 5.00 |
| Standard Deviation | 0.00 |
In this course (including sections), I feel comfortable expressing my views on controversial topics.
In this course (including sections), I feel comfortable expressing my views on controversial topics.
| Options | Score | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strongly Agree | 5 | 7 | 100% |
| Agree | 4 | 0 | 0% |
| Neither Agree nor Disagree | 3 | 0 | 0% |
| Disagree | 2 | 0 | 0% |
| Strongly Disagree | 1 | 0 | 0% |
| Statistics | Value |
|---|---|
| Response Ratio | 100% |
| Mean | 5.00 |
| Median | 5.00 |
| Standard Deviation | 0.00 |
Comments from students
What would you like to tell future students about this class? (Your response to this question may be published anonymously.)
| Comments |
|---|
| TAKE THIS CLASS! The best course I have taken at Harvard. Politics of Paradise offers an incredibly engaging and thoughtful exploration of tourism, colonialism, and the erasure of indigenous and local perspectives. The readings and lectures were consistently captivating, and the experiential learning component, with its mini excursions, brought the material to life in ways I never expected. This course fundamentally shifted how I think about Latin America and the Caribbean, encouraging me to critically examine the complexities of these regions and the forces that shape their narratives. The weekly discussion posts were a highlight—this was the first time I genuinely looked forward to reading my classmates’ contributions, as they always added depth to the topics we explored. Professor Henry’s teaching approach was exceptional. Her dedication and enthusiasm made every class feel collaborative and inspiring. Thanks to her, I will NEVER look at the word "Paradise" the same. I cannot recommend this course enough—it’s rigorous, eye–opening, and transformative. |
| Take it! it's great and the professor is really engaging. The courseload is very manageable as well. |
| Please take this class! It completely changed my perception of the tourism industry. Professor Henry is an amazing instructor, and I thoroughly enjoyed being part of this course. The readings for this class are not too heavy and are also quite enjoyable. |
| I would recommend this course to anyone even remotely interested in the themes of Latin America, tourism, and/or Black, Indigenous, and other racialized populations! The course covers a broad range of case studies and types of tourism, allowing students to gain a comprehensive understanding of the implications and impacts of traveling to other places, and what it means for both locals and tourists alike. Professor Henry fosters such an engaging, comfortable environment in the course and her passion for the topic consistently shines through. I 100% believe that everyone could benefit from the lessons taught in this course! |
| If you are considering taking this course, you absolutely should! The workload is very manageable, and I have learned so much! We engage with such trailblazing authors, and the reading list is great. If this class has taught me anything, it has been to question the notions of "paradise" and analyze the tourism industry from all angles. |
| Come to class ready to engage in fun and thoughtful discussion related to the readings. There is an also a creative final project that allows you to expand upon the topics you learn throughout the semester and display to classmates for finals week. Don’t limit yourself and give enough time! |