The start of a new year is often met with excitement, while the start of a new semester has its fair share of stress for both students and faculty. Whether you’re hitting the books or leading the class, finding ways to manage stress is crucial for a successful and positive academic experience. Here are some …
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Tackling Online Course Retention Challenges
In the realm of higher education, the surge of online courses has presented a unique set of challenges, particularly concerning student retention. While online learning offers flexibility and accessibility, it has also unveiled significant hurdles in keeping students engaged and motivated until course completion. With distance learning set increase in the next decade it’s worth …
Benefits of promoting faculty diversity and inclusion
Diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords in higher education—they are essential for creating a rich and vibrant academic environment. In recent years, universities have made significant strides in recognizing the value of a diverse faculty. However, challenges persist, and addressing them is critical for recruiting, retaining, and supporting faculty members from all backgrounds. In …
Navigating the Challenges of Faculty Recruitment and Retention
Recruiting and retaining top-notch faculty staff is a critical challenge for universities today. The success and reputation of an institution largely depend on the quality and dedication of its faculty members. However, the competition for talented educators is fierce, and once they’re on board, retaining them can be equally challenging. Thankfully, there are strategies for …
Translating change into success: KPIs
Measuring the success of college courses after analyzing the feedback from course evaluations is incredibly important, as it allows professors to make valid improvements to their courses. The first step to measuring the success of a college course, is to understand the course objectives. Next, you should consider key performance indicators (KPIs) to establish new …
How Artificial Intelligence Can Boost Your University’s Effectiveness
Universities have increasingly embraced new technologies in the realms of academic and administrative processes. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is proving to be an effective tool to carry out complex tasks more efficiently and with greater accuracy than human intervention. While some are wary of automating certain processes, the advantages of incorporating AI to handle institutional research …
SmartEvals is empowering beyond the classroom
With college campuses undergoing a great deal of change due to the pandemic, it is important to use innovative tools to improve campus life. SmartEvals has innovative tools that can be used to evaluate beyond just classroom performance. They can also be used to measure quality of laboratory and other facilities available on campus, and …
Maximizing your Fall 2023 semester preparations
As the fall semester of 2023 is quickly approaching, professors across the nation are preparing for their students’ return. With the upcoming semester comes new challenges, opportunities, and experiences to be had by both instructors and students. It is an exciting yet overwhelming time, making thoughtful preparation the key to success. Since the climate of …
How Schools Benefit from Course Evaluations
In the dynamic landscape of higher education, ensuring effective teaching and learning experiences is paramount. To achieve this goal, educational institutions rely on various tools and strategies, one of which is the collection and analysis of course evaluation survey data. SmartEvals, a leading provider of course evaluation services to colleges and universities, plays a pivotal …
Choose Extraordinary with SmartEvals
In the ever-evolving landscape of higher education, colleges and universities are seeking innovative solutions to enhance their operations and improve student experiences. When it comes to selecting a course evaluation software provider, one name stands out: SmartEvals. Not only does SmartEvals offer cutting-edge technology, but our commitment to excellent customer service and top-notch tech support …