The holiday season is upon us, and that means campus life transforms in a whirlwind of excitement, stress, and everything in between. Between final exams, end-of-semester projects, and the faint jingling of festive music wafting through the library, it’s easy to see that students, faculty, and staff are all trying to balance two key things: …
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The Power of Automation in Course Evaluations
Course evaluations are a vital part of higher education, helping instructors and administrators gather the insights they need to improve courses and enhance the student learning experience. But let’s face it—managing evaluations manually can be a time-consuming and stressful process. Thankfully, automation has transformed how universities handle course evaluations, offering a more efficient, cost-effective, and …
The Season of Gratitude: Appreciating Professors and Students Through Course Evaluations
As the season of Thanksgiving approaches, we’re reminded of the importance of gratitude—showing appreciation for the people and experiences that shape our lives. On university campuses, this time of year aligns perfectly with course evaluation season, offering a unique opportunity for both students and professors to express their gratitude for each other’s contributions to the …
Minimizing Stress During Course Evaluation Season
Course evaluation season often feels like a whirlwind. There’s a lot at stake for everyone—administrators juggling logistics, professors anticipating feedback, and students fitting evaluations into already packed schedules. But what if it didn’t have to be so stressful? With a little planning, clear communication, and thoughtful participation, the entire process can be smoother and more …
Beyond Support: How SmartEvals Helps Universities Maximize the Value of Course Evaluations
When it comes to getting the most from your course evaluations, gathering student feedback is only part of the equation. To truly enhance teaching and improve student satisfaction, universities need to effectively interpret and act on the data collected from those course evaluations. While SmartEvals is known for delivering exceptional customer support, we go far …
SmartEvals Delivers Unmatched Customer Support
In higher education, universities and colleges rely on streamlined processes to collect valuable student feedback through course evaluations. While having a powerful evaluation platform is crucial, the quality of customer support is just as important. Real-time, human customer support can make or break the user experience for institutions. When technical issues arise or assistance is …
SmartEvals Integration with Blackboard, Canvas, Moodle, and Brightspace
At SmartEvals, we understand that the success of course evaluations depends not only on the quality of the feedback collected but also on how seamlessly the evaluation process integrates into the day-to-day lives of students and instructors. That’s why SmartEvals is built to integrate flawlessly with all major Learning Management Systems (LMS) used by universities, …
More Than Just Savings: The Long-Term Value of Choosing SmartEvals for Your Course Evaluations
Budgets are always a concern in higher education. Making cost-effective decisions is essential to keeping institutions running smoothly. In our last post, we discussed how SmartEvals’ modest annual price increase of just 3.5% can help universities avoid the steep hikes (up to 10%) imposed by other course evaluation providers. But there’s more to the story …
Keeping Course Evaluation Costs Low with Just 3.5% Annual Price Increases
In the world of higher education, budgets are tight, and every dollar counts. Whether you’re funding student programs, updating campus technology, or maintaining facilities, the last thing you want to worry about is a sudden jump in the cost of essential services. For many universities, course evaluation platforms are critical tools for ensuring teaching quality …
How to Use Course Evaluation Data to Drive Academic Improvement
Course evaluations are a critical tool for universities to gather feedback and insights from students. However, collecting this data is only the first step. The real value comes from analyzing the results and using them to make meaningful improvements to courses, teaching practices, and overall student engagement. In this blog, we’ll explore how universities can …