Learn - How to make evaluation forms better

In this article, we'll explore key aspects to keep in mind when you're looking to improve your current evaluation forms or create new ones.

This will help you think about what you want to achieve with evaluation forms and, in turn, make it easier to use the results to make better decisions for the future

Use familiar ratings

When making your forms, think about using star ratings and simple questions that are easy to understand, like 'How much did you like it?' or 'Was it helpful?'

Over time, you'll be able to see how much learners like different learning materials by comparing their ratings. When you use the same evaluation questions for many resources, it can show you patterns that help you make smarter choices for the future.

How many evaluation forms should you use?

The right number of evaluation forms depends on what your business needs. But it's crucial not to overwhelm people with too many forms. Think about it like this: if you kept getting lots of surveys all the time, it could be annoying. So, we want to make sure we don't bother others too much with too many forms.

Plan carefully

Before you start, it's a good idea to think about what you want to learn from these forms. Are you trying to see if people like different classes? Or maybe you want to show how much people learn over time. Think about what your boss or the people in charge would be interested in.

Use the 'Recommended Form'

If you're in a hurry or you're not sure what kind of form to use, there's a 'Recommended Form' that works well. It's been tested in many places and always gives good feedback."

To find out more about how to create an evaluation form go to 'Learn - Create an evaluation form'.

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