Student Information for Course Evaluations

Access course evaluations

Access your course evaluations using any of the following options:
  1. Via the link in the Course Evaluation Notification Email, begin the evaluation by clicking any course.

       2. Through Canvas > Account > Course Evaluations  

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Evaluation guidelines

  1. Please complete the first 10 required questions. The two open-ended prompts and any additional questions are optional. 
  2. Progress cannot be saved. Exiting will require you to restart the evaluation.
  3. If you do not wish to submit the evaluation, click Exit to begin another evaluation.
  4. When you are ready to submit, click Submit.
  5. Evaluations are available for a limited time, so be sure to complete them before the evaluation period closes!
 

FAQ

Who do I contact if I have issues accessing my course evaluations?
For additional support, contact the Department of Institutional Research & Data Management at TWU_IRDM@twu.edu.
Why can't I evaluate one of my courses?
Courses must meet minimum enrollment requirements to be evaluated. This helps protect the anonymity of your responses. 
Why are there more than 10 questions on my evaluation?
Instructors have the option to add additional questions to their evaluations. Only the first 8 questions require a response.
Are my responses anonymous?
Yes.
When will my instructor see the results?
After grades for the evaluated term are final. 
How can I provide proof of completion for extra credit?
You will receive a Confirmation Email after you submit your evaluation that you can submit to your instructor.
How long do I have to complete my course evaluation?
The minimum number of days for a full semester is 10 (7 for shorter terms).  Instructor(s) may alter the dates to provide additional days to complete the evaluation. You will receive a system-generated email the day the evaluation(s) open and email reminder two days before they close.
Why should I complete my course evaluations?
This is an opportunity to provide feedback on the course instruction. Many faculty use the course evaluation results to make adjustments in their courses. 
Are course evaluations a way to file a formal complaint?
No. Students should contact the department chair/director to whom the instructor reports. Academic and Administrative Complaints and Appeals, including grade appeals, follow this process.
  
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Need Help?

For additional support, contact the Department of Institutional Research & Data Management at TWU_IRDM@twu.edu. 

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