We live in a digital world, and it’s safe to say that the digital age has transformed higher education. Long-standing paper-based institutional processes have been streamlined or replaced by more efficient and flexible online systems. One of the most common questions asked by institutions when considering a move to an online course evaluation process is how to get students to participate and get a good response rate. This white paper provides an easy and clear guide to navigating the transition and achieving higher survey response rates.
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