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Student Questionnaires

Gather information about your students with questionnaires

Teacher Guide: Student Questionnaires

Overview

Questionnaires help you gather important information about your students' language learning background, goals, and preferences. This information is used to create personalized learning plans and better understand your students' needs.

Getting Started

Accessing Questionnaires

  1. Log in to your teacher account
  2. In the sidebar, go to Teaching → Student Questionnaires
  3. You'll see a list of all your questionnaires

Creating a New Questionnaire

Step-by-Step Creation

  1. Click the "Create Questionnaire" button
  2. Fill in the questionnaire details:
    • Title: Give it a clear name (e.g., "Student Background Survey")
    • Description: Explain the purpose
    • Language: Select the target language
  3. Add questions using different types:
    • Text: Open-ended responses
    • Multiple Choice: Select one option
    • Checkbox: Select multiple options
    • Radio: Select one from a list
  4. Click "Create Questionnaire" to save

Question Types

Text Questions

  • Best for: Open-ended responses, detailed information
  • Example: "What are your language learning goals?"
  • Student sees: Text input box

Multiple Choice Questions

  • Best for: Single selection from predefined options
  • Example: "What is your current proficiency level?"
    • Beginner
    • Intermediate
    • Advanced
  • Student sees: Dropdown or radio buttons

Checkbox Questions

  • Best for: Multiple selections
  • Example: "Which topics interest you? (Select all that apply)"
    • Business
    • Travel
    • Cooking
    • Sports
    • Culture
  • Student sees: Checkboxes

Radio Questions

  • Best for: Single selection with visible options
  • Example: "How many hours per week can you study?"
    • 1-3 hours
    • 4-6 hours
    • 7-10 hours
    • More than 10 hours
  • Student sees: Radio buttons

Recommended Questions

Background Information

  • "Have you studied [language] before?"
  • "What is your native language?"
  • "How long have you been learning [language]?"
  • "What is your current proficiency level?"

Learning Goals

  • "Why do you want to learn [language]?"
  • "What do you hope to achieve in the next 6 months?"
  • "Do you plan to use [language] for work, travel, or personal interest?"

Learning Preferences

  • "How do you prefer to learn? (Visual, auditory, hands-on)"
  • "What time of day do you study best?"
  • "Do you prefer structured lessons or flexible learning?"
  • "How many hours per week can you dedicate to studying?"

Topic Interests

  • "Which topics interest you most?"
  • "What aspects of the language are most important to you?"
  • "Are there specific situations you want to prepare for?"

Availability

  • "How often can you attend live sessions?"
  • "What is your preferred study schedule?"
  • "Do you prefer intensive or gradual learning?"

Managing Questionnaires

Viewing Questionnaire Details

  1. Click on any questionnaire from your list
  2. You'll see:
    • All questions
    • Question types
    • Number of responses

Editing a Questionnaire

  1. Open the questionnaire you want to edit
  2. Click the "Edit" button
  3. Modify questions or add new ones
  4. Click "Save Changes"
  5. Note: Editing may affect existing responses

Viewing Responses

  1. Open a questionnaire
  2. Click "View Responses"
  3. See:
    • Individual student responses
    • Response date and time
    • Summary statistics
    • Export options

Deleting a Questionnaire

  1. Open the questionnaire you want to delete
  2. Click the "Delete" button
  3. Confirm the deletion
  4. Note: This will delete all responses

Using Questionnaire Data

Creating Learning Plans

  • Use responses to understand student goals
  • Identify knowledge gaps
  • Tailor course recommendations
  • Set appropriate difficulty levels

Grouping Students

  • Group students by proficiency level
  • Create topic-based study groups
  • Match students with similar goals
  • Organize by availability

Tracking Progress

  • Compare initial and follow-up questionnaires
  • Monitor goal achievement
  • Adjust teaching strategies
  • Identify areas needing more support

Best Practices

Questionnaire Design

  • Keep it concise: 10-15 questions maximum
  • Be specific: Ask clear, focused questions
  • Mix question types: Use variety for engagement
  • Logical order: Group related questions together
  • Required vs. optional: Mark essential questions as required

Question Writing Tips

  • Use simple, clear language
  • Avoid leading questions
  • Provide adequate answer options
  • Include "Other" option when appropriate
  • Test the questionnaire yourself first

Timing

  • Initial questionnaire: Before course starts
  • Mid-course check-in: After 4-6 weeks
  • End-of-course survey: Upon completion
  • Follow-up: 3-6 months after course

Common Questions

Q: When should students complete questionnaires? A: Ideally before starting their first course, so you can create personalized learning plans.

Q: Can I make questionnaires mandatory? A: Yes, you can require students to complete questionnaires before accessing certain features.

Q: How do I analyze responses? A: View the responses page for summary statistics and individual answers. Export data for deeper analysis.

Q: Can students change their answers? A: Students can typically update their responses if you allow it in the settings.

Q: Should I create different questionnaires for different levels? A: Yes, consider creating level-specific questionnaires for more relevant information.

Sample Questionnaire Template

"New Student Assessment"

  1. What is your name? (Text)
  2. What is your current proficiency level? (Radio)
    • Complete Beginner
    • Beginner
    • Intermediate
    • Advanced
  3. Have you studied [language] before? (Radio)
    • Yes
    • No
  4. If yes, for how long? (Text)
  5. Why do you want to learn [language]? (Checkbox)
    • Work/Career
    • Travel
    • Personal Interest
    • Family/Heritage
    • Academic Requirements
    • Other
  6. Which topics interest you most? (Checkbox)
    • Business Communication
    • Travel & Tourism
    • Cooking & Food
    • Culture & History
    • Sports & Hobbies
    • Daily Conversation
  7. How many hours per week can you study? (Radio)
    • 1-3 hours
    • 4-6 hours
    • 7-10 hours
    • More than 10 hours
  8. What is your learning style preference? (Radio)
    • Visual (videos, images)
    • Auditory (listening, speaking)
    • Reading/Writing
    • Hands-on practice
  9. What are your goals for the next 6 months? (Text)
  10. Is there anything else we should know? (Text, Optional)

Tips for Success

  1. Review responses regularly: Check new responses weekly
  2. Act on feedback: Use information to improve your teaching
  3. Follow up: Contact students with specific needs
  4. Update questionnaires: Refresh questions based on what's useful
  5. Respect privacy: Keep student information confidential

Need Help?

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