Training Module Info

Here are the things we look for in a survey platform.

Below are a summary of the main characteristics we look for in a survey. Under each characteristic is a quick link to that section in each survey platform's training module. More information on each survey platforms can be found on their individual training modules.

Summary

Each training module begins with a summary of the survey platform as an overview of the more in depth analysis of the survey platform.

Important Characteristics Of Surveys

The training modules then go through six important characteristics of a survey platform.

Question Types

The types of questions that are available and how questions can be interacted with.

E.g. multiple choice, short answer, matrix table, question logic, etc.

Quick links: G | J | Q | M | S | T

Interface

The look and feel creating and taking the survey. The accessibility of the survey for different customers and devices.

E.g. themes, style, accessibility, etc.

Quick links: G | J | Q | M | S | T

Collaboration

Can a team work well together on a survey.

E.g. multiple user access, simultaneous editing, etc.

Quick links: G | J | Q | M | S | T

Analytics

What data is collected, how it is collected, and additional analytical features.

E.g. how much data is available, how is the data visualized, etc.

Quick links: G | J | Q | M | S | T

Security & Support

The safety of keeping private data on the software. How easy and reliable support is.

E.g. customer data safety, availability of customer support, etc.

Quick links: G | J | Q | M | S | T

Price

How much would it cost to create a survey, what features are limited in the free version, what deals are available to students and organizations.

E.g. free vs. paid, pricing plans, special pricing deals, etc.

Quick links: G | J | Q | M | S | T

Creating a Survey

Step by step instructions to making your first survey in that platform.

Quick links: G | J | Q | M | S | T

Next Steps

Want a quick overview of the unique features of each survey platform of some frequently asked questions? Go to the survey platforms Overview!

Or, ready to start going through the training modules? Start at Google Forms!

Done going through the Survey Training Modules? Take the Survey Matcher questionnaire!