> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.pawtograder.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Surveys

> Complete course surveys to provide feedback on assignments, instructors, and course content

# Surveys

Pawtograder's surveys feature allows you to provide feedback on courses, assignments, and instructors. Your responses help improve the learning experience for everyone.

## Accessing Surveys

Navigate to the **Surveys** tab in the main navigation menu to see all surveys assigned to your course. You'll also see incomplete surveys highlighted on your dashboard.

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### Dashboard Survey Notifications

Your student dashboard displays a "Surveys to complete" banner when you have pending or in-progress surveys. Each survey shows:

* **Status badge**: Completed (green), Overdue (red), or Pending (yellow)
* **Due date**: Time remaining or overdue notice
* **Quick action button**: "Take Survey" or "View Response" if you've already submitted

Overdue surveys are listed first to help you prioritize.

### Survey Cards

Each survey card displays:

* **Survey title and description**: What the survey is about
* **Due date and time**: When the survey must be completed (shown in your course timezone)
* **Current status**: Your progress on the survey (Not Started, In Progress, or Completed)
* **Submission timestamp**: When you submitted (if completed)

## Survey Status Filters

Use the filter buttons at the top of the surveys page to find specific surveys:

| Filter        | Shows                                               |
| ------------- | --------------------------------------------------- |
| **All**       | All surveys regardless of completion status         |
| **Available** | Surveys you haven't started or are still working on |
| **Completed** | Surveys you've already submitted                    |

## Understanding Survey Status

Your progress on each survey is shown with a colored badge:

* **Not Started** (red): You haven't opened this survey yet
* **In Progress** (red): You've started but not submitted the survey
* **Completed** (green): You've successfully submitted your responses

## Taking a Survey

### Starting a New Survey

1. Find a survey with "Not Started" status
2. Click the green **Start Survey** button
3. Read each question carefully
4. Complete all required questions (marked with a red asterisk \*)
5. Click **Complete** to submit your responses

### Continuing an In-Progress Survey

If you started a survey but didn't finish:

1. Find the survey with "In Progress" status
2. Click **Continue Survey**
3. Your previous answers will be saved
4. Complete any remaining questions and submit

<Tip>
  If the survey allows editing, your responses are automatically saved as you answer questions. You can safely close the browser and return later without losing your work.
</Tip>

## Survey Due Dates

Each survey has a deadline set by your instructor:

* **Active surveys**: Show the due date and time
* **Overdue surveys**: Cannot be submitted after the deadline passes

Make sure to complete surveys before their due date to ensure your responses are recorded.

<Warning>
  You cannot submit a survey after the due date has passed. Plan ahead and complete surveys before the deadline.
</Warning>

## Editing Your Responses

Some surveys allow you to edit your responses after submission. When editing is enabled, you'll see a green notification:

> "You can edit your response since editing is allowed for this survey."

**To edit a completed survey:**

1. Click **View Submission** on the survey card
2. Modify any of your responses
3. Click **Complete** to save your changes

**When editing is not allowed**, you'll see a yellow notification:

> "This survey has been submitted and cannot be edited."

Your original responses will be shown in read-only mode.

<Note>
  Not all surveys allow editing after submission. Check for the editing notification before assuming you can make changes later.
</Note>

## Viewing Your Submissions

To review what you submitted:

1. Find the survey with "Completed" status
2. Click **View Submission**
3. Your submitted answers will be displayed

If editing is allowed, you can modify your responses from this same page.

## Question Types

Surveys may include different types of questions:

| Question Type     | How to Answer                                    |
| ----------------- | ------------------------------------------------ |
| **Short Text**    | Type a brief response in the text field          |
| **Long Text**     | Type a detailed response in the larger text area |
| **Single Choice** | Select one option from the list                  |
| **Checkboxes**    | Select one or more options that apply            |
| **Yes / No**      | Choose between two options                       |

## Tips for Completing Surveys

* **Read questions carefully**: Make sure you understand what's being asked
* **Answer honestly**: Your genuine feedback helps improve the course
* **Complete required questions**: Questions with a red asterisk (\*) must be answered
* **Don't wait until the last minute**: Submit before the deadline to avoid issues
* **Check your responses**: Review your answers before clicking Complete