About this template
Gather actionable insights from your students with this Computer Science Student Survey. Designed specifically for programming instructors, bootcamp coordinators, and computer science department chairs, this template helps you evaluate course pacing, programming assignment difficulty, lab resources, and overall teaching effectiveness. Whether you are running an introductory Python class, an advanced algorithms seminar, or a full-stack coding bootcamp, understanding your students' technical roadblocks is essential for improving curriculum design.
The form collects structured feedback on specific modules, software tooling, and support availability, alongside qualitative comments for open-ended suggestions. By deploying this survey mid-semester or at the final class review, educators can identify concepts that need extra reinforcement and ensure their technical curriculum meets student needs. Using Doc2Form, you can instantly turn this template into a live Google Form, share a simple link with your class, and immediately review responses in a neatly organized spreadsheet.
Key features
- Evaluate programming labs and lecture pacing in minutes
- Collect anonymous or tracked feedback on assignments
- Pinpoint technical roadblocks and difficult coding concepts
- Review all feedback instantly in connected spreadsheets
- Fully customizable questions to match your exact curriculum
Use cases
Mid-semester course evaluations for university computer science depar…
Mid-semester course evaluations for university computer science departments
End-of-course feedback for coding bootcamps and technical workshops
Gathering student input on specific programming languages and IDEs
Assessing the effectiveness of remote or hybrid lab sessions
What this form collects
- Full Name (Short answer)Optional — leave blank if you prefer to submit your feedback anonymously.
- Student Email Address (Short answer)Optional — provide your school email if you would like a follow-up regarding your comments.
- Current Year Group or Standing (Dropdown)Select your current year in school or program level.
- Which computer science courses are you currently taking? (Paragraph)Select all that apply or list your primary subjects.
- Overall Course Satisfaction (Linear scale)Rate your overall experience with the computer science program so far.
- Pacing of Lectures and Coding Demos (Multiple choice)Do you feel the instructor moves too fast, too slow, or just right?
- Difficulty of Programming Assignments (Linear scale)Rate the balance and challenge level of coding projects and homework.
- Effectiveness of Lab Sessions and Practical Work (Linear scale)How helpful have the coding labs been in reinforcing lecture concepts?
- Access to Software and Development Tools (Multiple choice)Do you have reliable access to the required IDEs, compilers, and lab computers?
- What programming concepts have been the most challenging for you? (Paragraph)Mention any topics (e.g., pointers, recursion, concurrency, object-oriented design) where you need extra support.
- Suggestions for Course Improvement (Paragraph)Share any ideas for new projects, additional resources, or teaching adjustments that would help you succeed.
FAQ
How can I share this survey with my students?
Once you generate your Google Form using Doc2Form, you can share it via a direct link, embed it in your learning management system (LMS), or email it directly to your class list.
Can I keep student responses anonymous?
Yes. Google Forms allows you to collect responses without requiring sign-ins or email addresses, ensuring complete anonymity for honest course feedback.
Can I add questions about specific programming languages?
Absolutely. You can easily edit, add, or remove questions in Google Forms to ask about specific tools, frameworks, or languages taught in your class.
How do I analyze the survey results?
All submissions automatically sync to a Google Sheet, allowing you to filter data, visualize ratings, and review student comments in one place.
Is this template free to use?
Yes, this template is completely free to convert into a Google Form and use for your classes.
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