This web application was developed to enhance classroom engagement for large university courses transitioning back to in-person instruction. It enables instructors to create and activate pre-class polls, display results to students, and monitor live feedback during lectures. The system also includes a real-time feedback feature, allowing students to share their understanding levels, helping instructors adjust lecture pacing effectively.
- Pre-Class Polls: Instructors can create and activate polls before class to gauge student understanding or interest in topics.
- Live Feedback: Students can provide real-time feedback during lectures, indicating their comprehension levels.
- Results Display: Poll results are displayed to students in real-time, fostering transparency and engagement.
- Instructor Dashboard: A centralized dashboard allows instructors to monitor feedback and adjust lecture pacing dynamically.
- Frontend: HTML/CSS, React.js
- Backend: PHP, MySQL
Matthew Hertz
Joey Normil
Wesley Cymerman
Michael Thompson
Songzhu Li
Sadiq Ramanu
- Instructors create polls via the web interface before or during class.
- Students access the polls through a shared link and submit their responses.
- Poll results are displayed in real-time, and instructors can view live feedback on their dashboard.
- Instructors use the feedback to adjust lecture pacing or address areas of confusion.
- Add support for anonymous feedback to encourage more honest responses.
- Integrate analytics to track student engagement over time.
- Develop a mobile-friendly version for easier access.