Data Collection Tools

What is a Data Collection Tool?

Data collection tools help us gather, organize and manage information efficiently. They are commonly used to conduct surveys, record feedback, track registration and to support research and analysis. 

Supported Collection Tools

WTS supports the following data collection tools:

Microsoft Forms

Microsoft Forms is a tool for creating surveys, quizzes, and polls to easily collect information and feedback easily. It lets you quickly build forms and see responses in real time or export to Excel for deeper analysis.

  • Cost - included with Office 365 access
  • Storage limit - 50 GB 
  • Guest Access - No 
  • File and Data Ownership
    • in OneDrive -individual ownership
    • in Teams - shared ownership by Form owner(s) 

Qualtrics

Qualtrics is a survey and experience management tool used to collect and analyze feedback from students, faculty, staff or other groups.

  • Cost - no cost to Western faculty, staff and students
  • Storage Limit - No limit
  • Guest Access - Links to surveys can be sent to anyone 
  • File and Data Ownership - Shared by survey owners

 

 

 

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