Course Evaluations in Explorance Blue
This article provides an overview of course evaluations done through Explorance Blue, key facts, and links to FAQs for students, instructors, and academic administrative staff.
About:
Starting in Spring 2025, UWM began providing centralized course evaluation services via Explorance Blue. Course evaluations can be accessed via Canvas or a direct link sent to student emails, are anonymous, help improve courses, and are used to evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and learning goals.
Key Facts:
- End-of-semester course evaluations open during the last few weeks of class
- Course evaluations are anonymous
- Instructors cannot access course evaluations until after final grades are due
- Course evaluations are available for all graded courses with at least five students enrolled
- This service is still being piloted, which means that not every academic unit is currently using it
Student FAQ:
Course Evaluations in Explorance Blue: Student FAQ
Instructor FAQ (requires log-in):
Course Evaluations in Explorance Blue: Instructor FAQ
Deans, Chairs and other administrator FAQ (requires log-in):
Course Evaluations in Explorance Blue: FAQ for Deans, Chairs and other administrators