SPOT (Student Perceptions of Teaching) is TCU’s official course evaluation system. It gives you the opportunity to provide feedback on your learning experience at the end of each semester.
Once SPOT surveys open, you can access them directly through your Brightspace by D2L homepage. Look for the link to your available surveys. You’ll also receive reminder emails with a direct link to your evaluations.
You can begin your surveys as soon as you receive notice that they are open. The survey window typically remains open for several days. For exact dates each term, please refer to the SPOT Survey Schedule.
Yes! You’ll receive email reminders both before the surveys open and while they remain available. These reminders will include direct links to your surveys for easy access.
Yes! SPOT surveys are mobile-friendly and can be completed on most devices with internet access.
Most surveys take just a few minutes, depending on how much feedback you choose to provide. Thoughtful, specific comments are always appreciated!
Absolutely. Your responses are completely confidential and securely collected through our third-party vendor. Instructors never receive identifying information. The system only tracks whether a survey has been submitted to prevent duplicate submissions.
No. Instructors are not notified when individual students submit evaluations. All results are anonymous and shared only after final grades are submitted.
Answers for SPOT are completely anonymous and are never connected directly to a student. After the term ends and final grades are submitted, instructors receive a summary report with aggregated responses and comments. Department chairs and deans may also review the results to support teaching improvement.
Not at all. SPOT responses are only reviewed after grades are finalized, and your identity is never linked to your feedback.
While SPOT participation is not mandatory, it is highly encouraged. Your feedback helps shape the future of courses at TCU. You will not face any penalties for choosing not to participate.
To help protect student anonymity, SPOT surveys are only sent for courses with four or more students enrolled. If your course doesn’t meet that threshold, a survey will not be administered.
It depends! If the survey period is still open and you submitted an answer you would like to change, then yes, we would be happy to assist. Email our office at spot@tcu.edu for assistance. Be sure to provide the name of the class and course code for the survey you would like us to reopen.
Your feedback plays a vital role in improving the quality of teaching and learning at TCU. Instructors use SPOT results to reflect on what’s working well and identify areas for improvement. Department chairs and academic leaders may also use your insights to support broader curriculum and instructional development. By sharing your experience honestly and constructively, you help create a stronger academic environment—for yourself and future students.
