ServiceLimeSurvey
Plan, conduct and analyze online surveys for administration, study, teaching and research
With the online survey system LimeSurvey, you can create and conduct online surveys. It is also possible to evaluate the results of the survey, as well as export the data into CSV or Excel formats. his software solution is locally hosted platform at Heidelberg University.
Target group
- Students
- University employees
- Researchers
- Instructors
- Doctoral candidates
Use
Students
- e.g. scientific surveys for terms papers and theses
Employees
- e.g. departmental surveys
Researchers
- e.g. scientific surveys for research projects
Instructors
- e.g. course surveys (but not for teacher evaluations)
Doctoral candidates
- e.g. scientific surveys for doctoral projects
Access and requirements
This software can be used for a variety of purposes in administration, study, teaching and research; however, it cannot be used for teaching evaluations nor for private or commercial uses.
Before you can create your survey, you must complete a the linked registration form (to use LimeSurvey as a survey administrator) and confirm that you acknowledge and agree to the terms of service.
The privacy statement (German) outlines how we will handle your personal information.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I create anonymous surveys? | If your survey should be conducted anonymously, i.e. you are not saving any personal information about the survey participants, then use the following settings:
The following must also apply:
More detailed instructions are linked in the "How-tos". | |
Can I attach a PDF or other document to the invitation email? | Unfortunately not, LimeSurvey does not support file attachments for the invitation emails. However, you can place the desired documents in a heiBOX library and include the download links in the invitation text. This procedure also helps to save space on the mail server. |