Well, I have to say that Google has made significant strides in this new version to satisfy those of us that have used Forms for years. I have long written about Forms on this blog, but these updates are exciting. The layout is a lot more user friendly, it auto saves like the rest of the Drive documents, responses can be directed to a totally different spreadsheet , and URLs actively link to websites. But don't just take my words here on the page as truth, let me show you:
Google Forms is very much updated, but it still leaves a few items to be desired. For instance, where is the functionality to add in images? There are scripts out there that assist us in doing it, but isn't it about time Google? Also, math formulas? These should be part of a WYSIWYG editor and not limited to text as it currently is. What about the option to randomize questions? Add a timer? Some of these features are still very much needed.
At The FAIR School we have been consistently using Google Forms to collect teacher evaluations, enrollment information, quizzes, and more for years. Also, don't forget the fact that you can now create a form from a current Google Spreadsheet. For more information, check out this video from Google. These updates only make Forms more of a player in the survey universe. Try out the new version today and let me know your thoughts below.
