Mastering Digital Exit Tickets with Google Forms: A Teacher’s Guide
Updated: Jan 7
If you’re anything like me, you’re always on the hunt for tools that save time and simplify life in the classroom. Exit tickets have always been one of my go-to strategies—they’re quick, effective, and give me a clear picture of what my students understand before the lesson wraps up.
But this semester, things took a twist. I’ve been teaching my chemistry courses online, and my trusty stack of paper exit tickets just wasn’t going to cut it. That's why I decided to go digital.
Digital Exit tickets for Google forms have completely transformed how I gather feedback and check understanding, even my virtual classroom.
In this blog post, I will discuss how digital exit tickets are worth trying—and why they’ve been a total game-changer for me (and my students!).
What Are Digital Exit Tickets?
Let’s start with a quick refresher. Exit tickets or sometimes called Exit slips, are short assessments or prompts given at the end of a lesson that help you gauge student understanding.
Exit tickets have always been a reliable way to check in with students, but going digital takes them to the next level.
Here’s why:
1. No More Paper Shuffling
Responses are collected instantly and neatly in one place. Whether you're checking answers during lunch or later at home, all the data is right at your fingertips—no sticky notes or index cards to lose.
2. Instant Feedback You Can Use
Google Forms generates charts and graphs automatically, making it easy to spot trends and figure out what needs reteaching or reviewing.
3. Flexible for Any Classroom Setup
Whether students are in-person, remote, or hybrid, they can complete these exit tickets on any device. They’re simple for students to access and even easier for you to review.
How Digital Exit Tickets Fit Into Your Classroom
Using digital exit tickets isn’t just about saving time—it’s about improving teaching and learning. Here are a few ways I’ve used mine:
To Check for Student Understanding at the end of a lesson
Using these exit tickets at the end of my lesson gives me immediate insight into what’s clicking and what isn’t.
To Gather Feedback from Students
Sometimes, I’ll ask questions like:
“What part of today’s lesson was most interesting?”
“What’s one thing you’d like more help with?”
"What was the most confusing about today's lesson?"
The responses collected from such feedback helps me adjust my lessons and show students that their input matters.
To Gauge Student's Confidence Levels
After a challenging topic, like stoichiometry for example, I’ll ask students to rate their confidence on a scale. It’s an easy way to pinpoint who might need extra support.
Why Use My Pre-Made Exit Tickets?
Sure, you could create your own exit tickets (and if you love doing that, go for it!). But I know how busy teachers are, so I’ve done the work for you. My pre-made Google Forms exit tickets come with thoughtful designs that are flexible and classroom-tested.
What You’ll Love:
12 Unique Designs: These forms include a mix of multiple-choice, short-answer, and rating scale questions to keep things fresh and engaging for students.
Customizable Options: You can tweak the forms to fit your specific lesson or subject without starting from scratch.
Interactive Features: Some forms include conditional logic, so students get tailored prompts based on their responses (like a nudge in the right direction).
Versatile Uses: Use them for quick checks, reflection, feedback, or even to measure confidence levels on tricky topics.
The best part? These designs make it easy to gather actionable data without feeling like you're drowning in prep or grading.
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Why Google Forms?
There are lots of tools out there, but Google Forms stands out because it’s simple, flexible, and integrates seamlessly with Google Classroom. Assigning a form takes seconds, and student responses are stored automatically—no risk of losing data.
Plus, with features like conditional logic and automatic feedback, you can create a more personalized learning experience without adding to your workload.
Try Them and See the Difference
Digital exit tickets have transformed how I assess student understanding, and I know they can do the same for you. If you’ve been curious about trying them—or if you’ve been wanting to streamline your current process—these ready-made forms are a great place to start.
You’ll save time, stay organized, and gain valuable insights without adding to your plate. Give them a try—I think you’ll love how easy they make teaching (and learning).
Using tools like these isn’t about doing more. It’s about working smarter so you can focus on what really matters: connecting with your students and helping them succeed. And let’s be honest—who doesn’t want to save a little time at the end of a long day?
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With engaging prompts and easy-to-use formats, you'll have everything you need to make exit tickets a seamless part of your routine.
