How to Write a Great Review

A couple tips to help you write a great review.

1. Share Both Pros and Cons

A balanced review helps other parents make informed decisions:

  • What worked well in the course?
  • What could have been improved?
  • Would you recommend it to others? Why or why not?
  • Was it worth the cost?

2. Provide Specific Details

Include concrete examples about:

  • Teaching quality and instructor engagement
  • Course materials and resources provided
  • Assignment types and workload
  • Technical issues or platform problems
  • Communication with instructor/staff

3. Be Constructive

Keep feedback helpful and respectful:

  • Explain your ratings with specific examples
  • Suggest improvements rather than just criticizing
  • Consider that different approaches work for different learners
  • Stay objective and factual

4. Review Template

Consider including these key points in your review:

  • Teaching Quality: Instructor expertise, teaching style, availability for questions
  • Course Structure: Organization, pacing, clarity of expectations
  • Assignments & Grading: Types of work, feedback quality, grading fairness
  • Difficulty Level: Time commitment, challenge level, prerequisites needed
  • Learning Support: Accommodations for learning differences, flexibility
  • Technical Experience: Platform reliability, resource accessibility
  • Value: Cost vs. benefit, meeting expectations

5. Special Considerations

If applicable, consider mentioning:

  • How the course accommodated learning differences
  • Flexibility in scheduling or deadlines
  • Additional support or resources provided
  • Social interaction opportunities

Questions?

If you have questions about writing reviews or need help, please contact us.