> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://methodscenter.mintlify.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Student View

> Show how students interact with the platform and what they gain from it.

## Student Features & Use Cases

### 1. Account Management

#### Create Account

* Register with email address, first name, and last name
* Receive email verification (if enabled)
* Set secure password
* Select affiliated university

#### Complete Student Profile

* Add personal information:
  * Middle name and nickname
  * Birth date
  * Abitur grade (German university entrance qualification)
  * Main language (English, German, Other)
  * Financial support status

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/methodscenter/O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh/screenshots/student-account.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh&q=85&s=121f5d13bd8b8105e82f095d55a40150" alt="Student account profile form with personal details" width="3234" height="1539" data-path="screenshots/student-account.png" />

#### Complete Background Questionnaires

* Fill onboarding forms that capture educational history and support needs
* Provide context for personalised monitoring before module enrollment
* Navigate across the background and survey panels — both must be completed to finish onboarding

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/methodscenter/O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh/screenshots/student-form.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh&q=85&s=941b845ed75efd0df7815b8c90a1ed25" alt="Student onboarding form highlighting background questionnaire panel" width="3648" height="1797" data-path="screenshots/student-form.png" />

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/methodscenter/O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh/screenshots/student-form-content.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh&q=85&s=f352ed3c81d27dc62ad6926fa5aa22f7" alt="Background questionnaire detail with multiple sections to complete" width="1724" height="1626" data-path="screenshots/student-form-content.png" />

#### Manage Account Settings

* Update profile information
* Change password
* View account status

***

### 2. Module Enrollment

#### Browse Available Modules

* View list of active modules at your university
* See module details:
  * Module name and code
  * Semester (Winter/Summer)
  * Start and end dates
  * Lecturer/owner information

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/methodscenter/O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh/screenshots/student-module-search.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh&q=85&s=82e882aec35cab15b33e5f7f872ebd42" alt="Student module search interface showing available courses" width="3232" height="1393" data-path="screenshots/student-module-search.png" />

#### Enroll in Modules

* Enter module password provided by lecturer
* Receive enrollment confirmation
* Access enrolled module dashboard

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/methodscenter/O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh/screenshots/student-module-enrollment.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh&q=85&s=c478502f41c2c4ff854e1758982bf192" alt="Student enrollment dialog prompting for module password" width="3122" height="953" data-path="screenshots/student-module-enrollment.png" />

#### View Enrolled Modules

* See all currently enrolled modules
* Track enrollment status
* Access module-specific information

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/methodscenter/O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh/screenshots/student-module-management.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh&q=85&s=c4800c04c426051227873e5b83bb8d1d" alt="Student module management view with active enrollments" width="3230" height="1817" data-path="screenshots/student-module-management.png" />

***

### 3. Survey Participation

#### Receive Surveys

* Automatically receive surveys on scheduled survey days
* Get notifications for new pending surveys
* View survey deadlines and time windows

#### Fill Out Surveys

* Access survey forms from dashboard
* Answer questions (various types supported via JSON structure)
* Save progress (if enabled)
* Submit completed surveys

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/methodscenter/O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh/screenshots/student-survey.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh&q=85&s=40820f426ee7d4a24d6cc7e1790cc667" alt="Pending survey list highlighting due tasks" width="7991" height="10481" data-path="screenshots/student-survey.png" />

#### Track Survey History

* View all past surveys
* See completion status (Completed/Not Completed)
* Review survey numbers and dates
* Access survey timeline per module

#### Manage Survey Status

* View pending surveys requiring completion
* Track submission timestamps
* Monitor survey resolution status

***

### 4. Data & Analytics

#### View Personal Analytics

* See survey completion rates
* Track participation statistics
* View progress over time per module

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/methodscenter/O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh/screenshots/student-analysis.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=O3XCclSyoR0kQrmh&q=85&s=ce206e2041af0e0d91a5461c0ac69618" alt="Student analytics dashboard summarizing completion trends" width="3152" height="1373" data-path="screenshots/student-analysis.png" />

#### Access Survey Results

* Review own submitted responses (if permitted)
* Track longitudinal data collection
* Monitor engagement metrics

***

### 5. Dashboard & Navigation

#### Student Dashboard

* Central hub for all student activities
* Quick access to:
  * Pending surveys
  * Enrolled modules
  * Recent activity
  * Important notifications

#### Module-Specific Views

* Individual dashboards for each enrolled module
* Module-specific surveys and forms
* Participation history per module

***

## Student User Workflows

### Typical Student Journey

```
1. Register Account
   ↓
2. Complete Student Profile
   ↓
3. Receive Module Password from Lecturer
   ↓
4. Enroll in Module
   ↓
5. Wait for Survey Day
   ↓
6. Receive Survey Notification
   ↓
7. Fill Out Survey
   ↓
8. Submit Survey
   ↓
9. Repeat for Each Survey Period
   ↓
10. Complete Semester
```

### Weekly Survey Routine

```
Monday (Survey Day)
   ↓
Receive New StudentSurvey
   ↓
Login to Dashboard
   ↓
Navigate to Pending Surveys
   ↓
Open Survey Form
   ↓
Answer All Questions
   ↓
Submit Survey
   ↓
Survey Marked as COMPLETED
```

***

## Student Capabilities Summary

### What Students Can Do:

**Account & Profile**

* Create and verify account
* Manage personal information
* Update profile details
* Change credentials

**Module Management**

* Browse available modules
* Enroll with password
* View enrolled modules
* Access module details

**Survey Interaction**

* Receive scheduled surveys
* Fill out survey forms
* Submit responses
* Track completion status

**Data Viewing**

* View survey history
* See completion rates
* Track participation
* Monitor progress

**Dashboard**

* Access centralized dashboard
* View pending tasks
* Navigate modules
* See notifications

***

## Student Interface Components

### Key Pages/Views:

1. **Login/Registration Page**
2. **Student Dashboard** (Main Hub)
3. **Profile Management Page**
4. **Module Enrollment Page**
5. **Enrolled Modules List**
6. **Survey Form Page**
7. **Survey History Page**
8. **Module Details Page**

### Dashboard Widgets:

* **Pending Surveys** - Quick access to incomplete surveys
* **Enrolled Modules** - List of active enrollments
* **Recent Activity** - Latest survey submissions
* **Completion Statistics** - Progress tracking

***

## Benefits for Students

### Academic Benefits

* Structured participation in research
* Self-awareness of learning patterns
* Regular reflection on academic progress
* Contribution to educational improvement

### User Experience Benefits

* Simple, intuitive interface
* Clear task management
* Progress tracking
* Organized survey workflow

### Privacy & Security

* Secure authentication
* Protected personal data
* Controlled data access
* Research ethics compliance

***

For technical details, see [Architecture Guide](./architecture.md)
For installation, see [Installation Guide](./installation.md)
For lecturer features, see [Lecturer Experience](./lecturer-experience.md)
