Trellis Progress for Instructors

Progress is a comment-based feedback system for faculty to provide feedback to students enrolled in their courses.

How to send Trellis Progress Reports

Part 1 - Navigating to Trellis Progress:

1. Sign in to D2L.

2. Select the course site for your progress reports.

3. Navigate to “Grades”.

4. Go to “Enter Grades”.

5. Select “Trellis Progress Reports.”

 

Part 2 - Selecting Students:

1. You can select students in three ways:

  1. From your class list.
  2. Using Gradebook filters.
  3. Uploading a CSV file.

 

2. Selecting Students from Your Class List:

Click the "Skip to Select Students" button if you don’t want to use the gradebook filter.

A list of all students in the class will appear. You can:

·        Select all students.

·        Deselect individual students.

·        Use the "Deselect All" button to only select specific students on a larger list.

View selected students by clicking the “XX Students Selected” button.

 

2. Using the Gradebook Filter:

  • All gradebook items are available for selection.
  • When filtering on multiple items, choose if students meet all criteria or any selected criteria.
  • Select your gradebook items and set the minimum and maximum grades.
  • A list of students meeting the criteria will be generated.
  • To send a progress report to the entire list, click “Select Feedback”.
  • To deselect a student, uncheck the box next to their name.

 

3. If the list is correct, click “Select Feedback” to proceed.

 Part 3 - Selecting Feedback and Calls to Action

  1. Select feedback type(s) and specific feedback item(s).
  2. Edit Calls to Action, ensuring at least one and no more than five.
  3. Optionally add additional actions from the available items.
  4. Add additional comments if needed. These comments will be sent as a separate email.
  5. Review and suggest the following in additional comments:
  • Internships or research opportunities.
  • Attendance at outside lectures.
  • Insights regarding course grades.
  • Suggestions to enhance performance.
  •  Academic resources.
  1. Preview your progress report.
  • Toggle between university email and additional comments email.
  • Make edits if necessary by selecting “Prev: Choose Feedback”.
  1. Once reviewed, select “Send to x Students”.
  2. Review the confirmation screen for details on the sent report and next steps.
  3. Select “Close this Window” to return to the grade book.

 

How to view previously sent Trellis Progress Reports

Reviewing previously sent progress reports allows you to:

  • See if you’ve already acknowledged a concern or provided affirmations.
  • Modify messaging for students who are still struggling in the same areas.
  • Send a follow-up communication to struggling students who have shown signs of improvement.
  1. Login to Trellis Progress Reports, then select “View Previous Reports”.
  2. The link will take you to a Salesforce page where you can view all progress reports sent for this class. You can also download the information to a pdf, csv, or Excel file. We recommend an Excel file for usability.
  3.  The file will provide you with all progress reports sent for that course and will include student name, EMPLID, course, feedback type 1, feedback type 2 (if applicable), additional comments (if applicable), date sent, and date the student acknowledged the progress report.

As an instructor, the timing for feedback can be unique to course, environmental factors and/or class modalities.  Whether you’re providing feedback once or multiple times in a semester, students should have time to act on the feedback provided, while keeping in mind important academic dates and deadlines.  

Suggested times for sending Trellis Progress reports  

Course Length   
Suggested Feedback Timing   

Regular session courses starting on 1/15/2025

Send by 2/19/2025

7 week courses starting on 1/15/2025

Send by 1/31/2025

7 week courses starting on 3/17/2025

Send by 4/4/2025 

5 week courses starting on 1/15/2025

Send by 1/29/2025

5 week courses starting on 2/20/2025 

Send by 3/3/2025

5 week courses starting on 4/3/2025 

Send by 4/18/2025 

Creating the expectation and communicating your intention to send progress reports can be beneficial for student engagement. You can include relevant details in the course syllabus or post an announcement in D2L prior to sending progress reports. An introductory announcement is ready to help you get started.

Syllabus Statement: This course utilizes Trellis Progress reports to support your success this semester. At least once this semester you will receive an email informing you of your course progress (concerns or affirmations) along with recommended actions to help further your academic goals. You can acknowledge receiving your progress report by clicking “acknowledge” in the email body. Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns. 

Feedback Type: Attendance Concern
Concern
Scenario
Suggested Email Language
Too Many Consecutive Absences

A student has been attending your classes regularly and actively participating in discussions. However, over the past two weeks, you've noticed that this student has been absent from class without any prior notice or explanation. Concerned about their sudden absence, you decide to reach out to them.

I hope you're doing well. I've noticed your recent absences from class. I'm just reaching out to ensure everything is alright. Let's discuss how I can assist you in catching up and staying on track. Remember, your success is important to me, so feel free to reach out whenever you need help.

Warm regards, 

Intermittent Attendance

You've noticed a student attending your class intermittently, missing multiple sessions without explanation. Concerned about how this will affect their success, you decide to reach out.

Hope you're well. I’ve noticed your class absences and want to ensure everything's alright. Regular attendance is key for success, so let's discuss strategies to catch up. Reach out ASAP for support in staying on track. Remember, your success is important to me, so feel free to reach out whenever you need help.

Warm regards, 

 

Feedback Type: General Concern
Concern
Scenario
Suggested Email Language
Change in Performance

A diligent student, has been consistently performing well in your course, actively participating in discussions, and submitting assignments on time. However, you’ve recently noticed a sudden decline in the student’s grades, causing concern.

Hope you're doing well. I noticed a recent change in your grades and wanted to reach out. Let's work together to get you back on track in this class. Whether it's understanding the material or managing study habits, I'm here to help. Your academic success is a priority, and I'm committed to supporting you through this.

Warm regards, 

Missing Assignments

A student has been actively participating in class and you've noticed that they have recently missed several assignments.

I hope you're doing well. I'd like to address your outstanding assignments. You still have an opportunity to submit them for credit. Let's arrange a meeting during office hours to devise a plan for you to catch up. Your success is a priority for me, so don't hesitate to reach out whenever you require assistance.

Warm regards, 

Feedback Type: Academic Concern
Concern
Scenario
Suggested Email Language
Participation Concern

A student in your class has been attending regularly, but you've observed that they tend to remain quiet during class discussions and you want to encourage them to participate more actively in the course.

Hope you're well. I wanted to discuss your participation in our class sessions. I encourage you to engage more actively during discussions. Your insights are valuable and would enrich both your learning experience and that of your classmates. Feel free to reach out if you need guidance on how to participate more effectively. Remember, your success is important to me, so feel free to reach out whenever you need help.

Warm regards, 

Assignment Quality Completion Concern

A student consistently submits assignments on time. However, submissions show room for improvement in quality. Reach out to offer assistance in enhancing assignment quality and academic skills.

Hope you're well. I wanted to discuss your recent assignments. While your dedication is clear, there's room to improve. Consider deeper analysis and clearer articulation with supporting evidence. I'm here to help with any guidance or resources you may need. Remember, your success is important to me, so feel free to reach out whenever you need help.

Warm regards, 

Grade Lower Than Threshold

A student in your class whose grade is falling below (threshold).

Hope you're well. I would like to discuss your academic performance. I'm here to offer support as we navigate this course together. Let's schedule a meeting to discuss areas of difficulty, strategies for improvement, and additional resources. Remember, your success is important to me, so feel free to reach out whenever you need help.

Warm regards, 

Feedback type: Positive Feedback and Affirmations
Feedback
Scenario
Suggested Email Language
Good overall performance

A student in your class has consistently displayed exceptional academic performance, consistently earning top grades and actively participating in class discussions. Impressed by their dedication and hard work, you want to take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate their outstanding achievements.

Hope you're well. I wanted to acknowledge and celebrate your outstanding academic performance. Your dedication and hard work are truly commendable and serve as an inspiration to others. If you need any support to continue excelling academically, feel free to reach out. Congratulations on your achievements!

Warm regards, 

Doing Well on Assessments

A student in your class has shown outstanding performance on recent assessments, earning high scores and demonstrating a strong understanding of the material.

Hope you're well. Congratulations on your exceptional performance on recent assessments. Your dedication and ability to apply knowledge effectively is noted. Should you need further support, don't hesitate to reach out. Congratulations again, and I look forward to your ongoing success.

Warm regards,

Excellent Class Participation

A student in your class consistently participates exceptionally well, actively engaging in discussions and offering valuable insights that enhance the learning environment and discussions.

Hope you're well. I wanted to express my sincere appreciation for your exceptional class participation. Your active engagement and insightful contributions enrich our learning environment greatly. Remember, your success is important to me, so feel free to reach out whenever you need help.

Warm regards,

Trellis Progress Additional Comments pdf

Join Our Training Sessions for Trellis Early Progress Reports!

Enhance your skills with our comprehensive training sessions, where you'll learn:

  • How to Send Early Progress Reports: Master the steps to send progress reports to your students.
  • Tracking Sent Reports: Learn to view the reports you've sent and check if they've been acknowledged by the students.
  • Optimal Timing for Progress Reports: Receive valuable suggestions on the best times to send your reports.

In addition to our training sessions, we provide learning materials on the Trellis Progress website, along with helpful support information for any questions you might have.

We also offer daily drop-in office hours via Zoom each semester, ensuring you have the support you need when you need it. Zoom link : https://arizona.zoom.us/j/9649880415

 

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8:30am-9:30am  

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  • Weekly remote-friendly open labs will take place every Monday thru Friday, 8:30am-9:30am and 2pm-3pm from January 21st- May 16th (except University holidays and these dates February 24th-25th, May 1st- 2nd)[https://arizona.zoom.us/j/9649880415]  
  • To request Trellis Progress Training for your team please use the Qualtrics form or reach out to Breanna Pena directly

  • Trellis Progress (training, consultation): Breanna Pena, (520) 621-7988, brpena@arizona.edu