How to Create A Poll using Mentimeter

Step 1: Create a Free Mentimeter Account

1. Go to https://www.mentimeter.com
2. Click Sign up
3. Create a free account (email + password or Google login)
4. You do not need a paid account — we will run the poll from our paid COM account.

Step 2: Create Your Poll

1. After logging in, click “New presentation”
2. Choose a question type (e.g., Multiple Choice, Word Cloud, Open Ended)
3. Enter your question(s)
4. Add as many slides/questions as you’d like
   
   

Step 3: Name Your Poll Clearly

1. Please rename your presentation using this exact format: Your Name – Lecture Date
   • Example: Dr. Jane Smith – Sept 18, 2026
     This helps us quickly identify your poll.

Step 4: Share Your Poll with COM

1. You must add us as collaborators so we can access and run your poll during class.
2. Open your Mentimeter presentation
3. Click Share (top right)
4. Under Collaborators, add the following emails:
   • COMIT@health.fau.edu
   • M3coordinator@health.fau.edu
   • Make sure they are set as Editors
     
     

Step 5: Submit a Help Desk Ticket

1. Email the FAU COM Help Desk so we know your poll is ready.
   1. Email: comhelpdesk@health.fau.edu
   2. Subject: Mentimeter Poll – Guest Lecture Support
   3. Please include:
      • Your name
      • Lecture date
      • Confirmation that your Mentimeter poll is shared

What We’ll Do for You
✔ Access your poll from our paid Mentimeter account
✔ Pull it up and test it before class
✔ Have it ready to launch during your lecture
✔ Provide live support if needed


Need Help?
If you have questions or run into issues, just email:
📧 comhelpdesk@health.fau.edu
We’re happy to help—thank you for making your session interactive!