Formula questions are an easy way for math and science instructors to create numerically-randomized questions for their students. To make a formula question, the instructor adds a mathematical formula with variables and variable ranges to the quiz question. The value of the variable will be different for every quiz attempt. This means that students will […]
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Classic Quizzes are the original quiz tool in Canvas for creating exams, tests, and quizzes. While Canvas continues to expand and develop the New Quiz tool, Classic Quizzes remain available for instructors to use, and there is currently no institution-wide timeline at MSU Denver for discontinuing them. Many instructors continue using Classic Quizzes because they […]
Note: Grading by question is only available in Classic Quizzes. As of yet, New Quizzes do not have this functionality. When grading quizzes and exams, you may prefer to grade all responses to a single question rather than grade student submissions individually. Grading this way can help you focus on the context of the question […]
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Convert Question Banks to Item Banks
Classic-style quizzes in Canvas can pull questions from Question Banks. However, New-style Quizzes use Item Banks instead. While these two different types of banks appear very similar, Canvas treats them as separate systems; a New-style Quiz cannot pull questions from a Question Bank. This tutorial will cover the process of converting a Question Bank into […]
Additional time on a quiz is often something required by accommodations or other conditions. Once you have set up your quiz in Canvas, including the allowed time for all students, you can easily change that time requirement for select students without editing the rest of the class. Note that in Classic Quizzes, you can only […]
Canvas Classic Quizzes include a variety of question types that allow you to assess more than basic recall. By using different formats, you can evaluate critical thinking, provide targeted feedback, and create a more accessible experience for your students. This tutorial walks you through how to create and use different Classic Quiz question types in […]
Question banks are used to store and organize quiz questions. These questions can then be used across different classic quizzes and courses. Directions Create a Question Bank Add Questions to a Question Bank Add Questions from a Question Bank to a Quiz
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Create and Edit “New” Quizzes
Creating and managing assessments in Canvas is an essential part of supporting student learning. The New Quizzes tool offers a modern, flexible approach to building and delivering those assessments. Whether you are transitioning from Classic Quizzes or starting fresh, New Quizzes provides enhanced options for question design, accommodations, moderation, and assessment settings that align with […]
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Use SpeedGrader to Grade Quizzes
SpeedGrader can be used for any graded item in your course, including quizzes! You can use SpeedGrader to easily see each student’s submission and adjust points or add feedback. It is especially useful in grading essay questions and adding extra credit points. The tutorial below provides a walkthrough of using this feature to grade quizzes […]