Posted by Kathryn Zawisza | Jul 7, 2021 | In-Class Blackboard Exams
If you are giving an in-class Blackboard exam using Respondus Lockdown Browser, it is important to be sure all of your settings are correct. The instructions below are the recommended […]
Read MorePosted by Kathryn Zawisza | Jul 7, 2021 | In-Class Blackboard Exams
Giving Scantron exams in classes can be time-consuming when you consider the time it takes to grade and print exams. We now have the ability to offer secure electronic exams in the classroom using student laptops and Respondus LockDown Browser.
Read MorePosted by Abi Moser | Dec 21, 2020 | Tests, Surveys, and Pools
This article will walk you through creating a short test, survey, or quiz (approximately 15 questions or less) in Blackboard using the built-in test creation tool. For longer assessments there are other options.
Read MorePosted by Camilla Shumaker | Jul 6, 2020
How-Tos Assessments Blackboard Exams ProctorU Respondus Exam Creation Tool Respondus LockDown Browser Respondus Monitor Scantrons Tests, Surveys, and Pools Course Content Add Content Adobe Rush: Video Editing Course Menu Edit...
Read MorePosted by Kathryn Zawisza | Jun 25, 2020 | TIPS Workshops
Understanding the various assessment ideas and strategies for remote and hybrid teaching can be difficult. We have many tools available for assessing students but determining the best types of assessments for your remote and/or hybrid class is key. We will explore different approaches to assessment as well as options for traditional assessments in these environments. We recommend that you watch the How-to videos and read the documentation provided here before the session as the sessions will focus on strategies for teaching with the tools as opposed to focusing on how to use the tools.
Read MorePosted by mtprice | May 20, 2020 | TIPS Workshops
The TIPS team offered a two day virtual workshop on remote teaching May 20-21, 2020. Some of the topics discussed included planning and mapping out your course and engaging students in the remote environment.
Read MorePosted by Lesley Speller | Apr 25, 2019 | Grading
Sometimes it can be useful to see all the actions that have been taken with a grade in order to diagnose a problem or research a claim made by a student that they couldn’t submit their assignment. The Grade History can be a great source of information in cases like this.
Read MorePosted by Lesley Speller | Apr 3, 2019 | Grading
At times it can be really useful to know the exact details of a student’s interaction with an assignment or test. On the Grade Details page, you can view a student’s attempts and grade history, assign and edit a grade, and clear and exempt grades.
Read MorePosted by Lesley Speller | Apr 3, 2019 | Grading
Have a student who says they weren’t able to log into your test or says they were only able to see half of the test before something went wrong? You can verify this by checking the test access log for that student’s attempt.
Read MorePosted by Kathryn Zawisza | Mar 12, 2018 | TFSC: Teaching and Faculty Support Center
Tim Kral, February 2018 Wally Cordes Chair and Professor of Biological Sciences, led a discussion on “Attendance: Should it be Mandatory? Should we Care?” In this discussion Dr. Kral presented […]
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