Instructors have the ability to create content for cross-listed courses with multiple sections. Although the content may be the same across sections, instructors may decide to adminsiter different quizzes to each group (i.e. different times or set of questions). This...
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How do I add multimedia elements to quiz questions in Brightspace?
When building a quiz in Brightspace, it is possible to add multimedia elements to questions in addition to text. You can use this option to create different forms of quiz questions or to offer a further explanation within a question. This guide will provide...
How do I approximate numeric questions from CourseSpaces for math quizzes in Brightspace?
Although it is possible to approximate numeric questions between the two platforms, for best results we recommend that you use Crowdmark to create and assess math quizzes. More information on Crowdmark can be found on the Instructor Help page under the...
How do I add questions from a quiz, survey, or self-assessment to the question library?
If you created a quiz, survey, or self-assessment but did not add the questions in them to the question library, you can still do it in case you wish to use those questions in the future. 1. Navigate to the Quizzes tool in Brightspace. 2....
Can I view the grades of a quiz that is not linked to the Brightspace gradebook?
By default, a newly created quiz will not be associated with the gradebook and will, therefore, not contribute to the final grade. You can check this by going to the Assessment tab in any given quiz and looking at the grade item section. If it is "None", then...
How do I disable Brightspace email and instant messages during a quiz?
Brightspace offers participants the possibility to communicate with one another by means of two communication systems, Instant Messages and Email. Both options are available by clicking the Message alerts icon in the alerts menu. While instant messages will...
How do I create/update an answer key for a written response question in Brightspace?
Answer keys can help instructors maintain consistency in the overall grading process when multiple graders are involved. Answer keys can be associated with the questions they refer to in a quiz and will only be visible to markers, who can be teaching...
How can I create Brightspace quizzes and quiz questions in bulk by using a CSV file?
The following guide on the Quiz Converter Tool may be most helpful when you already have a pre-existing Word document or PDF with all your questions and answers. What is the Quiz Converter Tool? The Quiz converter tool allows users to create...
How does the quiz grace period work?
The New Quiz Creation Experience has become permanent in Brightspace since July 28, 2023. In the “New Quiz Creation Experience”, we can no longer assign a “Grace Period” for Quiz timing.
How can I improve the security of a quiz in Brightspace?
There are currently two ways to adjust your Brightspace quiz security against unwanted access: Password: You may set a password that you provide to your students so that only those with the password may access the quiz. IP Address: You can limit access to the...
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