The Quizzes tool is designed to facilitate online assessments through structured question formats. It supports a wide range of question types, including multiple choice, true/false, short answer, matching, and written response, making it useful for both formative knowledge checks throughout your course and summative evaluations such as midterms or final exams.

Instructors can configure quizzes with time limits, availability windows, randomized questions, and automatic grading options to streamline evaluation. The tool also provides detailed analytics on student performance, helping educators identify learning gaps and adjust their teaching accordingly.

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See how to create a Quiz, add questions, and link the quiz to a grade book item.

Create a quiz

Step 1: Create the quiz

• Click Quizzes on the navbar

• Click the blue New Quiz button

• Write the quiz name in the Name field (use the same name you used/will use in Grades)

• Add the total points, due date, and create an associated Grades tool item if applicable.

Step 2: Add questions

• To add a new question use the blue Add button and choose New Question

• Use the question editor to write out your question. See the preview on the right side of the screen

• Click Options at the upper right to add feedback

• When you're done you can either click Save, or use the up arrow next to Save to continue adding more questions 

Step 3: Choose evaluation and feedback settings

• Click the Evaluation and Feedback tab on the right hand side of the page.

• Check the box that says "Auto-publish attempt results immediately upon completion" if all your questions can be auto-graded by the system

• Check "Synchronize to grade book on publish" if you'd like the score to go to the Grades tool.

• Select the type of feedback you want students to see using the "When published, display to learners:" options.