You Tests are a great tool for quickly assessing student’s knowledege. Blackboard Ultra tests have a number of options for creating tests in Ultra
Once you’ve added you questions you’ll need to adjust the assignment settings
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range of question types including Multiple Choice, Essay questions and Fill in the Blanks.
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The easiest way to create a simple test is to add questions manually. For tests with 10+ questions we recommend uploading test questions using a file.
\uD83D\uDCD8 Instructions
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If using this option remember to set automatic feedback in the test settings.*
You can edit and delete questions by clicking on the ellipsis (three dots)
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Key test settings including Due date, Marking, Time limits and Number of attempts, these can can be accessed on the right of the questions.
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Attempts allowed
The default is 1 attempt, but you can set multiple attempts for students by clicking on 1 attempt and using the drop down to increase the number.
Time limits, Due dates, Release dates and Exceptions
You have a number of tools that restrict the amount of time students can access their test.
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It is good practice to use a due date or time limit to prevent students saving draft submissions. |
Time limit: You can set the time limit for your test to restrict the amount of time your student spends in the test. The time limit starts once the student starts the test.
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Selecting Add or edit exemptions allows you to exempt the student’s mark from their final mark. Selecting Add or Edit exceptions brings up additional options that allows you to change access timings or attempts for just this one test.
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Assessment Results and Feedback
The default marking setting is ‘Post marks automatically when assessment is marked’, this setting shows shows the student their score straight after they have finished the test and submitted their answers. Click on ‘Change mark posting setting’ to access more settings for marks.
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Remember to save your settings.
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Accessing tests in Gradebook
When you create a test, a Gradebook listing and column is created automatically. Students can access the test via the Course Content area or through Gradebook.
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