Blackboard Assessments FAQ

• How do I create an online quiz/test?
• How do I view the scores of a test/quiz I have given my students?

FAQs

How do I create an online quiz/test?

1. In the Control Panel, Click Test manager
2. Click the + Add Test button
3. Enter the Test Name
4. Enter a Description if necessary
5. Enter Test Instructions if necessary
6. Click Submit
7. Click Creation Settings
8. In this area you can customize the test options to your needs
9. Click Submit once you have set the preferred options.
10. Click Ok
11. Select the Question type from the drop down menu next to the Add area. (For a full description of each question type go to http://www.itd.depaul.edu/website/faculty/TechnologyTools/Blackboard/CourseDesignTips/AssessmentTips/
12. Click Go
13. Enter the Question Text
14. Enter the Point Value
15. Select the correct answer (note there are different options for feedback based on the question type you choose). For a full list of question types click here (go to
16. Click Submit
17. Click on the Control Panel
18. Select the content area where you would like the quiz to appear (for example Course Content)
19. Click the + Test button
20. Select the test name from the Add Test list
21. Click Ok
22. Click the Modify Test options link
23. Next to Make the Link Available select the Yes button
24. In this area you can also choose to allow multiple attempts, set a time limit for the quiz and set dates when the quiz can be taken. You can also decide what feedback a student receives and if the quiz will be shown all at once or one question at a time. You can also randomize questions so that each student receives the questions in a different order.
25. Once you have set the options click Submit

How do I view the scores of a test/quiz I have given my students?

1. In the Control Panel, go to Grade Center.
2. A column has been automatically created for your quiz/test.
3. If the student completed the test you will see a score next to their name.
4. If you see a piece of paper with a pencil next to a student name, it means they are currently taking the test
5. If you see a yellow box with an exclamation point, it means the student had a problem with the test.

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