This article guides you through the steps to configure the settings of your assessment on TeachUp, including question format, response time, and score conditioning.
Table of contents
- Access assessment settings
- Set global assessment settings
- Define question format
- Define response time
- Set score conditioning
- Confirm settings
Access assessment settings
To begin configuring your assessment, follow these steps:
- Click the gear-shaped button at the top left of your assessment.
- Alternatively, access settings from the assessment’s end screen by clicking "Edit" under the score gauge.
Define global assessment settings
In the settings window, you can customize several elements of your assessment.
In an assessment, settings follow a strict hierarchy to determine their application. These settings cover three main elements: question format, draw order, and response time.
Hierarchy of Settings:
- Individual Question Settings: highest priority. If a parameter (format, order, time) is set for a question, it overrides the settings for subsections and the overall assessment.
- Subsection Settings: intermediate priority. Parameters defined at the subsection level override the global settings but can be further modified at the question level.
- Global Settings: default. These apply to the entire assessment unless specific subsections or questions have different settings.
Define Question Format
You can select a global format for all questions in the assessment:
- Open-ended question
- Multiple Choice
- Swipe cards
- Mystery cards
- Words Master
- Word Search puzzle
- Hidden answer
Define General Randomization Order
To set the general randomization order, choose one of the following options:
- "Linear Order": Questions are presented in sequence.
- "Random Sub-sections": Sub-sections appear in random order.
- "Fully Random": All questions in the assessment appear in a random order.
Define Response Time
To set a time limit for answering all questions, follow these steps:
- Specify a default time for each question.
- If you do not want to impose a time limit, set the time to 0.
Set Score Conditioning
You can condition the assessment score by setting a threshold above which a participant is considered to have passed or failed. Additionally, you can customize messages based on the score achieved, which will be displayed on the participant’s end screen.
Define the passing score
The passing threshold, or minimum score required to pass, is represented by a green flag on the gauge. By default, this threshold is set at 70%. To adjust it:
- Drag the green flag to adjust the desired minimum score.
- Click the flag to open a window where you can customize the message shown to participants if they pass.
You can personalize your text by adding bold (textBold-1) or italic text (textItalic-1) and include emojis 🙌.
Customize additional scores
In addition to the passing threshold, you can also set a message for participants who did not achieve this score:
- Click the round icon on the far left of the gauge.
- A window will open where you can personalize the message shown to participants if they fail.
Confirm Settings
Once all settings are defined, click "Confirm" to validate them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I set an unlimited time for questions within an assessment?
To allow participants unlimited time to answer questions, set the time to 0.
Can I change the assessment settings after it has been created?
Yes, you can modify the settings anytime by accessing the assessment and clicking the ⚙ button or via the assessment’s end screen.
Does the global question format apply if I’ve already set a format for each question?
No, if an individual format is set for a question, it will take precedence over the global format.