Coursework (faculty)

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This page describes the usage of coursework for faculty.

Coursework Types

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Coursework builder

Coursework is categerized into the following types. These types are for categorization purposes only and have no internal meaning to the system. For example, a term paper can be categorized as an assignment or writing. It is up to the instructor to interprete them based on their classroom usage.

  • Assignment
  • Attendance
  • Class Notes
  • Exam
  • Hand out
  • Homework
  • Presenatation
  • Projects
  • Quiz
  • Reading
  • Writing

Features of Coursework

  • Attach supporting documents and websites
  • Attach a rubric for assessment
  • Set whether coursework will be graded (coursework such as class notes are usually not graded)
  • Assign due date and due time
  • Assign number of points
  • Assign release time: faculty can decide when student see just the title or the entire content of the coursework
  • Set online submission settings
    • Can students submit online
    • Can students resubmit after a submission
    • Can students submit after due date
  • Assign the same coursework to multiple classes, each with different titles, due dates and scores
  • Reuse a coursework for a new class
  • Discuss a coursework with students using the attached discussion board
  • Grade student submissions using a rubric

How to Create a Coursework

  • From classroom menu select coursework
  • Select new coursework
  • Enter information and press save

How to Grade a Coursework

See also