Complete guide to managing exams and assessments in the Academix system
Questions with predefined answer options.
Single correct answer, multiple correct answers
Binary choice questions with true or false options.
True, False statements
Brief text responses with specific word limits.
One-word answers, brief explanations
Long-form written responses with detailed analysis.
Extended responses, analysis questions
Matching items from two columns.
Terms and definitions, concepts and examples
Allow students to upload files as responses.
Documents, images, presentations
Choose the type of assessment (exam, quiz, assignment, project).
Select the subject and class for the assessment.
Provide a clear title and detailed description of the assessment.
Add various types of questions with scoring and feedback.
Set duration and access time windows for the assessment.
Define scoring rubrics and evaluation criteria.
Generate new exams, quizzes, or assignments.
Modify existing assessments before administration.
Set exam dates, times, and room assignments.
Monitor exam progress and ensure security.
Grade submissions and provide feedback.
Access detailed performance analytics and reports.
Export assessment data and reports.
Archive completed assessments for future reference.
Generate a comprehensive assessment with various question types and configurations.
Navigate to the Exams dashboard
Click 'Create New Assessment' or 'Add Assessment'
Select the assessment type (exam, quiz, assignment, project)
Choose the subject and class from the dropdown menus
Enter a clear title and detailed description
Set the assessment duration and time limits
Configure access settings and availability dates
Add questions using the question builder
Set scoring criteria and point values
Preview the assessment for accuracy
Save and publish the assessment
Create various types of questions to assess different learning objectives.
In the assessment builder, click 'Add Question'
Select the question type from the available options
For multiple choice: Enter the question text and add answer options
For true/false: Enter the statement and mark correct answer
For short answer: Set the question and word limit
For essay: Provide the prompt and set character limits
For matching: Create two columns of items to match
For file upload: Set file type restrictions and size limits
Assign point values to each question
Add feedback for correct/incorrect answers
Save the question and continue adding more
Set up exam schedules with specific dates, times, and room assignments.
Go to Exams > Schedule Management
Select the assessment to schedule
Choose the exam date and time
Set the duration and time zone
Assign classrooms or exam venues
Select proctors or supervisors
Configure access windows (start/end times)
Set up any special accommodations
Review the schedule for conflicts
Send notifications to students and teachers
Publish the exam schedule
Monitor and manage online exam administration with security measures.
Access the exam administration dashboard
Select the active exam to monitor
View real-time participant list and status
Monitor for any technical issues or violations
Send announcements to all participants if needed
Handle any access issues or password resets
Monitor submission progress and completion rates
Address any reported problems or questions
Ensure exam security and prevent cheating
Close the exam at the scheduled end time
Grade student submissions and provide detailed feedback.
Navigate to Exams > Grading
Select the assessment to grade
View the list of student submissions
For automated questions: Review auto-graded results
For manual grading: Open each submission
Apply the grading rubric or criteria
Add comments and feedback for each question
Assign scores based on the established criteria
Review the overall assessment score
Save the grades and feedback
Release grades to students when ready
Create comprehensive reports on student performance and assessment effectiveness.
Go to Reports > Assessment Analytics
Select the assessment or time period
Choose the report type (individual, class, comparative)
Include relevant metrics (scores, completion rates, time spent)
Generate question-level analysis
View performance trends and patterns
Identify areas of strength and weakness
Export the report in desired format
Share reports with relevant stakeholders
Use insights to improve future assessments
Create and maintain reusable question banks for efficient assessment creation.
Navigate to Exams > Question Banks
Click 'Create New Question Bank'
Enter a name and description for the bank
Select the subject and topic areas
Add questions to the bank using the question builder
Tag questions with difficulty levels and topics
Set question metadata (type, points, time estimate)
Organize questions into categories or sections
Review and validate all questions in the bank
Save the question bank for future use
Share the bank with other teachers if appropriate
Implement security measures to maintain exam integrity and prevent cheating.
Go to Settings > Exam Security
Configure browser restrictions and lockdown settings
Set up proctoring requirements and monitoring
Enable question randomization and answer shuffling
Configure time limits and access controls
Set up plagiarism detection for written responses
Establish clear exam policies and procedures
Train proctors on security protocols
Test security measures before exam day
Monitor for any security violations during exams
Document and address any security incidents
The Exams & Assessments module provides comprehensive tools for creating, administering, and evaluating various types of academic assessments. It allows teachers to create exams, assignments, and quizzes, manage test schedules, track student performance, and generate detailed analytics. The system supports multiple question types, automated grading, and secure exam administration.
Create and manage various types of assessments including exams, quizzes, assignments, and projects, support multiple question types (multiple choice, essay, short answer, etc.), implement secure exam administration with time limits and access controls, provide automated grading for objective questions, track student performance and generate detailed analytics, manage exam schedules and room assignments, and integrate with the grading system for comprehensive evaluation.
The exams dashboard provides an overview of all assessment activities. It displays upcoming exams, recent results, performance statistics, and assessment analytics. You can view exams by subject, class, or date, and access quick actions for creating new assessments or reviewing results.
To create an assessment: Select the assessment type (exam, quiz, assignment), choose the subject and class, set the title and description, add questions with various types (multiple choice, essay, etc.), configure time limits and access settings, set grading criteria and rubrics, and publish the assessment. The system validates the assessment structure and ensures all required fields are completed.
Support multiple question types including multiple choice, true/false, short answer, essay, matching, and file upload questions. Each question type has specific configuration options for scoring, feedback, and display. Teachers can create question banks and reuse questions across different assessments.
Manage secure exam administration with features like time limits, access controls, and anti-cheating measures. Schedule exams with specific start and end times, assign rooms and proctors, implement question randomization, and monitor exam progress in real-time. Support both online and offline exam modes.
Automatically grade objective questions and provide instant feedback to students. Support manual grading for subjective questions with rubrics and scoring guides. Calculate final scores, generate grade reports, and provide detailed feedback on performance. Integrate with the main grading system for comprehensive evaluation.
Generate comprehensive analytics on student performance, question difficulty, and assessment effectiveness. View detailed reports on individual student performance, class averages, question analysis, and trend analysis. Identify areas for improvement and track progress over time.
Schedule exams with specific dates, times, and durations. Manage exam conflicts and room assignments. Send notifications to students and teachers about upcoming exams. Coordinate with the timetable system to avoid scheduling conflicts.
Create clear and unambiguous questions, establish consistent grading criteria, maintain exam security and integrity, provide adequate time for completion, regularly review and update question banks, backup assessment data regularly, train staff on proper exam administration procedures, and maintain clear communication about exam policies and procedures.