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Aksum University

Prepared By:
Writer: Abadi Desta & Dawit Gidey

Office: eLearning Directorate

for

12/22/2024
Guideline
eLearning

Instructors
About:

Aksum University, established in 2007, is dedicated to advancing education, research, and

community service.

The university has been actively integrating Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
into its teaching and learning processes to enhance educational quality and accessibility. This
integration includes the development of e-learning platforms aimed at providing flexible and
effective educational opportunities for students.

The primary objectives of Aksum University's e-learning initiatives include:

• Enhancing Teaching and Learning: By incorporating ICT, the university aims to

improve the effectiveness of the teaching-learning process, making education more
engaging and accessible for students.

• Faculty Development: The university has organized training programs to equip faculty
members with the necessary tools and strategies to improve online education (i.e. online
exam and share a resource) and engage students more effectively.

• Expanding Access to Education: Through e-learning platforms, Aksum University

seeks to provide educational opportunities to a broader audience, including those who
may face geographical or time constraints.

• Supporting Research and Community Service: The e-learning initiatives are also
aligned with the university's broader objectives of promoting research and serving the
community by providing accessible educational resources and training.

These objectives reflect Aksum University's commitment to leveraging technology to enhance

educational outcomes.
Contents

Executive Summary ...................................................................................................................... 6

Logging In & Authorization ..................................................................................................... 7
Navigate to the eLearning page: ............................................................................................ 7
Login Process ......................................................................................................................... 7
Organizing Courses & Content .............................................................................................. 22
Enrolled a New Course from SMIS by sync.......................Error! Bookmark not defined.
My Course ..................................................................................................................................... 23
A. Contents Course Menu .................................................................................................... 23
1. Course Menu .................................................................................................................. 25
2. Settings ........................................................................................................................... 26
3. Participants ..................................................................................................................... 34
4. Grade .............................................................................................................................. 47
5. Reports ........................................................................................................................... 57
6. More ............................................................................................................................... 62
B. Contents Quiz Menu ........................................................................................................ 68
1. Quiz ................................................................................................................................ 69
2. Quiz Setting .................................................................................................................... 70
3. Questions ........................................................................................................................ 84
4. Results ............................................................................................................................ 86
5. Question Bank ................................................................................................................ 90
Type of Question ....................................................................................................................... 98
1. Multiple Choice ............................................................................................................ 100
2. True/False ..................................................................................................................... 100
3. Matching....................................................................................................................... 100
4. Short Answer ................................................................................................................ 101
5. Numerical ..................................................................................................................... 101
6. Essay............................................................................................................................. 101
7. Calculated ..................................................................................................................... 101
8. Calculated Multichoice ................................................................................................ 102
9. Calculated Simple ........................................................................................................ 102
10. Drag and Drop into Text ........................................................................................... 102
 11. Drag and Drop Markers ............................................................................................ 102
12. Drag and Drop onto Image ....................................................................................... 103
13. Embedded Answers (Cloze) ..................................................................................... 103
14. Random Short-Answer Matching ............................................................................. 103
15. Select Missing Words ............................................................................................... 103
16. Other - Description ................................................................................................... 104
Tips of Important Steps ............................................................................................................... 104
How to Add/Edit Questions in the Quiz: .................................................................................... 104
How to Add a Random Question from the Question Bank: ....................................................... 112
Additional Information: ....................................................................................................... 113
1. Question Bank Overview: ............................................................................................... 113
2. Viewing and Managing Questions: ................................................................................. 114
3. Editing or Deleting Questions: ........................................................................................ 114
4. Managing Multiple Questions: ........................................................................................ 115
5. Creating New Questions: ................................................................................................. 115
6. Adding Random Questions to the Quiz: .......................................................................... 115
How to Prepare exam ................................................................................................................ 116
Step 1: Log in to eLearning ................................................................................................. 116
Step 2: Navigate to the Course ............................................................................................ 116
Step 3: Add the Quiz Activity ............................................................................................. 116
Step 4: Configure Quiz Settings .......................................................................................... 116
Step 5: Add Questions ......................................................................................................... 117
Step 6: Preview and Test ..................................................................................................... 117
Step 7: Save and Finalize..................................................................................................... 117
Step 8: Notify Students ........................................................................................................ 117
How to prepare Question to Question Bank ............................................................................... 118
Step 1: Access the Course ................................................................................................... 118
Step 2: Open the Question Bank.......................................................................................... 118
Step 3: Organize with Categories ........................................................................................ 118
Step 4: Add Questions ......................................................................................................... 118
Step 5: Configure Question Details ..................................................................................... 118
Step 6: Preview Questions ................................................................................................... 119
 Step 7: Add Questions to a Quiz ......................................................................................... 119
Step 8: Finalize and Test ..................................................................................................... 119
How to prepare Question format .............................................................................................. 119
Step 1: Understand the Format ............................................................................................ 119
Step 2: Write Questions ....................................................................................................... 120
Step 3: Save the File ............................................................................................................ 120
Step 4: Import to eLearning ................................................................................................. 120
Common Mistakes to Avoid ................................................................................................ 121
Example for Advanced Use ....................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
 Executive Summary

1. Getting Started as an Instructor:

o Introduces the basics of accessing the platform.
o Covers managing users, adding users at the course level, editing user details, and
exporting participant lists.
o Includes guidance on sending messages and understanding user roles.
2. Logging In & Authorization:
o Outlines the login process, especially for first-time users.
o Explains authorization and user access controls.
3. Organizing Courses & Content:
o Guidance on adding files, activities, and organizing course layouts, navigation,
and content structure.
o Includes advanced options for course backup and restoration.
4. Managing Quizzes & Question Banks:
o Techniques for organizing question banks and adding questions to them or
directly to quizzes.
o Detailed walkthrough of quiz settings, including creation, management of
attempts, and advanced features.
Logging In & Authorization

Navigate to the eLearning page:

o Copy and put on URL browser: http://10.189.2.132/

Login Process

A. Home Page
B. Login Page

 Use Unique -ID for secure access for Instructors and Students/Participants even for system
admin to login first you have to a member of SIMS.

 All Members of eLearning Username is SIMS ID and password is your own password

 While change a password use a heterogeneous password mean minimum must be contains
an Upper case, Lower case, Numeric and Symbol with the minimum character of eight.

 Fill text area User Name and Password. For new User

1. Instructors:
 Instructors or course owner log in with roles that allow course management and
content creation.
 if you are a new member of eLearning use User Name your SIMS ID and
Password: Teacher@123
2. Students/Participants:
 Students can log in using the credentials provided by the eLearning administrator
(usually a username and password).
  if you are a new member of eLearning use User Name your SIMS ID and
Password: Stud@123

SIMS USER NAME

Password

C. Password Management

• Password Reset:

o Users can reset their password using the “Forgotten your username or password?” link
on the login page. This sends an email with a reset link.

• Admin Password Reset:

o As an administrator, you can manually reset a user's password.

o Instructors can contact to an admin focal person for reset password.

A. Home Page Instructors

Instructors home page have header menu

1. Home 5. Notification
2. Dashboard 6. Message
3. My Course 7. User Profile
4. All Courses 8. Edit mode
1. Home

➢ Display all course that Available courses

2. Dashboard

➢ Display all that you enrolled courses

3. My Course

➢ Display a list of all course that enroll for you.

4. All Courses

➢ Display a list of all course that are enrolled for the user.
5. Notification

➢ Alert all new massage

6. Message

➢ Display and write a message

7. User Profile
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1. Accessibility

• This likely leads to options or settings that improve the usability of eLearning for users
with disabilities, such as screen reader compatibility or text size adjustments.
2. Profile

• A section where users can view and update their personal details, such as their name,
photo, or contact information.

Click to update a
profile
 Click expand all a
profile detail

3. Grades

• Provides access to grades for enrolled courses, allowing students to view their
performance and progress.
4. Calendar

• Displays upcoming events, deadlines, or activities related to the user’s courses.

5. Private Files

• A storage area where users can upload and manage personal files, which might be used
for assignments or projects.
6. Reports

• Typically, accessible to instructors or administrators, it provides insights into course

activity, participation, and other analytics. For students, it might show personal progress
reports.

7. Preferences

• Allows users to customize their eLearning experience, such as notification settings,

preferred language, and password changes.
After Click on “Chang Password”
8. Log Out

• A button to securely exit the eLearning system.

1. Edit mode
➢ For everything add resource or activity first you have to edit mode is on first
click on ‘Dashboard’ to display ‘Edit Mode’
➢ Then you can add a book, add activity resource and other.
Organizing Courses & Content

A. How to edit mode is on

o Firest click on ‘Dashboard’ the on or off an edit mode

1st Click

You can turn

on or off

B. You can get in ‘My courses ‘

 Here is the active Course

My Course
A. Contents Course Menu
1. Course 4. Grades
2. Setting 5. Reports
3. Participants 6. More
1. Course Menu

Check Edit mode

is on

1. Add a Block:

Blocks in eLearning provide additional functionality, like calendars, reminders, or navigation.

A. Turn Editing Mode On:

o Click on the Dashboard Header Menu.
o Click on the gear icon in the top-right corner.
o Select turn editing menu on.
B. Add a Block:
o Scroll to the bottom-left (or right, depending on your theme).
o Click Add a block.
o Choose the desired block (e.g., Calendar, Recent Activity, etc.) from the pop-up
list.
C. Position the Block:
 o Drag and drop the block to a preferred position on the page (if allowed by the
theme).

2. Add an Activity or Resource:

Activities and resources allow you to create interactive content or share materials with students.

1. Turn Editing Mode On:

o Follow the same process as above to enable editing.
2. Select a Section:
o Choose the section where you want to add the activity or resource.
3. Add Activity/Resource:
o Click Add an activity or resource in the section.
o A pop-up window will appear, displaying all available activities (like quizzes,
assignments) and resources (like files, URLs).
o Select the one you want to add (e.g., Assignment or File).
o Fill in the necessary details, then click Save and Return to Course.

3. Add a Topic (Course Section):

Adding a topic helps organize your course into manageable sections.

1. Turn Editing Mode On:

o As described earlier.
2. Add a Section:
o Scroll to the bottom of the course page.
o Click + Add topics or + Add sections (depending on your ELearning version).
o Enter the number of topics/sections to add and click Add topics.
3. Edit the Section:
o Click the pencil icon next to the section title to rename it.
o Add a summary or description (optional).

2. Settings

When configuring or updating an eLearning course, you’ll encounter various sections. Below is
an overview of each term and its purpose:
1. General

This section allows you to define the basic details of your course.

• Course full name: The full title of your course, visible to all users.
• Course short name: A shorter version of the course name, often displayed in the
navigation or breadcrumb trail.
• Course category: The organizational grouping under which the course falls (e.g.,
Science, Humanities).
• Visibility: Set whether the course is visible to students or hidden (e.g., for development
purposes).
• Course start and end dates: Determines when the course begins and ends for students.
2. Description

The description section provides details about the course for enrolled or prospective students.

• Course summary: A brief overview of the course content, objectives, and target
audience.
• Course summary files: Upload images or files to complement the course summary (e.g.,
course logo, syllabus).
3. Course Format

Defines how the course will be displayed to students.

• Weekly format: Organized into weeks with start and end dates.
• Topics format: Divides the course into topic-based sections, not tied to specific dates.
• Single activity format: Focuses on one specific activity, such as a quiz or forum.
• Collapsed topics: Allows topics or weeks to be displayed in a collapsible format for
better navigation.
• Number of sections: Determines the number of weeks or topics displayed.
4. Appearance

Controls the visual presentation of the course.

• Course layout: Choose between showing all sections on one page or one section per
page.
• Language: Set a default language for the course (useful for multilingual platforms).
• Gradebook visibility: Allow or hide gradebook access for students.

5. Files and Uploads

Manage file settings and restrictions for the course.

• Maximum upload size: Specifies the largest file size students or teachers can upload.
• Allowed file types: Restrict uploads to specific formats (e.g., PDF, DOCX).
6. Completion Tracking

Enable tracking of students' progress through the course.

• Enable completion tracking: Allows students and teachers to monitor activity

completion.
• Activity completion settings: Configure completion criteria (e.g., view a resource,
achieve a specific grade).
• Course completion: Define what it takes for the course to be marked as complete (e.g.,
finish all activities).

7. Groups

Control how students interact within the course.

• Group mode:
o No groups: All students participate in activities together.
 o Separate groups: Students only see and interact with their group.
o Visible groups: Students can see other groups but not interact with them.
• Groupings: A collection of groups, allowing for more complex group management.

8. Role Renaming

Customize the names of roles within the course.

• Example: Rename "Teacher" to "Facilitator" or "Student" to "Participant."

• Helps align terminology with the course's context or organization preferences.
9. Tags

Tags help in categorizing and finding courses.

• Course tags: Add relevant keywords (e.g., "Math," "Science," "Online Learning") to
improve discoverability.
• Tags can be used for filtering or searching courses on the platform.
3. Participants
The Participants menu in an eLearning course provides access to a list of users enrolled in the
course, along with their roles, activity statuses, and other relevant information. Here's a
breakdown of its details and functionalities:

1. List of Participants

• Displays all users enrolled in the course.

• Shows details like:
o Name: The user's full name.
o Email Address: Visible based on privacy settings.
o Role: Indicates the user's role (e.g., Teacher, Student).
o Status: Displays whether the user is active or suspended.
o Last Access: The last time the user accessed the course.
2. Export Participants
3. Role Editing
4. Filters

• Use filters to search for specific users or groups:

o Keyword Search: Search by name, email, or other criteria.
o Role Filter: Filter participants by role (e.g., Student, Teacher).
o Enrollment Method: Filter users based on how they were enrolled (manual, self-
enrollment, etc.).
o Group Membership: Show users in specific groups if groups are set up.

5. Enrollment Methods

• Manage how users are added to the course:

o Manual Enrollment: Add users directly.
o Self-Enrollment: Allow users to enroll themselves.
o Cohort Enrollment: Enroll a group of users at once.
Bulk Actions

Select multiple users using checkboxes and apply actions such as:

• Send a Message: Communicate with selected participants.

• Edit Roles: Change the role of selected users.
• Unenroll Users: Remove users from the course.
• Add to Groups: Assign participants to specific groups.
 1. Enrollments

Enrollment refers to adding users to an eLearning course, giving them access and assigning
specific roles.

Enrollment Methods

eLearning offers several ways to enroll users in a course:

1. Manual Enrollment:
o Teachers or administrators manually add participants to the course.
o Ideal for small courses or when specific users need access.
o Steps:
1. Go to the My Course
2. Go to the Participants page.
3. Click on Enroll users.
4. Select the user(s) and assign a role (e.g., Student, Teacher).
2. Self-Enrollment:
o Allows users to enroll themselves in a course.
o Often requires a course enrollment key (password) for controlled access.
o Steps:
1. Enable Self-Enrollment under Enrollment Methods in the course settings.
 2. Set an optional enrollment key.
3. Cohort Sync:
o Automatically enrolls a predefined group of users (cohort) into a course.
o Best for large-scale enrollments (e.g., entire departments).
4. Guest Access:
o Allows users to view course materials without formal enrollment.
o Often used for public or informational courses.

Managing Enrollments

• Suspend enrollments for users who no longer need access.

• Unenrolled users when they no longer require access to the course.

2. Groups

Groups in eLearning allow segmentation of participants within a course, enabling tailored

interactions and management.
Types of Groups

1. No Groups:
o All participants interact in a single, shared environment.
 2. Separate Groups:
o Members of one group cannot see or interact with members of other groups.
o Useful for courses with multiple sections or private group activities.
3. Visible Groups:
o Members of one group can see other groups but cannot interact with them.

Group Management

• Create Groups:
1. Go to Participants → Groups.
2. Click Create Group.
3. Add details like group name and description.
 • Add Members:
o Add users to groups manually or use auto-creation options.
• Groupings:
o A grouping is a collection of groups.
o Used to assign activities to specific groupings.

Uses of Groups

• Assignments: Restrict submissions to group members.

• Forums: Set up group-specific discussions.
• Quizzes: Provide group-based attempts or feedback.
• Custom Activities: Use groups to tailor content delivery.

3. Permissions

Permissions define what actions users can perform within an eLearning course.

Roles and Capabilities

1. Roles:
o Define a user’s responsibilities and permissions in a course.
o Common roles include:
▪ Teacher: Full control of course content and management.
 ▪ Non-Editing Teacher: Can grade and interact but cannot edit content.
▪ Student: Limited to interacting with course materials.
▪ Guest: Minimal permissions, often restricted to viewing content.
2. Capabilities:
o Fine-grained permissions that define specific actions a role can perform (e.g., "view
course," "submit assignment").
o Can be customized at the system, course, or activity level.

Managing Permissions

• Assign Roles:
1. Go to Participants → Enrolled Users.
2. Click the pencil icon next to a user and select a role.

Gradebook Overview

1. Gradebook Navigation Menu:

o View: Shows different ways to view the gradebook (e.g., Grader report, Grade
history, Overview report).
o Grader report: This is the default view and shows all students and their grades
for various activities.
 o Grade history: Displays the history of grade changes.
o Overview report: A summary of students' grades across the course.
o Rubrics report: View grades based on rubrics if used.
o Single view: Allows viewing and editing the grade for a specific student or
activity.
2. Participants and Grade Grouping:
o The table lists all participants in the course and displays their grades for various
activities (e.g., quizzes, assignments).
o Name and Username: Display the participant’s name and username.
o Email address: Displays the student’s email.
o Grade columns: Lists the students’ grades for each course activity (e.g., Quiz,
Natural, Course Total).
o Overall Average: Shows the average grade across all activities for each student.
3. Filtering:
o First Name / Last Name Filter: Allows you to sort participants alphabetically by
their first or last name.
o Grade Filter: Allows you to filter based on specific grade letters (A, B, C, etc.)
or custom grade settings.
4. Gradebook Setup & Configuration:
o Gradebook Setup: This menu lets you configure how grading works in the
course. You can set up grade categories, weightings for assignments, and overall
grade calculations.
o Course Grade Settings: Configure global settings for how grades are calculated
and displayed.
o Scales & Grade Letters: Set up custom grading scales or letter grades.
o Import / Export: Import or export grade data (useful for large courses or
backups).
5. Participants' Grades:
o Individual Student Grades: You can click on the student's name to view or edit
their individual grades for different activities.
o For example, if a student has no grade for a Quiz activity, it will be marked with a
“-” sign.

4. Grade
View

These options are used to analyze grades and gain insights into the grading progress and
individual student performance.

1. Grader Report (Default):

o Displays all participants and their grades for each activity in a tabular format.
o Allows for manual grade entry or editing directly in the report (if allowed).
o Includes columns for each activity, the course total, and student details like name
and email.
2. Grade History:
o Tracks all changes made to grades over time.
o Displays details such as:
▪ The user who made the change.
▪ The date and time of the change.
▪ The original and updated grade.
o Useful for auditing grade modifications.
3. Overview Report:
o Provides an overview of a student’s grades across all courses they are enrolled in.
o Allows instructors and admins to view individual progress across multiple courses
in one place.
4. Rubrics Report:
o Displays grades for activities graded with rubrics.
o Shows detailed breakdowns of rubric criteria and how students scored on each.
o Facilitates analysis of strengths and weaknesses based on rubric evaluation.

5. Single View (Focused Grading):

o Offers a streamlined view for:
▪ Grades of a single student across all activities.
▪ Grades for a single activity across all students.
o Allows bulk updates or overrides for specific grades in a focused environment.
6. Grade Summary:
o Provides a concise summary of grades for all students.
o Can include totals, averages, and other summary statistics for the course.
Setup

These options help configure and customize how grades are organized and calculated.

1. Gradebook Setup:
o Manage grade items and categories.
o Features include:
▪ Adding new grade items (manual or linked to activities).
▪ Organizing activities into categories (e.g., quizzes, assignments).
▪ Setting weights for categories or grade items for aggregation.
o Adjust hierarchy and grading methods (e.g., weighted mean, simple aggregation).

2. Course Grade Settings:

o Configure how course grades are calculated and displayed.
o Options include:
▪ Aggregation methods (e.g., mean of grades, sum of grades).
▪ Display settings (e.g., letter grades, percentages).
▪ Visibility of grades to students.
3. Preferences for the Grader Report:
o Customize how the Grader Report is displayed, including:
▪ The number of students per page.
▪ Whether to show/hide averages, ranges, and specific columns.
▪ Decimal precision for grades.
More

Additional tools for advanced grading and grade management.

1. Scales:
o Custom non-numeric grading scales (e.g., Pass/Fail, Satisfactory/Needs
Improvement).
o Can be applied to activities instead of numeric grades.

2. Grade Letters:
o Define custom letter grades (e.g., A, B, C) and their corresponding numeric
ranges.
o Adjust thresholds to match institutional standards.
3. Import:
o Upload grades into the Gradebook using files (e.g., CSV, XML).
o Allows mapping of imported data to existing grade items.
4. Export:
o Download the Gradebook in various formats (e.g., CSV, Excel).
o Useful for analysis, sharing, or backup.
5. Reports
1. Competency Breakdown

• Purpose: This report allows instructors to track how well students are meeting specific
competencies or learning objectives within the course.
• Features:
o Displays individual competencies that are linked to course activities.
o Shows students' progress towards mastering each competency.
o Useful for competency-based education or courses that are structured around
specific learning outcomes.

2. Logs

• Purpose: The Logs report provides detailed information on all actions taken by
participants in the course, such as accessing resources, submitting assignments, or
participating in activities.
• Features:
o Filter by user: Allows filtering of logs based on individual participants to see
their activity history.
o Filter by action: Includes different actions such as views, edits, submissions, etc.
o Filter by date: You can choose a specific date range to view logs from.
o Tracking actions: Great for auditing and monitoring engagement or for
troubleshooting specific issues (e.g., missing submissions or broken links).
3. Live Logs

• Purpose: The Live Logs report shows real-time activity of students in the course. This is
useful for monitoring ongoing engagement during a session or class.
• Features:
o Displays activity as it happens, such as students accessing resources, attempting
quizzes, or participating in discussions.
o Often used by instructors during live classes or for monitoring a busy course.
o Provides an up-to-date view of who is doing what in the course at any given
moment.
4. Activity Report

• Purpose: The Activity Report provides a breakdown of student engagement with

specific activities and resources in the course.
• Features:
o Shows which activities each student has accessed, and if applicable, whether they
have completed them.
o Details per activity: You can see the number of views or interactions with each
course activity (e.g., assignments, quizzes, forums).
o Completion status: Helps to track if students are on track to finish activities.
5. Course Participation

• This report tracks student participation in the course, especially in forums, quizzes, and
other interactive activities.
• Features:
o Forum participation: Shows how often and how much students have
participated in forum discussions.
o Quiz participation: Tracks when students have started or completed quizzes and
their participation rate.
o Overall engagement: Helps track how actively students are engaging with the
course materials and discussions.
7. Activity Completion

• Purpose: The Activity Completion report helps instructors see whether students have
completed course activities based on pre-defined criteria (e.g., passing grades, viewing
resources, completing assignments).
• Features:
o Completion criteria: Shows students' progress according to the completion
settings (e.g., marked complete after viewing, submitting work, or achieving a
grade).
o Completion status: Displays a clear visual of whether activities are marked as
complete, incomplete, or not yet attempted.
o Detailed progress tracking: Helps ensure students are on track to complete the
course, making it easier for teachers to identify students who may need additional
support.
6. More
1. Question Bank

• A repository where instructors can create, store, and organize questions for quizzes and
other assessments.
• Key Features:
o Question Categories: Organize questions into folders for better management.
o Types of Questions: Supports multiple formats, such as:
▪ Multiple choice
▪ True/false
▪ Essay
▪ Short answer
▪ Matching
▪ Numerical
o Randomization: Create quizzes with randomized questions from the bank.
o Preview and Edit: Test questions before using them in assessments.
• Use the Question Bank to build reusable question sets for consistent assessments across
courses.
2. Content Bank

• A repository for storing reusable content, specifically interactive materials created using
H5P.
• Key Features:
o H5P Integration: Create, store, and manage H5P interactive content (e.g.,
quizzes, videos, presentations).
o Sharing: Share content with other instructors or courses.
o Version Control: Update and manage content versions.
• Centralize multimedia resources for interactive student engagement.
3. Course Completion

• Track and manage student progress toward completing a course.

• Key Features:
o Completion Criteria:
▪ Grade requirements
▪ Activity completion (e.g., assignments, quizzes)
▪ Manual completion by teachers
o Reports: View detailed course completion reports for all students.
o Customizable: Define specific requirements for students to "complete" a course.
• Monitor progress and ensure students meet learning outcomes.
4. Badges

• Reward students with digital badges for achieving milestones.

• Key Features:
o Criteria-Based Awards:
▪ Automatic: Based on grades, activity completion, or course completion.
▪ Manual: Awarded by the instructor.
o Display: Students can display earned badges on their profiles or export them to
external platforms like Open Badges.
o Customization: Design and upload custom badge images.
• Motivate learners through gamification and recognition of achievements.
5. Competencies

• Track skill or knowledge acquisition through competency frameworks.

• Key Features:
o Frameworks: Create or import competency frameworks (e.g., professional
standards or curriculum goals).
o Link Competencies to Activities: Map competencies to specific tasks or
assessments.
o Learning Plans: Assign individual plans to students to track their progress in
achieving competencies.
o Reports: Generate reports showing student achievement for each competency.
• Ensure alignment with institutional or industry standards and track student readiness.
6. Filters

• Customize how content is displayed in eLearning.

• Key Features:
o Text Filters: Automatically convert URLs into clickable links, embed multimedia
(e.g., videos), or apply special formatting to text.
o Available Filters:
▪ Math filters (e.g., TeX or MathJax for equations)
▪ Multimedia filters for audio/video embedding
o Course-Level Settings: Enable or disable filters for specific courses.
• Best Use: Enhance the user experience by automating content display adjustments.

7. Certificates

• Generate and issue certificates to students upon course completion.

• Key Features:
o Customization:
▪ Add course name, completion date, student name, and other variables.
▪ Design certificates with templates (e.g., PDF layouts).
o Automatic Issuance: Award certificates upon meeting specific criteria (e.g.,
course completion, grade thresholds).
o Records: Track issued certificates.
• Provide tangible recognition of accomplishments for students.
8. Course Reuse

• Manage content reuse across courses to save time and maintain consistency.
• Key Features:
o Backup: Create a complete copy of a course (including activities, resources, and
settings).
o Restore: Use backups to recreate courses in the same or a different ELearning
site.
o Import: Copy selected activities or resources into another course.
o Reset: Clear course-specific data (e.g., student submissions) while retaining
structure and content.
• Simplify course preparation for new terms or classes by reusing existing materials.

B. Contents Quiz Menu

1. Quiz

Creating a Quiz

1. Add a Quiz to a Course:

o Navigate to the course where you want to add the quiz.

o Turn on editing mode.

o In the section where you want the quiz, click Add an activity or resource.

o Select Quiz and click Add.

2. Configure Quiz Settings: After adding a quiz, you'll need to configure various settings:

o Name: Give the quiz a title.

o Description: Provide instructions or guidelines for the quiz.

o Timing: Set the open date, close date, and time limit for the quiz.

o Grade: Set the maximum grade for the quiz and how it will be graded (e.g.,
simple weighted mean, highest grade).

o Questions: Define whether the quiz is random (from the question bank) or created
from pre-existing questions.

o Attempts: Set the number of attempts allowed, and choose whether subsequent
attempts are to be graded based on the highest or average score.

o Review Options: Decide when feedback will be given (e.g., after each attempt,
after the quiz is closed).

3. Quiz Layout:

o Configure how questions are displayed:

▪ One question per page or all questions on a single page.

 ▪ Shuffle questions to prevent cheating.

4. Security and Behavior:

o Password protection: Add a password to limit access to the quiz.

o IP Address restrictions: Limit access based on IP address.

o Browser security: Use the Safe Exam Browser (if enabled) for high-stakes
assessments to prevent switching between applications.

5. Availability:

o Set availability rules, including restricting access based on group membership or

completion of other activities.

2. Quiz Setting

1. Edit Questions: If you need to modify any question, click Edit beside the relevant
question and make necessary changes.
2. Create More Questions: If you need more questions in your bank, use the Create a new
question option and add new ones based on the course content.
3. Manage Categories: Organize your questions into categories for easier access and better
management.
4. Review Statistics: Check the Facility Index and Discriminative Efficiency to evaluate
which questions are too easy or too difficult and adjust them accordingly.
1. General:

This section includes basic settings for your quiz, such as:

• Name: The name of the quiz (e.g., Wireless Communication and Mobile Computing
Quiz).
• Description: Provide an introductory description or instructions for the quiz.
• Display description on course page: Enable this option if you want the quiz description
to appear on the course page.
2. Timing:

You can set specific timing options for the quiz:

• Open and close the quiz: Set start and end dates/times for the quiz.
• Time limit: Enable this if you want to limit the time students have to complete the quiz.
You can specify a time limit in minutes (e.g., 60 minutes).
• Grace period: Allow students a small grace period after the time limit to submit their
quiz.
• Late submissions: Decide how to handle late submissions. You can either allow them or
restrict submissions after the time limit.
• For editing check Enable
• The time count started middle night in local time (7:00 LT night) Gregorian calendar
started from 1:00 middle night continuously count until 00 (6:00LT middle night).
• Example

eLearning Time G.C Local Time Remark

1:00 1:00AM 7:00 Night
11:00 11:00 AM 5:00 Middle day
14:00 2:00 PM 8:00 Afternoon
23:00 5:00 PM 5:00 Night
3. Grade:

These settings control how the quiz is graded:

• Grade: Define the maximum grade for the quiz. For example, 10 points.
• Grading method: Choose from various grading methods like Highest grade, Average
grade, first attempt, or Last attempt, if the quiz allows multiple attempts.

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4. Layout:

Control how the questions are displayed:

• Question order: You can choose to display all questions on one page or break them into
several pages (with a set number of questions per page).
 • Shuffle questions: Enable this option to shuffle the order of questions for each student.
• Shuffle within questions: If you have multiple-choice or similar question types, this
option will shuffle the order of the answer choices.

5. Question Behavior:

Control the behavior of questions within the quiz:

• How questions behave: Select whether you want questions to be graded immediately
after answering, or after completing the entire quiz.
• Allow multiple attempts: Decide if students can attempt the quiz multiple times. You
can specify the number of attempts and how the grade will be calculated (e.g., average or
highest attempt).
6. Review Options:

Decide when and what information will be shown to students after they complete the quiz:

• During the attempt: You can choose to show feedback, correct answers, and marks
while students are still attempting the quiz.
• Immediately after the attempt: Show feedback or the correct answers right after the
quiz is submitted.
• Later, while the quiz is still open: This setting shows additional feedback or marks after
the student submits the quiz, but while it is still open for others.
• After the quiz is closed: Show results and feedback only after the quiz has closed for
everyone.
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In eLearning, a quiz review options setting determines what information is displayed to students
during and after they complete a quiz. Here’s an explanation of the terms associated with the
different time periods for quiz reviews:

1. During the attempt

This refers to feedback and information shown to students while they are actively working on the
quiz.

• The attempt: Displays the student's answers as they work on the quiz.
• Whether correct: Indicates if the current answer is correct or incorrect.
• Marks: Shows the points earned for each question.
• Specific feedback: Feedback tailored to the student's specific response (e.g., why their
answer is correct or incorrect).
• General feedback: Feedback provided for the question, regardless of the student's
answer.
 • Right answer: Reveals the correct answer to the question while the quiz is still in
progress.
• Overall feedback: Feedback displayed based on the student's overall performance (e.g.,
grades or comments for the entire quiz).

2. Immediately after the attempt

This period begins once the student finishes the quiz and continues for a short time afterward
(configurable by the instructor).

• The attempt: Displays the student's submitted answers.

• Whether correct: Indicates which answers were correct or incorrect.
• Marks: Shows the points earned for each question or the total score.
• Specific feedback: Provides tailored feedback about the student's specific responses.
• General feedback: General comments or explanations for the question.
• Right answer: Reveals the correct answers for each question.
• Overall feedback: Provides holistic feedback for the quiz, based on the student's overall
performance.

3. Later, while the quiz is still open

This refers to the period when the quiz is still accessible for students to attempt or review, but a
significant amount of time has passed since their attempt.

• The attempt: Displays the student's responses.

• Whether correct: Indicates whether the answers given were correct or not.
• Marks: Shows the marks obtained for each question or overall score.
• Specific feedback: Offers detailed feedback on their responses.
• General feedback: Provides a general explanation for each question.
• Right answer: Displays the correct answers.
• Overall feedback: Feedback summarizing the performance in the quiz.

4. After the quiz is closed

This applies once the quiz's availability period has ended, and no more attempts are allowed.

• The attempt: Displays the student's responses.

• Whether correct: Indicates whether the answers provided were correct or incorrect.
• Marks: Shows the points earned per question and the overall score.
• Specific feedback: Detailed feedback based on the student's responses.
• General feedback: General explanations for the questions.
• Right answer: Reveals the correct answers.
 • Overall feedback: Provides comprehensive feedback on the student's performance in the
quiz.

7. Appearance:

Control the appearance of the quiz:

• Show the user’s picture: Decide if you want to show the student's picture when they are
taking the quiz.
• Show the user’s full name: This setting allows or prevents showing the student's full
name during the quiz attempt.

8. Safe Exam Browser:

If enabled, the Safe Exam Browser restricts students from accessing other websites or
applications during the quiz. This is a security feature to ensure academic integrity during online
testing.

• Enable Safe Exam Browser: This forces the student to use a secure browser
environment, preventing them from browsing other pages or opening other applications
during the quiz.
9. Extra Restrictions on Attempts:

Here, you can add additional restrictions, such as:

• IP address restrictions: You can limit quiz attempts to certain IP addresses, ensuring
that students only take the quiz from specific locations (e.g., on-campus).
10. Overall Feedback:

You can provide general feedback for the entire quiz based on the student's grade range:

• Grade boundaries: Set up different feedback messages depending on the grade achieved
(e.g., Above 8: Excellent, 4-7: Good, below 4: Needs Improvement).
11. Common Module Settings:

These settings help control visibility and grouping for the quiz:

• Availability: Choose whether the quiz is visible to students and if it’s available for
everyone.
• Grouping: If your course uses groups, this setting controls whether the quiz is available
to all students or only specific groups.
• Group mode: Choose the group mode for the quiz if groups are enabled (e.g., No
groups, Separate groups, Visible groups).
12. Restrict Access:

Set rules to restrict when or who can access the quiz:

• Access restrictions: You can set conditions for access, such as a specific date,
enrollment in a group, or completion of a previous activity.
• Date restrictions: For example, limit access to the quiz only between specific start and
end times.
13. Activity Completion:

Define the completion criteria for the quiz:

• Completion tracking: Choose whether the quiz is marked as complete when the student
attempts it, or based on other criteria, like achieving a specific grade.

14. Tags:

You can assign tags to the quiz, which makes it easier to organize and search for later.

• Assign tags: Add relevant tags (e.g., final exam, midterm, topic 1) to help group similar
quizzes across different courses.
15. Competencies:

If your course is competency-based, you can associate the quiz with specific competencies that
students need to demonstrate:

• Competency frameworks: Link the quiz to competencies and track if students meet the
required learning objectives.

16. Send Content Change Notification:

Enable this option if you want to notify participants when there are changes made to the quiz
content (e.g., new questions added or settings changed).

3. Questions

• Name: Wireless Communication and Mobile Computing Quiz

• Maximum Grade: 10.00 (This is the maximum possible grade a student can receive for
the quiz.)
• Total Marks: 1.00 (This could be the point value of the individual question or the entire
quiz setup, depending on your configuration.)
Shuffle: This option allows you to shuffle the order of questions within the quiz, making it more
secure by randomizing how questions appear to students.

Creating Questions

1. Add New Questions:

o Go to Questions and click Create a new question.

o Choose from various types of questions such as:

▪ Multiple Choice: Best for knowledge-based questions with predefined

answers.

▪ True/False: Simple yes/no type questions.

▪ Short Answer: Open-ended questions where students enter text.

▪ Essay: Used for more complex, open-ended responses.

▪ Matching: Pair items from two lists.

▪ Numerical: Questions where students provide a numerical answer.

▪ Multimedia Questions: Include images, audio, or video as part of the

question.

2. Question Settings:

o Question Text: Write the question.

o Answer Options: For objective questions, set the possible answers and assign
points.

o Feedback: Provide feedback for each possible answer or overall feedback for the
question.

o Answer Order: Shuffle answers to make the question more secure.

o
4. Results

In eLearning, quizzes provide detailed tools for analyzing results, reviewing responses, and
managing grading (both automated and manual).

1. Grade

Grading

• This section shows the scores students have achieved for the quiz, based on the grading
method specified (e.g., Highest Grade, Average Grade, etc.).
• Grading Method:
o Highest Grade: Only the highest score from all attempts by a student is recorded
as their grade.
o Average Grade: The average score of all attempts by a student is used.
o First Attempt: The grade from the first attempt is used.
o Last Attempt: The grade from the last attempt is used.

Attempts

• Shows the number of quiz attempts made by students. In your case, it mentions
Attempts: 0, meaning no students have attempted the quiz yet.
• Attempt Settings:
o You can allow multiple attempts, limit attempts, or allow only one attempt per
student.
o Each attempt may contribute to the final grade depending on the grading method.
2. Responses

This feature allows a detailed review of students' answers to quiz questions.

• View Responses:
1. In the quiz menu, go to Results > Responses.
2. See a table showing all questions, answers submitted by each student, and the
correctness of those answers.
• Features:
o Sortable columns: Organize by student, question, or score.
o Response breakdown: View individual student responses to specific questions.
o Use for identifying patterns, common errors, or areas requiring further instruction.
3. Statistics

The statistics report provides insights into the performance of both students and quiz questions.

• Access Statistics:
1. Go to Quiz > Results > Statistics.
2. Choose to view statistics for all attempts or specific ones.
• Key Metrics:
o Facility Index (Difficulty): Indicates how easy or difficult a question was for
students (percentage of correct answers).
o Discrimination Index: Measures how well a question differentiates between high
and low performers.
o Standard Deviation: Shows the spread of student scores.
o Quiz Information:
▪ Overall average score.
▪ Attempt counts and completion rates.
• Question Analysis:
o See individual question performance to identify weak areas in the quiz or issues
with question design.
o Export the report for in-depth analysis.
4. Manual Grading

For essay-type or open-ended questions that cannot be auto-graded, manual grading is required.

• Access Manual Grading:

1. In the quiz menu, go to Results > Manual Grading.
2. You'll see a list of questions requiring manual grading.
• Steps to Grade:
1. Select the question to grade.
2. Review each student's response and provide a score.
3. Optionally add feedback for the student.
• Features:
o Grading in bulk: Grade all responses to a specific question in one interface.
o Commenting: Offer personalized feedback for improvement.
5. Question Bank

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Select a Category:

• Purpose: Categories help organize questions within the question bank. You can create
different categories to group related questions (e.g., by topic or difficulty).
• Current Category:
o Default for Wireless Communication and Mobile Computing: This is the
default category in which all the questions for the course "Wireless
Communication and Mobile Computing" are stored.
 o Questions are automatically placed in this category unless you create a different
one.
• Adding New Categories:
o You can create additional categories for better organization, such as "Midterm
Questions," "Final Exam Questions," or "Topic 1 Questions."
Question Bank - Import Navigation Overview

Here is a breakdown of the Import options and the formats available in eLearning ’s Question
Bank:

Import Questions from File

• This option allows you to import questions directly into the Question Bank from an
external file. It is useful when you have a large set of questions in a compatible format,
and you want to add them to eLearning without manually creating each question.
• How to Import:
1. Select a Format: Choose the file format of the questions you're importing (e.g., Aiken,
Blackboard, eLearning XML …).
2. Upload the File: Drag and drop the file or select a file from your computer to upload.
3. Choose Category: After selecting a file, you will choose the category (like Quiz-Bank or
Topic 1 Questions) where the questions should be stored in the question bank.
4. Review & Import: After uploading, eLearning will parse the file and present a preview of
the questions before finalizing the import.

File Formats Available for Import

When deciding which question type to use, consider the following:

• Assess the type of knowledge you’re testing: Use Multiple Choice for factual recall,
Essay for critical thinking, and Numerical for math-based questions.
• Mix question types for variety: A mix of question types can help assess a broader range
of skills and keep the quiz engaging for students.
• Automated vs. Manual Grading: Some question types like Multiple Choice and
True/False are automatically graded, while Essay requires manual grading.

Here are sample formats for each of the mentioned file formats in eLearning:

1. Aiken Format

The Aiken format is a simple format for importing multiple-choice questions. Each question is
written on a new line, followed by the options (a, b, c, d), and the correct answer is marked using
an ASWER: next to the correct option.

Example:
What is the capital of France?
A. Madrid
B. Berlin
C. Paris
D. Rome
ANASWER: D

Which of the following is a primary color?

A. Green
B. Yellow
C. Orange
D. Purple
ANASWER: B

• Each question is separated by a blank line.

• Options are listed with letters (A, B, C, D) followed by a period and space.
• The correct answer is marked with an answer in capital letter ‘ANSWER: A’.
2. Blackboard Format

The Blackboard format is typically used for exporting or importing quizzes from the
Blackboard Learning Management System. It's a bit more structured than Aiken.

Example:
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<quiz>
<question type="multiple_choice">
<name>
<text>What is the capital of France?</text>
</name>
<questiontext>
<text><![CDATA[What is the capital of France?]]></text>
</questiontext>
<answer fraction="100">
<text><![CDATA[Paris]]></text>
</answer>
<answer fraction="0">
<text><![CDATA[Madrid]]></text>
</answer>
<answer fraction="0">
<text><![CDATA[Berlin]]></text>
</answer>
<answer fraction="0">
<text><![CDATA[Rome]]></text>
</answer>
</question>
</quiz>

• The format uses XML syntax.

• The question and answers are enclosed in <question> and <answer> tags.
• Correct answers are marked by fraction="100", and incorrect answers by fraction="0".

3. Embedded Answers (Cloze)

The Cloze format allows you to create questions with embedded gaps. Students are asked to fill
in the blanks.

Example:
::Question 1:: The capital of France is
{1:MULTICHOICE:~Madrid#Incorrect~Berlin#Incorrect~Paris#Correct~Rome#Incorrect}.

• {1:MULTICHOICE:...}: The type of question is MULTICHOICE (multiple choice).

 • The options are inside the curly braces, with the #Correct and #Incorrect tags to indicate
which answers are correct.

You can also use other question types in Cloze, such as SHORTANSWER, NUMERICAL, and
MATCHING.

4. GIFT Format

The GIFT format is used for importing questions in a simple text format. It supports various
question types, including multiple choice, true/false, and short answer.

Example:
::Question 1:: What is the capital of France? {
~Madrid
~Berlin
=Paris
~Rome
}

::Question 2:: Which of these is a primary color? {

=Yellow
~Green
~Purple
~Orange
}

• Questions are written with ::Question Title::.

• The options are placed within curly braces {}. The correct answer is preceded by an
equal sign =, and incorrect answers by a tilde ~.

5. Missing Word Format

The Missing Word format is a variation of Cloze where a passage has missing words, and
students need to fill them in. It’s commonly used in language learning and other subjects that test
comprehension.

Example:
The capital of France is {1:SHORTANSWER:~=Paris}.

• This format is similar to Cloze, but with a focus on single word answers.

6. XML Format

The Moodle XML format allows you to export and import quizzes in Moodle’s XML format.
It's structured and includes various details like question types, answers, and feedback.
Example:
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<quiz>
<question type="multichoice">
<name>
<text>What is the capital of France?</text>
</name>
<questiontext format="html">
<text><![CDATA[What is the capital of France?]]></text>
</questiontext>
<answer fraction="100">
<text>Paris</text>
</answer>
<answer fraction="0">
<text>Madrid</text>
</answer>
<answer fraction="0">
<text>Berlin</text>
</answer>
<answer fraction="0">
<text>Rome</text>
</answer>
<feedback>
<text>Paris is the correct answer.</text>
</feedback>
</question>
</quiz>

• The question is wrapped in <question> tags.

• Correct answers are marked with fraction="100", and feedback can be added in
<feedback> tags.
• XML format is useful for complex quizzes with multiple questions and various
configurations.

These are the basic formats for each type, with examples showing how questions would appear
in different formats. Each format is supported by eLearning for importing and exporting quizzes,
and the structure varies slightly depending on the complexity of the question type.

The Aiken format is a very simple way of creating multiple choice questions using a clear
human-readable format in a text file.

(The GIFT format has many more options and perhaps is less prone to errors, but doesn't look as
straightforward as AIKEN.)
The question must be all on one line. Each answer must start with a single uppercase letter,
followed by a period '.' or a bracket ')', then a space.

The answer line must immediately follow, starting with "ANSWER: " (NOTE the space after the
colon) and then giving the appropriate letter.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• You have to save the file in a text format. Don't save it as a Word document or
anything like that.
• Non-ASCII characters like 'quotes' can cause import errors. To avoid this always
save your text file in UTF-8 format.
• The answer letters (A, B, C etc.) and the word "ANSWER" must be capitalized as
shown below, otherwise the import will fail.

Here is an example of the format:

What is the correct answer to this question?

A. Is it this one?
B. Maybe this answer?
C. Possibly this one?
D. Must be this one!
ANSWER: D

Which LMS has the most quiz import formats?

A) ELearning
B) ATutor
C) Claroline
D) Blackboard
E) WebCT
F) Ilias
ANSWER: A

Importing Remark:

• Maximum File Size: The maximum file size for importing questions is 2 MB. If your
file exceeds this size, you might need to split the file or reduce its size before uploading.
• File Upload: You can drag and drop files directly into the upload box, or use the
"Choose a file" button to select the file manually from your computer.
Type of Question

Once you have reviewed and adjusted these settings:

1. Save Changes: After configuring all the settings, make sure to click Save to apply your
changes.
2. Preview the Quiz: Before students begin the quiz, preview it to make sure everything
works as expected.
3. Communicate with Students: Notify your students about the quiz details, such as the
availability and any restrictions or requirements you’ve set.
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1. Multiple Choice

• This is the most commonly used question type. In this question, you provide a list of options,
and students must select the correct answer (or answers if multiple selections are allowed).
• Students select one or more answers from a list of options. This is the most commonly used
question type.
• Example:
o Question: "Which of the following are primary colors?"
o A) Red
o B) Green
o C) Blue
o D) Yellow
o Correct answers: A, C, D
• Used to assess knowledge on facts, definitions, and concepts, where the student must select
the correct answer(s).

2. True/False

• A simple question type where students choose between two possible answers: True or
False.
• The student selects either "True" or "False" as the answer.
• Example:
o "The capital of France is Paris."
o Correct answer: "True"
• Ideal for testing factual knowledge in a yes/no or true/false format. Effective for
assessing basic facts, conceptual knowledge, or statements that can be evaluated as
correct or incorrect.

3. Matching

• Students match items in one list with corresponding items in another list. Typically
involves pairing terms with their definitions.
• Example:
o Question: "Match the capital cities with the corresponding countries."
o List 1: Paris, London, Tokyo, Berlin
o List 2: France, UK, Japan, Germany
o The student matches "Paris" with "France" and so on.
• Useful for testing associations, definitions, or relationships between items .
4. Short Answer

• Students provide a short text response, usually a word, phrase, or brief sentence. The
student enters a brief response, such as a single word or number, into a text box.
• Example:
o "What is the capital of France?"
o Correct answer: "Paris"

• Ideal for testing recall and the ability to answer questions concisely, such as definitions,
names, or concepts.

5. Numerical

• A question where students provide a numerical answer. You can also set a tolerance
level for answers (e.g., if the correct answer is 100, students could enter 99 or 101 and
still be marked correct). Students provide a numerical answer. You can set an acceptable
tolerance for numerical answers.
• Example:
o "What is 5 * 6?"
o Correct answer: "30" (within a certain tolerance range, e.g., 0.5).
• Suitable for math or science questions that require a numerical answer.

6. Essay

• Students write an essay-style response to a question. This type does not provide
automated grading, but instructors can grade the response manually. Students provide a
text-based answer. Essays are typically manually graded.
• Example:
o Question: "Explain the impact of the industrial revolution on modern technology."
o The student writes an essay as a response.
• Suitable for questions that require an in-depth answer or explanation.

7. Calculated

• A question that allows for variables within the question. eLearning randomly generates
values for the variables each time the quiz is taken, making the question unique for every
student.
• Example:
o Question: "What is the result of 4 * {1}?"
o Variables: {1} could be a random value between 1 and 10.
o Correct answer: The result of multiplying 4 by that random number.
• Useful for math and science questions where numbers are used in formulas or equations.
8. Calculated Multichoice

• A variation of the Calculated question type, but with multiple-choice options. This is a
variation of the Calculated question type, but it involves multiple-choice options.
• Example:
o Question: "What is the result of 5 * {1}?"
o The possible answers could be A) 25, B) 20, C) 30, and D) 50, where the correct
answer is based on a random variable.

• For questions where students select the correct answer from multiple choices based on a
random number or calculation.

9. Calculated Simple

• Similar to Calculated, but simpler. You define the question with a formula, and
eLearning generates a random value for the student to answer.
• Example:
o Question: "Calculate the area of a rectangle with length {1} and width {2}."
o Formula: Area = length * width
o Correct answer: The product of the randomly generated length and width.
• For questions that involve basic arithmetic or geometric calculations.

10. Drag and Drop into Text

• In this question, students are asked to drag and drop text items into the correct location
within a paragraph or sentence.
• Students drag words or images to the correct blank spaces in a paragraph.
• Example:
o Question: "The capital of {1} is {2}."
o Correct answers: "France" for {1} and "Paris" for {2}.
o The student would drag the correct words into the blanks.

• Good for testing the ability to complete sentences or identify correct terminology or
concepts within context.

11. Drag and Drop Markers

• Students drag and drop markers (often images or labels) onto a blank space on an image
or diagram.
• Students drag markers (like pins or labels) and place them onto a predefined area, such as
an image or diagram.
• Example:
o Question: "Drag the country names to their corresponding locations on the map."
o The student would drag names like "Canada," "USA," etc., onto a world map.
• Used for spatial or geographical questions, e.g., placing countries on a world map.
12. Drag and Drop onto Image

• Similar to Drag and Drop Markers, but this question type specifically targets dropping
items onto a background image. Students drag answers onto an image to label parts, such
as identifying parts of a diagram or marking key points on an image.
• Example:
o Question: "Drag the correct labels onto the parts of a flower diagram."
o Labels could include "Petal," "Stigma," etc., that the student drags onto the
diagram.
• Ideal for visual questions where students need to interact with diagrams or images.

• Can be used for activities like dragging geographic locations onto a map, parts of a
machine onto a diagram, or anatomical parts on a human body.

13. Embedded Answers (Cloze)

• A cloze question includes a passage of text with multiple blanks that the student needs to
fill in. These blanks can be multiple choice, short answer, or numerical questions. A
Cloze question is similar to a fill-in-the-blank question where multiple blanks can be
filled with various question types (multiple choice, short answer, etc.).
• Example:
o "The capital of France is
{1:MULTICHOICE:Madrid#IncorrectParis#Correct~Berlin#Incorrect}."
o Students must choose the correct answer from a dropdown menu.
• Ideal for fill-in-the-gap questions with multiple types of answers (multiple choice, short
answer, etc.).

14. Random Short-Answer Matching

• This combines the Short Answer and Matching question types. eLearning randomly
selects short-answer questions from a pool and presents them for students to match.
• Useful when you have a large pool of short-answer questions and want to randomize the
ones presented to the student.

15. Select Missing Words

• This question type presents a passage with missing words that the student needs to select
from a dropdown list. A variation of the matching question where the items in one list are
randomly generated short-answer questions.
• Example:
o List of questions: "What is 5 + 3?", "What is the square of 4?", etc.
o List of answers: "8", "16", etc.
• test students on several similar types of knowledge where the questions and answers are
randomly selected.
16. Other - Description

• This question type is used to insert a description or additional information into a quiz. It
does not require a response from the student. This is a non-graded question type used to
add information or instructions. It's used for displaying text or content to the students,
without requiring them to provide an answer.
• Example:
o "Read the following instructions carefully before beginning the quiz."
• Ideal for adding information, instructions, or explanations to quizzes.

Steps to manage Exam/Quiz

How to Add/Edit Questions in the Quiz:

1. Go to My Course >Click Course name > Quiz Icon:

2. Go to Quiz > Questions:

o In this section, you can add new questions, categorize them, and edit existing ones.
3. Choose Question Types:
o eLearning supports various question types like multiple choice, true/false, short answer,
and more. When adding a question, you can select the type and configure options like
correct answers, feedback, and point value.
4. Import Questions:
o If you have pre-written questions from a different source, you can import them into the
Question Bank and then add them to your quiz.
Question Section:

• Questions: This shows how many questions are added to the quiz. Here, you currently
have 1 question added to the quiz.
• Select Question: This option allows you to select and view or edit questions already
added to the quiz.

Adding Questions:

• To add more questions to the quiz, click the "Add" button. This will allow you to add
various types of questions, such as:
o Multiple Choice
o True/False
o Short Answer
o Essay
o Matching
o Numerical
o And others
Editing Questions:

• You can edit a question by clicking on the "Select question" link and then editing the
content, answers, or configuration of the question.
Additional Settings and Options:

• Shuffle Questions: When enabled, this option will randomize the order of questions for
each student, making it harder for students to copy answers from each other.
 • Grading: For multiple choice questions, make sure to assign a correct answer and adjust
the points for the question accordingly.

Finalizing Quiz Setup:

Once all questions are added and configured:

• Review the quiz settings (timing, grading method, question behavior, etc.).
• Preview the quiz to see how it will look to students.
• Save and display to make the quiz available to students when you're ready.
How to Add a Random Question from the Question Bank:

1. Navigate to the Quiz Settings:

o Go to your quiz in eLearning (e.g., Wireless Communication and Mobile
Computing Quiz).
o Click on Edit quiz or go to the quiz settings to modify the question list.
2. Click on "Add" to Add a New Question:
o Under the Questions section, click the "Add" button.
o From the dropdown menu, select "Random question".
3. Select a Category:
o Once you click on Random question, eLearning will prompt you to select a
category from the question bank.
o Choose the category from which you want the random question to be drawn. If
no specific category is selected, it will default to the course's general question
bank.
4. Configure the Random Question:
o Number of Questions: You will need to specify how many random questions
you want to pull from the selected category. For example, if you select 1,
eLearning will randomly choose one question from the category each time the
quiz is attempted.
 oSave Changes: Once you’ve selected the number of questions, click Save.
5. Review and Adjust:
o After adding the random question, eLearning will display a placeholder for the
random question in your quiz settings.
o The question will be randomly chosen from the bank each time a student attempts
the quiz.

Additional Information:

• Random questions are a great way to make quizzes more dynamic, as they select
different questions each time a student takes the quiz, preventing cheating and ensuring a
unique quiz experience for each student.
• Question Bank: If you don’t already have questions in your question bank, you’ll need
to add questions there first before you can use random questions.

1. Question Bank Overview:

Select a Category:

• Category: The current category is Default for Wireless Communication and Mobile
Computing, meaning any questions added here will belong to that specific category. You
can organize questions into different categories, depending on the structure of your quiz
and course content.

Filter Options:

• Filter by Tags: You can filter questions by tags (e.g., keywords related to the question
topic) to help quickly find questions related to a specific concept.
• Show Question Text: This option is currently set to No, meaning the text of the question
isn’t shown in the list. If you want to see the full question text for each item in the list,
you can change this setting to Yes.
• Also Show Questions from Subcategories: This option would show questions that are
part of subcategories, which is helpful if you organize questions into subcategories.
• Also Show Old Questions: If there are older or archived questions in your bank,
enabling this option will display them.

Select All / Search Options:

• Select All: You can select all questions in the bank for actions like deleting or exporting.
• Search Options: This allows you to search for specific questions by their name or
content, which is useful when your question bank becomes large.
2. Viewing and Managing Questions:
Question Information:

• Question Name / ID Number: This is the name of the question. For instance, the
placeholder text
"QQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQQ" should be
replaced with the actual question text when you edit it.
• Actions: This column allows you to perform actions on each question, such as editing or
deleting the question.
• Status: Shows whether the question is Ready for use in quizzes or still needs review.
• Version: Displays the version of the question (e.g., v1). If you edit a question, the
version will increment to ensure previous versions are saved for reference.

Question Metadata:

• Created By: Shows the name of the user who created the question (e.g., Abadi Desta).
• First Name / Last Name / Date: Displays when the question was created and by whom.
• Modified By: Indicates the last user who modified the question and the date of
modification.

Other Information:

• Facility Index: This is a statistical measure indicating how easy a question is for
students. A high facility index means most students answered it correctly, while a low
index indicates a harder question.
• Discriminative Efficiency: Shows how well the question distinguishes between students
with high and low overall scores.
• Usage: Displays how often the question has been used.
• Last Used: Indicates when the question was last used in any quiz or test.

3. Editing or Deleting Questions:

• Edit: To modify a question, click on the Edit link next to the question. Here, you can
change the text of the question, the answers, scoring, and any other relevant settings.
• Delete: You can delete questions that are no longer needed by selecting the Delete
action.
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4. Managing Multiple Questions:

• If you have multiple questions you want to manage, you can use the Select All option to
bulk edit, move, or delete questions from the bank.

5. Creating New Questions:

• To create new questions, you can go to the Question Bank and click on Create a new
question. You'll be prompted to choose the type of question (e.g., Multiple Choice,
Short Answer, True/False, etc.), and then you can configure the content, answers, and
settings for each question.

6. Adding Random Questions to the Quiz:

• Once you have questions in your question bank, you can add random questions to your
quiz. This option selects a random question from a category in the question bank and
adds it to the quiz. It is useful for ensuring that each student gets a unique set of
questions.
How to Prepare exam

Preparing details for a quiz in eLearning involves several steps. Here's a structured guide:

Step 1: Log in to eLearning

1. Access your eLearning site.

2. Log in with your credentials.

Step 2: Navigate to the Course

1. Click on the course where you want to create the quiz.

2. Turn on Edit Mode (usually a button at the top right).

Step 3: Add the Quiz Activity

1. Add an Activity or Resource:

o Go to the section where you want the quiz.
o Click on + Add an activity or resource.
2. Select Quiz:
o From the list of activities, select Quiz and click Add.

Step 4: Configure Quiz Settings

1. General Settings:
o Enter the Name of the quiz (e.g., "Midterm Quiz").
o Add a Description (optional), such as instructions for the students.
2. Timing:
o Set the Open the Quiz and Close the Quiz dates and times.
o Configure the Time Limit (e.g., 30 minutes).
o Enable or disable the Time Expiry Handling (e.g., submit automatically or
prevent submission).
3. Grade:
o Set the Grade to Pass, if applicable.
o Choose the Number of Attempts (e.g., single attempt or multiple).
4. Layout:
o Define how many questions per page (e.g., 1 or all on one page).
5. Question Behavior:
o Decide if questions should be shuffled.
o Choose feedback options (e.g., immediate or deferred).
 6. Review Options:
o Specify when students can see feedback, correct answers, and scores.
7. Appearance:
o Set the display of grades, pictures, or additional information.
8. Extra Restrictions:
o Enable Password Protection (optional).
o Add IP Restrictions or Browser Security (optional).
9. Overall Feedback:
o Define messages for different grade ranges (e.g., "Well done!" for 80%-100%).

Step 5: Add Questions

1. Open the newly created quiz and click Edit Quiz.

2. Add questions:
o Use Add to choose questions from the Question Bank, create new questions, or
add a random question.
3. Select question types:
o Multiple Choice, True/False, Short Answer, Essay, etc.
4. Configure question details:
o Enter the Question Text, options, and correct answers.
o Set the Marks for each question.

Step 6: Preview and Test

1. Preview the quiz to ensure all settings and questions function correctly.
2. Adjust if needed.

Step 7: Save and Finalize

1. Save the quiz and return to the course page.

2. Ensure the quiz is Visible to students by clicking the eye icon, if necessary.

Step 8: Notify Students

1. Send announcements or messages with quiz details, such as timing and instructions.
2. Include the quiz link, if needed.

Adding questions to a course in eLearning involves using the Question Bank or directly adding
them to a quiz. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
How to prepare Question to Question Bank
Step 1: Access the Course

1. Log in to eLearning and navigate to the desired course.

2. Turn on Edit Mode (button typically in the top-right corner).

Step 2: Open the Question Bank

1. Go to the Course menu:

o Click on More (or use the gear icon, depending on your eLearning version).
o Select Question Bank from the dropdown menu.
2. You'll see options for categories, questions, and import/export.

Step 3: Organize with Categories

1. Use categories to organize your questions (e.g., by topic, difficulty, or quiz):

o Click Categories in the Question Bank.
o Add a new category with a descriptive name (e.g., "Algebra - Easy").
o Choose a parent category if needed for hierarchy.
2. Save changes.

Step 4: Add Questions

1. In the Question Bank, click on Questions.

2. Select Create a New Question.
3. Choose a question type:
o Multiple Choice: Questions with one or more correct answers.
o True/False: Simple binary choice questions.
o Short Answer: Require typed responses.
o Essay: Long-form answers graded manually.
o Matching: Pair items from two lists.
o Numerical: Questions that accept numerical answers.
4. Click Add after selecting the question type.

Step 5: Configure Question Details

1. General Settings:
o Enter a Question Name (used for reference, not visible to students).
o Write the Question Text (what the student sees).
2. Default Mark:
o Set the points for the question (e.g., 1 mark).
 3. Answer Feedback (optional):
o Provide specific feedback for correct and incorrect answers.
4. Add Answers:
o For multiple-choice, true/false, or matching questions, define correct answers and
set marks.
o For short answer, specify accepted responses (e.g., synonyms).
5. Save the question.

Step 6: Preview Questions

1. Click on the magnifying glass icon next to a question in the Question Bank.
2. Review how the question appears to students.
3. Make edits if necessary.

Step 7: Add Questions to a Quiz

1. Open the quiz where you want to include the questions.

2. Click Edit Quiz.
3. Use the Add button to:
o Add New Question: Create a question directly in the quiz.
o Add from Question Bank: Choose existing questions.
o Add Random Question: Pull a random question from a category.
4. Organize the questions and adjust marks if needed.
5. Save the quiz.

Step 8: Finalize and Test

1. Preview the quiz to ensure all questions display and function correctly.
2. Test for any issues, especially with complex questions like matching or numerical types.

How to prepare Aiken format

Step 1: Understand the Format

1. Each question has the following structure:

o The question text on one line.
o Each answer choice on separate lines, starting with a capital letter followed by a
period (e.g., A.).
o The correct answer is specified with ANSWER: on the line after the choices.
2. Example:

What is the capital of France?

A. Berlin
 B. Madrid
C. Paris
D. Rome
ANSWER: C

Step 2: Write Questions

1. Open a plain text editor (e.g., Notepad, TextEdit, or a code editor like VS Code).
2. Follow the format strictly:
o No special formatting like bold, italics, or bullet points.
o Each question must end with an ANSWER: line.
3. Example with multiple questions:

Who wrote "Romeo and Juliet"?

A. Charles Dickens
B. William Shakespeare
C. Mark Twain
D. Jane Austen
ANSWER: B

What is the chemical symbol for water?

A. CO2
B. H2O
C. O2
D. NaCl
ANSWER: B

Step 3: Save the File

1. Save the file with a .txt extension.

2. Use UTF-8 encoding to avoid formatting issues.

Step 4: Import to eLearning

1. Go to the Question Bank in eLearning.

2. Click Import.
3. Choose the Aiken format.
4. Upload the .txt file.
5. Review the questions during the import process for errors.
Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Spaces in the ANSWER: line: Ensure no extra spaces before or after ANSWER:
• Capitalization: Answer choices (A., B., etc.) and ANSWER: must use uppercase.
• Formatting: Avoid special characters or formatting unsupported by plain text.