Related resources
Besides Moodle quizzes, there are various tools you can use for online quizzes or knowledge checks, some more suitable for assessment of learning or assessment for learning.
Primary use cases for teaching | Online summative exams and assessments | Quickly gauge student understanding in class or to frame discussions | Embed quiz questions into an Interactive video | Adding questions within an activities or within a scaffolded lesson | Formative Knowledge self-checking, Displaying information in an interactive and engaging way |
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Multiple Choice/Multi Select | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
True/False | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Fill in the blank | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Essay | ✔ | no | no | ✔ | ✔ |
Matching/Drag and drop | ✔ | no | no | ✔ | ✔ |
Unique features | Can be used for timed, invigilated examinations for large cohorts | Instantly gauge student feedback in class | Great statistics and reporting | Best used as assessment for learning, though grades can be assigned | Templates, easy to set up, easy to embed into Moodle, Can link/not link to the gradebook |
Potential challenges | Takes time/planning to set up? Especially for invigilation | Responses not stored, usually anonymous | Not connected to Moodle gradebook | Navigation needs to be considered in the design, if not some students may not be able to review or retake their assessment questions | Lack of detailed statistics and reporting No collective database? |
Other related resources related to quizzes
Here are some additional resources that will help support you in using quizzes in assessment effectively.
Relevant policies procedures
Monash has specific policies and procedures related to assessment. Take the time to review these to inform your teaching practice.