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How do I add a Rubric to a Written Response question?
I see from the help documentation that you can now add rubrics to written response questions, but I don't seem to have that option when I am adding a question. Does this need to be enabled somewhere?
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Copying discussion "starter" threads from semester to semester
Hello. We are using the Classic Content experience. Does anyone know if it is possible to copy "starter" threads that the instructor creates from semester to semester? Here's the use case: Instructor has created a Discussion forum. Within it, she has 5 different "starter" threads that she would like students to reply to.…
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Punnett squares on Brightspace biology genetics quizzes
Does anyone know of a way to put a blank Punnett square into a test question that students can type directly into?
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Dropbox sticky note delay
Hi! There is a delay in typing when using the sticky note feature when annotating assessments in Dropbox. In particular, once the sticky note is opened and I start typing, the cursor moves back to the beginning of the word or sentence a second later. It is a slight delay but frustrating as it often requires retyping each…
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Template path in NCE
Hi, We're moving from the Classic experience to the NCE shortly. Currently we rely on using the Template Path option in the Display Settings (see ). This provides the option to limit the templates visible to those we've provided in the File Store and can be conveniently used from the Template dropdown menu in the editor.…
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Feed formula results into final grade?
I need a way to create a formula column in brightspace that can then be entered into the gradebook as a new grade item in its own right. (Right now the results of a formula column just seem to serve a display purpose in the gradebook. I am totally unclear what formula columns are even for, actually, since their use is so…
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Developer Instance for Brightspace
Is there a way to get a developer instance for Brightspace to work out integration with a external software
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Using TurnitIn
I have been using Turnitin for a few weeks, but suddenly, my assignments all get 0% for plagiarism. Now, this is great, but I am finding it slightly suspicious. Usually, I have to fix some things. Could there be a bug, or am I not having plagiarism detected?
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Link to the assignment tool evaluate screen
It used to be possible to create a link to an assignment submission's Evaluate screen using the OrgUnitId, dropbox ID and Submitter Id, which can all be obtained from the API. It seems that the URL format has changed and has a long random looking string as part of it. I have a use case where a course has multiple…
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Is it possible to remove "New," "Updated," and "Featured" from Discover homepage?
Hi, We recently started using Discover for self-registration courses. The Discover tool is configured to show 'New' and 'Updated' courses.. with 'All' listed at the bottom. Users are clicking on 'View All' under 'New' and not seeing every course available .. only those that are new. Is it possible to disable the showing of…
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Grading option
Hi I know how to grade assignment using numerical value. But how can we grade assignment using distinction, merit, pass, etc. Re: Many thanks Ome Academic Officer Society of Apothcaries.
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font format issue in doc viewer vs download original
Good Day, does anyone have any info/experience with a docx file showing in the Document Viewer in the Dropbox when grading in one font but when we 'download original' the font is now appearing in Times New Roman as per instructions thanks!
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Solutions to update alerts/notifications issues?
Hello, I'm following the instructions for posting an update alert/notification for updated content found on this page, however, I'm facing a few issues. 1. I notice that the option to "Post to Homepage" to create an alert can only be used once. That option disappears after I have posted an update for a content item, so I…
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How to add dates to modules without limiting access to content?
Hello, I work at a university that recently transitioned to using Brightspace, and we’re encountering a challenge in replicating a feature that was available in our previous LMS, Moodle. Specifically, our instructors are accustomed to having weekly modules or units that include clear start and end dates, which helps…
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Comprehensive Survey Reports
Can I have access to a comprehensive report of all the surveys as an admin? I can see the report of each course, but I need aggregate data. Percentages of responses to each question would help me a lot. PS. I tried Data Hub and it didn't give me what I wanted. Thanks
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Outcomes Evaluation
We have an issue where our outcomes data does not automatically populate based on the entered grade. In the screenshot shown, you will see the student received 100%, but the met/not met outcome criteria is not automatically marked. Instructors have to go into the assignment evaluation tool and manually mark each scale for…
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Export the Syllabus created using the Brightspace HTML tools
In either classic or new content experience, if we create our syllabi using the Brightspace HTML tools - can we then export the syllabi in a format that could be uploaded to a database?
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Grade formula to drop lowest score
Is there a formula to exclude the lowest score of a category? Additionally, where do I find sample grading formulas or is it just HTML? TIA
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Training Certificate
I completed the Brightspace Guided Training for Instructors. Is there a place where I can download a certificate to show that I completed the training?
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CORS error when viewing media
Hello! My videos are currently not viewable, and I notice that there is a CORS error when trying to play the video. Is this a known issue, and how can it be resolved?