Sunday, May 8, 2011

QuizStar

QuizStar is an awesome tool.  After a unit of reading, my class takes a clicker test and an online test using QuizStar.  It didn't take long for them to get the hang of it.  Most problems came with signing in because it is case sensitive and they are not.  The tests are easy to create.  I mostly use worksheets from the book or the test.  Best of all (besides being free) it grades the test for you!  The kids get instant feedback.  You can decide if you want them to have more than one chance before showing them the correct answer or giving them feedback after the incorrect answer.  There are so many tools, timed tests, do you want the results sent to you -  these can be set up in the summer (when else do you have time?) and be ready for the school year.  It also keeps a gradebook for your further enjoyment!  Here is a tutorial: QuizStar Tutorial  There are other links after this video that concern how to do other things like add media to a question.  This is a great way to save paper!

QuizStar

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