Randomizing Quiz Questions Using Question Pools in D2L Brightspace

Explains how to create randomized Question Pools in D2L Brightspace quizzes so each student receives a unique set of questions.

Overview

This article explains how instructors can provide extended quiz availability and time accommodations for students in D2L Brightspace. It covers two methods: using Accommodations to adjust settings for all quizzes in a course for a specific student, and using Special Access to modify settings for an individual quiz. 

Use a Question Pool to provide each student with a unique, randomized set of questions on a quiz. NOTE: You must create or upload questions into your Question Library first to use Question Pools.

To add a Question Pool to a D2L Brightspace quiz:

1. Edit the Quiz.
2. Scroll down to the Questions panel.
3. Click the Create New button.
4. Select Question Pool from the drop-down menu.

Next, create your new question pool:

1. Enter a Question Pool Title.
2. Click Browse Question Library
   • Check the box next to the questions you want to include in the random Question Pool.
   • Click Add.
3. Enter the number of randomly selected questions you want each student to receive in the Number of Questions to Select text box
4. Enter the number of points you want each question to be worth in the Points per Question text box
5. Click Save.
6. You will now see a Question Pool in your quiz.
7. Click Save and Close.

Outcome

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