Using Tests and Surveys with JAWS
Tests and Surveys
You may be asked to complete a test or survey within the LMS. There are 17 different question types (including multiple choice, fill in the blank, short answer, matching and calculated numeric) which may be used in any combination to generate tests and surveys. Grading is automatic for questions with set responses (eg: multiple choice) with manual grading required for open-ended questions (eg: short answer). Test results may or may not be recorded; a survey is anonymous and individual results are not recorded.
The term quiz is often used to refer to a test that isn't included in any formal assessment; however you should always check whether or not the test or quiz will contribute to your marks. Subject coordinators will choose the conditions and structure of each test, e.g. whether single or multiple attempts are allowed and the types of feedback available. Some test results may be displayed via the My Marks link in the subject menu or the View Marks link in the Tools module on the My Home tab.
The instructions in this guide will describe the process needed to access a test within a content page of your subject; the instructions also apply to surveys.
Note: Some tests have time limits. Please make sure you have allocated enough time to complete the test within the given time limit. Some tests force completion in a single session, others allow a test to be saved and resumed later. Some tests will present all questions on the same page; others display one question at a time. Tests can be customised to allow different test conditions for students requiring these accommodations. Please contact the Disability Liaison Unit to discuss your requirements at dlu-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au
1.1. Navigating to a test
A test is most commonly located within a content page of your subject. If you can't locate the test, check with your lecturer as to where it may be located.
If you are new to the LMS, the most effective method for familiarising yourself with the layout of any subject page is to arrow through it. The methods below provide shortcuts for those familiar with their LMS subject pages.
Once inside your LMS subject:
- INSERT+F7 (this brings up a list of links on that page)
- Arrow down until you reach the link that contains your test
- ENTER to activate this link
You are now somewhere in the area of your subject where the test is located. Exactly where you are varies depending on page. You need to position yourself at the top of this area to navigate successfully to the test.
- CONTROL+HOME to go to the top of the page
- Press the letter H key.
- JAWS will read the name of the test page followed by 'level heading 1'
You are now situated at the section of the LMS subject page where the test (and maybe other items) will appear.
- Arrow down through this part of the page viewing what tests are available
- Within LMS content pages each item has:
- Heading
- Graphic
- Title e.g., Australian History Quiz
- Description
Note: There can be numerous items on the page.
- Press the letter N key if you want to just read the descriptions of the test available.
Note: JAWS will read 'subject content frame frame end' when you have reached the end.
1.2. Opening a test
You can take a test using the following steps.
- Arrow down to the title of the test
- ENTER on the selected option
- JAWS will read the options 'OK or Cancel'.
- OK begins the test
- Cancel returns you to the main menu
- ENTER on the 'OK' option to begin the test when you are ready.
- A new page opens. The cursor is situated at the beginning of the test
1.3. Test display
Tests may be displayed in different ways. Below is an example of how a test may appear.
- Open the test
- Arrow down through the instructions of the test
- Information on the page may include:
- name
- instructions
- completion date/ time
- question/ completion status
- question number
- point value of the question
- Save option
- question
- answer options
- Note: the latter five items are repeated for each question asked in the test.
1.4. Selecting answers
Questions may appear one question at a time or all on the same page.
- Read through the question
- Arrow down through the answer options
- Press the space bar to select the answer(s) which best answers the question
- JAWS should read 'radio button checked followed by the text of the answer'. For options which are not selected JAWS will read 'radio button unchecked' followed by the text of the option
- Note: Some tests will allow you to save your progress. It is good practice to save your work regularly.
- Arrow to the save option located at the beginning of the answer you are in
- ENTER on the 'Save' button to save your progress
- ENTER on the 'OK' option confirming your answer was saved
- Repeat the above process for each question
1.5. Finishing a test
When all the questions have been completed you can select either of the following options:
- 'save and continue'
- 'save and submit'
The 'save and continue' will allow you to save all current answers and review answers (if allowed by lecturer) before submitting.
The 'save and submit' option will save your answers and submit them for review.
- Arrow down to the option you want and ENTER on it
- Note: If some questions are not completed, a message will appear asking you to fill in the incomplete questions.
- ENTER on the OK option to continue to the unanswered questions.
- ENTER on the 'save and submit' option at the bottom of the page to finish
- Enter on the 'OK' button to confirm you have submitted your test
- A notice with the following information appears:
- Name of the assessment
- 'Assessment successfully submitted'
- Assessment title
- Student ID
- Subject name
- Submission date
- An option to review results is offered
- Arrow to the OK option to review your results
- ENTER to activate this option
- Review your results
- ENTER on the OK option when finished
- You are returned to the location of the test.
For students experiencing disability, some aspects of the LMS may present access difficulties. If you need any assistance or advice about using the LMS, or would like to book a consultation about your LMS subject please contact the Disability Liaison Unit at dlu-enquiries@unimelb.edu.au