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  1. Copying a Test

    Norton Testmaker lets you make unlimited copies of existing tests. This is a good way to use a previously created test as a template for a new one. 1. In the “Your Tests” screen, click the "Actions" dropdown corresponding to the test you want to ...
  2. Deleting a Test

    You can delete tests from Norton Testmaker. Keep in mind that deleting a test is a permanent action . 1. In the “Your Tests” screen, click the "Action" dropdown corresponding to the test that you want to delete. 2. Select "Delete" from the d...
  3. Customizing Questions in a Test

    Norton Testmaker lets you customize questions after adding them to your test. Customized questions become a part of your test bank automatically, so they can be reused in other tests. Questions can be edited in “Build” and “List” views. The follo...
  4. How Do I Import My Test to a Blackboard Ultra Course?

    After building your test, you’ll want to export it from Norton Testmaker before uploading it to Blackboard Ultra. See instructions to export the test from Norton Testmaker. For a video walkthrough of the import process, click here . Import...
  5. Numeric Entry Question Type

    Hide All Answers Numeric Entry Question Type: Introduction As the name suggests, the Numeric Entry question type is used when a numeric answer is required. The numeric entry field (shown in the figures below) requires a student to enter on...
  6. Open Response Questions

    Open Response questions work differently from the other types of questions. You'll be asked to write a text response, which will be submitted to your instructor. You won't be graded for the question right away. When the assignment's due date p...
  7. Symbolic Equation Module

    Symbolic Equation Module The Symbolic Equation Module (SEM) allows students to enter answers in a variety of formats, ranging from simple numbers or letters to complex mathematical equations. The screenshot below shows an example of an S...
  8. Tutorial Lessons

    What is a Tutorial Lesson? A Tutorial Lesson is a series of questions, consisting of one assigned “Parent” question and multiple, optional “Step” questions. These Step questions are designed to help you figure out the answer to the assigned que...
  9. Exam Assignment

    Hide All Answers Exam Assignment If your instructor assigns an Exam assignment, you will have a one attempt to submit an answer per question.  Click Begin Exam to start.   Once you submit your attempt, feedback will not be displ...
  10. Economics Graphing Tool Directions

    Instructor Notes We often find that the issues students encounter are related to skipping the directions and tutorial assignment, so we strongly recommend assigning the Tutorial activity in Smartwork. If your students experience further challen...