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Diagnostic Followup : Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which sections of the followup do I need to do ? Do I need to do all the sections ?
  • Where do I find instructions about entering mathematics into the computer system ?
  • What is the significance of sections M, N, O and P ?
  • What are the arrangements for the assessment versions ? Do they take place at a specific time and place ?
  • I have just completed a quiz but I do not see my mark in "My Grades". What should I do ?
  • The assessment quiz needs a password - what is that password ?

    • Which sections of the followup do I need to do ? Do I need to do all the sections ?

    You will be assessed on at most TWO sections. You can find these by going to 'Grades' on the Canvas area for your course. The sections you will be assessed on will be listed under the field 'Sections to be submitted for followup'. There may be additional sections where you are expected to do some reading or practice but you will not be assessed on these. You can find details of these sections under the field 'Further Reading following Diagnostic'.

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    Where do I find instructions about entering mathematics into the computer system ?

    These instructions are on the second page of the handout which is available from the Diagnostic Followup Folder in your Canvas area. Also available here

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    What is the significance of sections M, N, O and P ?

    Sections M and O a combination of sections E, F, I and L. Similarly, sections N and P are a combination of G, H, J and K. If you are allocated M, N, O or P, you should carry out reading from the sections mentioned above and do your practice and assessment quizzes from sections M , N, O, P.

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    What are the arrangements for the assessment versions ? Do they take place at a specific time and place ?

    You should carry out the assessment versions FOR YOUR TWO SECTIONS in your own time and in a suitable location where you can work without being disturbed. It is NOT a case of gathering at a specific time for a test.

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    I have just completed a quiz but I do not see my mark in "Grades". What should I do ?

    Marks are updated on a cycle lasting upwards of half an hour. You are advised to wait for at least an hour before reporting any missing marks.

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    The assessment quiz needs a password - what is that password ?

    Often a password is used to ensure that students accessing the assessment quizzes (available only once) really do mean to access the assessment quiz. The password is "assessment" i.e. ten letters, all lower case and with two instances of double s and no quotes. This should prevent students wanting the practice questions from accessing the assessment ones by mistake.

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