How to Configure Weighted Total in Blackboard Ultra | Scribe

    How to Configure Weighted Total in Blackboard Ultra

    • Samantha Fraser |
    • 14 steps |
    • 45 seconds
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    Navigate to [https://learn.nipissingu.ca/ultra/course](https://learn.nipissingu.ca/ultra/course)
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    Click "Gradebook"
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    Click the overall grade icon.
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    Click "Edit"
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    By default, all items are sorted into categories. Choose the drop down arrow to open the folder and see the items within it.
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    You have the option to either assign a percentage to the entire category of items, or to unlink each item from its category to apply an individual percentage to each respective item. Click this icon to begin unlinking.
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    Repeat for all items you want to remove from categories.
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    You may have to unlock the field before you can make any adjustments. Press the lock icon to lock or unlock an item.
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    Begin applying percentages according to your syllabus weighting.
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    Repeat until all percentages have been applied and the total at the bottom equals 100%.
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    Review how the grade is displayed to students by choosing this drop down menu.
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    Click "Percentage"
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    If you want students to see their overall grade as the course is in progress, choose '"show to students" otherwise, leave this option unchecked.
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    Click "Save"
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    Your overall grade column will now display to students according to your syllabus' weighted grading scheme. If you keep this column hidden, only you (the instructor) will see this column.