Since the new Information Literacy Modules have recently been released, and as you begin a new semester, we want to remind you that you will need to create new instances for your classes so that scores from this semester will not be co-mingled with scores from previous semesters. You may also consider downloading any old scores you might need and then deleting old instances to avoid any confusion.
Also, you can use this link to view a brief module demo that highlights what is included in a module, if you would like more information!
We are pleased to announce that the Information Literacy Modules have been updated. Eleven of the twelve modules now have a 2nd set of assessment questions so that students will be tested with different questions upon their second attempt. Only one module remains unchanged. The RefWorks module will be updated in the next month to reflect features in the new version of RefWorks that was released on May 4th. As soon as the module is updated to the new version, you will be notified.
New features that make assigning the Information Literacy Modules even easier now allow you to send student scores directly to your Webcourses. To use this new feature when you create an instance, simply select your course from a drop down list, and then select the option to sync scores. A grade book column will be created and assessment scores will go directly into that column. Another new feature adds the date and time when students submit assessments. This feature can help you determine more accurately when students submit their assessments. Also, students will now receive an e-mail confirmation with their scores each time they complete a module assessment.
New versions of the information literacy modules will be available in May. The new versions will include an additional set of assessment questions for each module, and this new test bank will improve the rigor of each module. We’ve also updated content and graphics as needed for each module.
A system upgrade will also occur on May 5 and the system inaccessible. With this in mind, please make new instances of modules for your classes starting the week of May 9th to take advantage of this new test bank and new content. Note: You may want to delete old instances from previous semesters at the time you create new ones to eliminate confusion.