WeBWorK

WeBWorK is an online assessment platform focused on numeric problems and questions. It is integrated with Canvas, allowing for easy access and grade syncing. Instructors can create custom problems or select from a library of problems with various assessment types (homework sets, tests, proctored tests) to assess student understanding. By completing problems at their own pace and receiving instant feedback, students are empowered to practice and strengthen their understanding of new concepts. 

Key Features

  • Different assessment types: create homework sets and quizzes (tests, proctored tests) to assess student understanding 
  • Easy access and flexible format: easily access WeBWorK from Canvas and work on homework sets at one’s own pace 
  • Customize problems: create problems or choose from thousands of problems in the Open Problem Library 
  • Automatic grading: provide students with instant feedback after students have submitted their answers 
  • Randomly generated problems: parameters are randomly generated within the problems 

Getting Started

To use WeBWorK in your course, you will first have to create a WeBWorK course using Canvas 

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Last updated on: September 27, 2024


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