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What is the key to an eLearning course\u2019s success? How do you create a course that really works? One of the golden rules is not to overwhelm learners with a non-stop stream of information. Instead, content should be organized by topic and presented in a series of small, logical steps. Another golden rule is to use a knowledge check at the end of each topic so learners can confirm their understanding of the material they\u2019ve just covered.<\/p>\n

This article will show you how to create knowledge checks using the iSpring QuizMaker<\/a>.<\/p>\n

TL;DR<\/h2>\n

The article explains how knowledge checks in eLearning help learners confirm their understanding after each topic and that they are informal, ungraded tools that give immediate feedback to support learning. It describes choosing question types aligned with learning objectives and offers examples of different types, such as hotspots, drag-and-drop, and sequence questions. The piece also outlines how to build and enhance knowledge checks using iSpring QuizMaker, suggesting the use of a question bank, balanced difficulty, randomization, time limits, feedback, branching, and multiple attempts to improve effectiveness. It concludes that incorporating multiple knowledge checks throughout a course boosts learner success.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a Knowledge Check?<\/h2>\n

Knowledge checks are not considered a formal type of assessment, since they\u2019re not typically graded or tracked. They\u2019re a great way to take the \u201cpulse\u201d of your learner at any given point in your eLearning module. Knowledge checks can be particularly helpful in corporate training by providing immediate feedback and confirmation of learning transfer. Instructional designers often incorporate them into their modules to allow learners the chance to review and assess their progress.<\/p>\n

The fastest and easiest way to create knowledge check questions is with an authoring tool. iSpring QuizMaker offers a complete package of components for building multi-platform interactive eLearning assessments. It lets you choose from among 14 different question types, including basic True\/False and Multiple Choice questions and engaging Hotspots and Drag-and-Drops.<\/p>\n

To see the complete list of questions in iSpring QuizMaker, check out 14 types of Quizzes to Use in Your eLearning Course<\/a>.<\/p>\n

How to Choose Knowledge Check Questions<\/h2>\n

When creating knowledge checks, it\u2019s crucial to align the question type to the objective or outcome you want learners to achieve. Let\u2019s look at how various question types can be used to support different learning or performance objectives.<\/p>\n

Objective example 1: Basic comprehension<\/strong><\/p>\n

If the objective of your eLearning course is to provide your learners with information, facts, basic comprehension, or knowledge of a topic, you can use one of the question types shown below for your knowledge check.<\/p>\n

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Basic comprehension questions<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Objective example 2: Applied knowledge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Your learner can demonstrate their ability to apply what they know by answering a question that measures more than just basic comprehension. These question types are a great way to confirm knowledge application.<\/p>\n

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Knowledge application questions<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Objective example 3: Processes and procedures<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are some cases when you need to show step-by-step processes and procedures. Use these question types to confirm that your learner is able to comprehend and follow processes and procedural steps.<\/p>\n

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Process and procedure questions<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Objective example 4: Feedback<\/strong><\/p>\n

You may wish to solicit feedback from learners on the quality and helpfulness of the learning materials you create. Feedback surveys<\/a> can provide a structured format to receive and review input directly from the learning audience. Use Likert Scale questions to customize an array of response options. You can also use Numeric, Multiple Choice, and Short Answer questions for these purposes. For in-depth personal feedback, include an Essay question.<\/p>\n

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Feedback questions<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Knowledge check question examples<\/h3>\n

Now, when you have an overall picture of how various question types can achieve different learning goals, let\u2019s take a closer look at specific questions and how you can apply them for different training needs.<\/p>\n

Prove or apply knowledge: Finding the Hotspot<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hotspot questions are a great way for learners to prove that they can interpret an image and identify or locate a specific element of, or item within, that image. Here are some ways that a Hotspot question can be used to prove knowledge application.<\/p>\n

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Hotspot question examples<\/caption>\n
Knowledge \/ Skill<\/strong><\/td>\nProve with Hotspot<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Map\/Geography<\/td>\nClick the correct area on an image to locate or identify a street, building, neighborhood, city, etc.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Software Training<\/td>\nClick a text field to show where data is entered.<\/p>\n

Click a tab to prove that you know how to navigate to a different page in the application.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Safety Training<\/a><\/td>\nClick to identify a particular object.<\/p>\n

Click to indicate a zone of safety (or danger).<\/p>\n

Click on an item that doesn\u2019t belong.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Check out how to create a hotspot question for an online quiz<\/a> \u2192<\/p>\n

Meet a performance standard: Drag the Words<\/strong><\/p>\n

Some tasks need to be completed with uniform precision. Drag the Words questions are a good way for learners to prove that they can select the correct standard when faced with an array of choices. Add some extra distractors so your learners can\u2019t randomly guess the answers.<\/p>\n

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Drag the Words question examples<\/caption>\n
Knowledge \/ Skill<\/strong><\/td>\nProve with Drag The Words<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Compliance<\/td>\nSelect the right word in the right context to complete a statement correctly.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Marketing\/Branding<\/td>\nApply the correct marketing or branding verbiage.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sales<\/td>\n\u00a0Correctly link features and benefits.<\/p>\n

Describe product details.<\/p>\n

Follow a sales pitch or script.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Communication<\/td>\n\u00a0Express ideas in a clear and logical manner.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Follow a process or procedure: A Sequence of Events<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sequence questions are an excellent way for a learner to prove that they can identify the steps of a process or procedure, then execute the steps in the correct order. This is a good question type to use for medical or first aid, cooking, legal or criminal justice, and project management training modules<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Sequence question examples<\/caption>\n
Knowledge \/ Skill<\/td>\nProve with Sequence<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Medical<\/td>\nPerform a diagnostic task.<\/p>\n

Follow an established protocol to administer CPR.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Cooking<\/td>\nCorrectly order the steps of a recipe.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Project management<\/td>\nIdentify process steps and place them in the correct order.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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How to Build Knowledge Check Questions<\/h2>\n

Start with a question bank!\u00a0<\/strong>A question bank is a great way to develop a stockpile of questions for use in quizzes and knowledge checks. You can copy, paste, edit, or re-purpose any item in your question bank for future projects, which can be a great time saver.<\/p>\n

iSpring QuizMaker will save your quiz questions as a question group by default. These groups can become the question banks you draw from for knowledge check questions and assessments.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s look at how to create and save a quiz question.<\/p>\n

Creating a Multiple Response question<\/h3>\n

Step 1: Open iSpring QuizMaker<\/strong><\/p>\n

To get started, open iSpring QuizMaker and select Graded Quiz<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Step 2: Select Question Type<\/strong><\/p>\n

The graded quiz view will open. Click on the Question<\/strong> tab in the top left corner of the screen and choose Multiple Response<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Step 3: Enter your Questions and Answers<\/strong><\/p>\n

The page will open in Form View<\/strong>. Enter your question text and answers. Be sure to indicate which choices are correct.<\/p>\n

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Step 4: Design your slide<\/strong><\/p>\n

You can give your slide additional visual appeal by adding an image or changing font size or color. Click on Slide View<\/strong> to see how your slide will appear to learners.<\/p>\n

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This slide is rather plain. You can import an image to add visual appeal. Click the Insert<\/strong> tab, then select Picture<\/strong> to add a saved image from your hard drive.<\/p>\n

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The default slide size is 720 pixels wide by 540 pixels high. Be sure to size your image correctly so that it fits within the slide.<\/p>\n

After you insert and size the image, click the Format<\/strong> tab, then Send to Back<\/strong>. This will ensure that all of your text is visible on the screen.\u00a0Place the image on the slide and re-color text for visibility, if needed.<\/p>\n

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Step 5: Set your slide options<\/strong><\/p>\n

You can set parameters to deliver customized feedback and scoring options for each question on your quiz using the choices from the drop-down menus in the Slide Options<\/strong> panel on the right side of your screen.<\/p>\n