- How do I remove 0% categories?
- What are some alternatives for 0% categories?
As a teacher using Canvas as the Learning Management System (LMS) for your courses, it is important to keep in mind that the assignment groups/categories should always add up to 100% to prevent errors in the gradebook. In addition, assigning weighted categories at 0% can cause issues in the grade calculations, which may lead to inaccurate student grades.
To avoid these problems, we recommend that you follow these guidelines:
Avoid using 0% categories: In Canvas, categories that are weighted at 0% should be avoided because they cause errors in the gradebook. Instead, consider using the "Do Not Count This Assignment Towards the Final Grade" option or making quizzes ungraded, which allows you to exclude certain assignments or quizzes from the final grade calculation.
Assignment option - check the box ✔ Do not count this assignment towards the final grade
Quiz options - Practice Quiz or Ungraded Survey
Categorize all assignments and quizzes: Ensure that every assignment and quiz is assigned to a category with a weighted value. This ensures that all assignments and quizzes are accounted for in the grade calculation.
Consider alternative solutions: If an assignment or quiz does not carry much weight, consider assigning it a low point value, such as 1 point. This will prevent it from having a significant impact on the student's final grade.
It is important to keep in mind that uncategorized categories are not a good solution. By following the above guidelines, you can help ensure that the grade book in Canvas is accurate and reflects the student's performance throughout the year.
If you have any questions or need further assistance with creating categories or assigning point values in Canvas, please don't hesitate to reach out to the Solutions Team. We are always here to help you optimize your use of Canvas and provide the best possible learning experience for your students.