Click Save changes at the bottom of the screen.By default, natural weighting produces a sum of the grades. The Weights column displays the relative weights of the items as percentages, based on each item’s points. Using natural aggregation also makes it easier to flag grade items as extra credit, if that option is needed.
Extra Credit
To set a grade item or assignment to extra credit follow these steps:
- Go to the gradebook.
- Click on the Setup tab in gradebook setup.
- Find the grade item or assignment you would like to set as extra credit.
- Click on the edit option out to the right of the item.
- Select the Edit Setting option.
- Under Weight you'll find a checkbox for Extra Credit.
- Check that box and save changes.
- Once designated as Extra Credit the item total will display a "+" to the right of the number.
Instructors can override grade items’ default weights and enter alternate weights by selecting the box next to any of the weights.
The natural weighting method is flexible and can be applied in different ways to produce different results. People who utilize sum or percentage grading could take advantage of this aggregation method. Flexibility can also sometimes create confusion, so if you have questions about gradebook setup, we encourage you to contact your college consultant.