What is Akindi?
Akindi is an online assessment platform designed to streamline the process of creating, administering, and grading assessments by creating online or paper-based scantrons. It allows instructors to create multiple-choice assessments, quizzes, and exams efficiently while providing a user-friendly interface for both instructors and students.
Why should I Use Akindi?
Akindi offers several advantages for its users, including:
- Streamlined Assessment Process: Akindi simplifies the creation, distribution, and grading of assessments, saving educators valuable time.
- User-Friendly Interface: The platform is designed to be intuitive, making it easy for both instructors and students to navigate and use.
- Environmentally Friendly: By utilizing digital assessments rather than paper-based ones, Akindi contributes to reducing paper waste, promoting a more sustainable approach to education.
Using Akindi can enhance the assessment experience for both educators and students, making it a valuable tool.
Best Practices for Using Akindi
When using Akindi, consider the following best practices:
- Plan Assessments Ahead: Outline your assessment goals and structure, and align them to your learning outcomes to ensure clarity and alignment.
- Test Your Assessments: Run a trial to ensure that the assessment functions as intended.
- Gather Student Feedback: After the assessment, ask for student feedback on the process to improve future assessments.
How can I Use Akindi in Blackboard?
To help you get started with Akindi, refer to the following tutorial which will walk you through the steps necessary to set up and manage your assessments in Akindi effectively.
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