Grade practice quizzes on completion instead of correct answers
Complete/incomplete grading records whether a student finished a quiz, not how many answers they got right. Here is what that means, when instructors use it, and how to build your own practice questions from course material.
How complete/incomplete quiz grading works
Complete/incomplete grading is a way of scoring complete/incomplete Canvas quizzes based on submission rather than accuracy. A student who finishes the quiz by the stated deadline earns full credit, and a student who does not finish earns none, regardless of how many answers were correct. Instructors often use this for low-stakes practice quizzes where the goal is to get students reviewing material.
- Complete/incomplete grades usually reflect submission or participation, not the number of correct answers.
- Low-stakes practice quizzes are a common use for this grading style.
- Check your course syllabus or the quiz settings to confirm what counts as complete.
- Practice questions with explanations help students learn from wrong answers even when the grade does not show them.
Quizzes from your own material
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Explanations for every answer
Each question includes a reason for the correct answer, so a quiz works as practice and not only as a score.
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The choice between complete/incomplete and points-based grading changes how students approach the work. Points-based grading rewards accuracy, which can make students anxious about wrong answers. Complete/incomplete grading rewards effort, but it gives less feedback about what a student still needs to learn. Many instructors pair it with explanations or a follow-up review so students can see their gaps.
If you want practice questions to study from, you can generate them from your own course material instead of relying on a ready-made set. Upload the readings or slides, pick a question type, and review the explanations before you decide which questions to use.
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Frequently asked questions
Does a complete/incomplete grade depend on how many answers are correct?
Usually not. The grade typically records whether the student submitted the quiz or met the completion requirement set by the instructor. Your course settings or syllabus will say exactly what counts as complete.
When should a quiz be graded complete/incomplete instead of by points?
It is most useful for low-stakes practice quizzes where the goal is regular review rather than a precise score. Instructors often use it early in a unit so students can practice without grade pressure.
Can DeckOwl create a quiz I can import into my course?
DeckOwl can export QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML files on the Pro plan, along with PDF and DOCX on Plus. Check which import format your school's learning management system accepts before you export.
Is there a free way to try generating quiz questions?
Yes. The free plan includes 3 generations per month and lets you study in the browser. No credit card is needed to start.
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