The Averaging Method allows you to choose the type of method you would like to use for averaging the Students' assignment scores. Note: An Instructor must be given rights by the SI Administrator before they are able to set an averaging method.
To access Section Settings, click the Options Menu, Section Settings.
The Section Settings Page will appear.
Use the Section Slider to select the Section for which you would like to set the Averaging Method.
Select the Averaging Method Tab. The selected tab is highlighted by a black box.
Averaging Method: Use the Drop Down List Box to select the Averaging Method you would like to use for the Section you have selected.
DEFINITIONS OF AVERAGING METHODS
The Simple Point Averaging Method is based on a possible points system and will NOT include the weight assigned to the specific Assignment Types.
The Simple Score Averaging Method is based on a percentage system and will NOT include the weight assigned to the specific Assignment Types.
The Weighted Score Averaging Method is based on a percentage system and WILL include the weight you have assigned the specific Assignment Types.
The Weighted Point Averaging Method is based on a possible points system and WILL include the weight you have assigned to the specific Assignment Types.
Note: When using a Simple Averaging Method, you may use as many Assignment Types as you want. However, the weight does NOT matter for the calculation. The purpose of Assignment Types in the Simple Averaging Methods is to allow you to categorize your assignments and drop low and high scores. Also, the Averaging Method selected is valid for the duration of the class. Therefore, you do not need to change the Averaging Method at each 6 or 9 week period. For example, if you have a class that lasts for a semester, the Averaging Method is applicable for the semester.
Averaging Method Examples
Assignments:
Chapter 1 Review
Points Possible: 50
Points Received: 45
Student's Score: 90
Chapter 1 Test
Points Possible: 25
Points Received: 20
Student's Score: 80
Scores Averaging Method
Chapter 1 Review Score + Chapter 1 Test Score\Number of Assignments
90+80=170\2=85
Points Averaging Method
Chapter 1 Review Points Received + Chapter 1 Test Points Received\Total Points Possible
45+20=65\75=86.67
Click 
to save the Averaging Method.