Canvas Quizzes Overview

Whether you're using Classic Quizzes or New Quizzes, this page provides essential tips, key differences, and quick access to Canvas guides to help you build and manage assessments in Canvas effectively.

Quick Tips and Highlights

Use Classic Quizzes for Surveys

Classic Quizzes is the simplest way to have graded and ungraded surveys.

Randomize Strategically

Shuffle answers, but avoid shuffling questions if they build on each other contextually.

Secure, Not Perfect

Use time limits and access codes, but remember that no setup is fully cheat-proof.

Clear Expectations

Publish and set availability dates in advance so students don't miss them. Allow multiple attempts with clear feedback.

Tip: You can use both Classic and New Quizzes in the same course!

If you're a student looking for help with quizzes in Canvas, please reach out to the 91�� Online Help Desk.

Classic vs. New Quizzes: At a Glance

**Feature Comparison**
Feature	Classic Quizzes	New Quizzes
Tool Type	Built-in Canvas Tool	External Tool (LTI)
Question Banks	Course-Specific Question Banks	Shareable User-Specific Item Banks
Moderation Panel	Yes	Yes (via internal menu)
Partial Credit	Limited	Improved for some question types
SpeedGrader	Full Support	Full Support (Some features in progress)
Third-Party Tool Support	Full (e.g., Honorlock)	Limited / In Progress
Migration Tool	Convert Classic to New	Cannot convert New to Classic
Quiz Statistics	Basic	More Detailed
Surveys	Graded and Ungraded	Not Supported

**Supported Question Types**
Question Type	Classic Quizzes	New Quizzes
Multiple Choice	✔	✔
True/False	✔	✔
Fill-in-the-Blank	✔	✔*
Fill-in-Multiple-Blanks	✔	— ( * merged into Fill-in-the-Blank)
Multiple Answer	✔	✔**
Multiple Drop-down	✔	— ( ** merged into Multiple Answer)
Matching	✔	✔
Numerical Answer	✔	✔
Formula	✔	✔
Essay	✔	✔
File Upload	✔	✔
Categorization	—	✔
Hot Spot	—	✔
Ordering	—	✔

Online Proctoring

Proctorio is being phased out. It will remain available through the end of Fall 2025, but will be removed in December. We recommend transitioning to Honorlock for any future assessments.

Honorlock is now available in Canvas and is the preferred online proctoring tool at Weber State. While our team does not manage proctoring directly, setup instructions and support can be found on the Weber State Testing Center website.

Tip: Encourage students to install and test Honorlock before exam day to avoid last-minute issues. They can access a practice exam (or module) you provide, or use the Honorlock support link in Canvas.

We do not recommend using Proctorio and Honorlock in the same course. The required browser extensions conflict with each other and may cause issues for students.

If a student requires testing accommodations, please coordinate with the Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) prior to the exam.

When setting up an Honorlock exam, clearly specify any allowed resources (e.g., calculators, notes) in both the exam instructions and the Honorlock settings.

Need help? Contact the Testing Center or visit the for 24/7 live chat assistance.

Quicklinks to Canvas Guides

Instructor Guides:

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Student Guides:

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use both quiz types?

Yes! Canvas allows you to use both Classic and New Quizzes within the same course.

Should I switch to New Quizzes?

It depends on your needs. New Quizzes offer more question types and better analytics, but some third-party tools may only work with Classic.

Do I need to set availability dates?

Yes. Set availability and due dates to ensure students access your quiz during the right timeframe. This is also required for setting an exam up in the campus testing centers.