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Keyword-based Question
Description
A 'container' that allows for the random selection at runtime of question based around a keyword.
Rationale
In formative self-assessments it is useful in some situations to randomise which questions are presented to students each time they go in.
Notes:
They should not be used on summative exams.
Calculation questions are not supported in keyword based question blocks (They will be from 6.0.3)
Fit Criterion
Presentation
At run-time a question is selected at random from a keyword within the module.
When new questions are tagged with the keyword they automatically become available to the keyword 'container'.
When a question is selected by the system all the standard 'rules' of this question type then apply.
Once a random question has been selected at runtime for a particular question is must not change when going between screens.
Marking
Marking should follow the 'rules' of the selected 'child' question.
Feedback
Feedback should follow the 'rules' of the selected 'child' question.
Limited Save
Not possible as random questions should not be used in summative exams.
Standard Setting
Not possible
Data Format
Correct Answer
Stored in whatever way the 'source' question type stores in.
Student Answer
Stored in whatever way the 'source' question type stores in.