Midterm and Final (Semester) test set up (X1, X2, X3, X4)

Setting Midterms and Finals in PowerTeacher Pro

PowerTeacher Pro sets the midterm and final also called "Semester test" based on dates. Grades entered in a teachers gradebook on these dates will be used as the grade for midterms or finals depending on the time of year. These tests are denoted by the letter "X." All teachers at the secondary level should have at least an X1 and an X2.  In all these cases the setting for X in the traditional grade calculations should be Total Points 100%

Midterm and Final Exam Information

This guide provides information on creating and entering midterm and final exams within the grading system.

Types of Exams:

• Midterm: X1 
• Final: X2

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Creating Exams:

1. Create an assignment with a due date matching Midterm or Final dates (see "Important Dates").
2. Use any category; "Formative/Summative" recommended.

Important Dates

Year-Long Classes:

• X1 (Midterm): Dec 19th-20th, 2024
• X2 (Final): May 21st-22nd, 2025

Semester-Long Classes:

• X1 (Final): Dec 19th-20th, 2024
• X2 (Final): May 21st-22nd, 2025

Entering Grades:

• Grades on these dates are automatically Midterms or Finals.
• Avoid using these dates for other assignments to prevent errors.

Example Scenarios:

• Middle School Math Teacher (End of Semester 1): Midterm (X1) due Dec 20th, 2024.
• High School Health Teacher (End of Semester 1):  Final (X1) due Dec 20th, 2024. 
• High School Health Teacher (End of Semester 2) Final (X2) Due May 22nd, 2025

Caution:

• No other assignments can share Midterm or Final due dates to avoid miscalculations.