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Edit and Modify Tests in ESGI

To learn how to edit and modify tests in the Classic Version of ESGI, click here.

Overview: 

Editing a test in ESGI is a simple and user-friendly process. You have the flexibility to change the test title, modify question content, and adjust answer choices to suit your needs. This feature allows you to tailor assessments to better meet your teaching objectives. However, please be cautious when editing a test that has already been shared or administered to a student, as these changes may impact the data. We recommend reviewing the article Effects of Editing a Test before making any modifications to ensure you understand the potential implications.

Please Note: You must be the test author to edit. If you are not the author, you can make a copy of the test and edit it to meet your needs. 

Click here to learn how to edit and modify tests in the Classic version of ESGI. 

Important Notes 

  • To edit or modify an existing test, you must be the test author. 
  • When editing a test that has been shared and/or already given to a student, the data could be altered:  
  • If the number of questions is changed, the percentage of questions each student has corrected will be adjusted.  
  • If you edit the content of a question, the data will no longer reflect the student's answers.  
  • If you edit a question and only change a picture (e.g. The question asks, "what color is this?" and you change the picture from a frog to a leaf), the data remains intact.  

    Edit and Modify Tests in ESGI

 Locating your test to edit:  

1. Select the Test Explorer button on the left side of your Teacher Homepage 

2. Using the Search field at the top of the Test Explorer Window, search for your test by a keyword or author name. You can also filter your test search: 

  • If you created the test, use the My Tests filter under the search option. 
  • If you started the test but did not finish, use the My Drafts filter under the search option.

3.Once you have located your test, you can begin editing.

Editing Yes/No Test:

Click the Preview Test A blue square with white outline and a magnifying glass AI-generated content may be incorrect. icon on the test card to open the Test Editor modal. After clicking it, a preview of the test will appear, showing all your test questions and any images or words currently in the test. 

1. Edit the test name and details using the fields on the left (see Image 1). From this modal, many edits and modifications can be edited by a click and/or text entry: 

  • Test Name: The name that will appear for this test.
  • Description: A required field where you can describe what the test entails. 
  • Content Area: Choose from Language Arts, Math, or Spanish. 
  • Test Card Color: Allows you to change the color of your test bar. 
  • Add/Edit Grade: A Dropdown list where you can add grade levels. 
  • Share Test: Shares your test within your district for other teachers to use. 
  • Test ID: A test ID can be assigned to your test.
  • Subject Tab: Select which subject tab the test will be placed in. A test can be added to multiple subject tabs. 

2. Questions can be added to the test via the Add Question button.

3. The background color of the test can be changed by clicking the black or white squares to the right of the Background: label. Note that any questions with a white font will display light gray. Follow directions below to edit text color.

4. Question order can be changed by dragging individual questions into a new order or by selecting the Randomize option. 

5. Individual questions can be edited by selecting the three dots icon located in the upper right corner of each question tile. The options for each question are:

  • Edit: Allows you to edit the content of the question. (See Editing an Individual Question section below for details.)
  • Delete: Removes the question from the test.
  • Set as Thumbnail: Sets this question as the thumbnail you see in Test Explorer. 
  • Add State Standard: Allows you to add a state standard to the question. 

6. Question name is where the correct answer is placed. The answer should match the correct answer that the student will view. (ex: if the question is B, then the question name should also be B). 

Editing a Single Score Test:

The process for editing a Single Score Test is quite similar to that of a Yes/No test listed above, however, the key distinction lies in the Total Possible option located in the center of the test preview window. Here, you have the flexibility to adjust this number, either increasing or decreasing it as needed (see Image 2).  

Editing a Rubric Test: 

When editing a Rubric Test, select the Preview Test Icon at the end of the test card. The test card window is similar to the other test cards (yes/no, single score). You can change the test name, description, card color, grade level, and add it to your Subject Tabs. To edit more information on the Rubric test, select Edit Test at the top of the test card window (see Image 3). 

  • Level Type: This is added when the test is first created. When you select one of the Rubric test options (reading, math, writing), it will automatically add the level type.  
  • Levels: If the test has not been given to any students, you can add levels to your rubric test. If the test has not been given to a student, you will have the option to add levels. You cannot change the order of the levels from highest to lowest, but you can change the wording under each level.  
  • Criteria: You can edit the criteria information and change the order by dragging and dropping using the markers on the side.  
  • Description: The description can be modified or left as is 
  • Details: Details are not displayed on the official rubric, only on the test screen if accessed.  

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A screenshot of a computer AI-generated content may be incorrect.

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A screenshot of a computer AI-generated content may be incorrect.

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A screenshot of a computer AI-generated content may be incorrect.

Editing an Individual Question 

1. To edit an individual question, click the icon then Edit. 

2. ESGI’s questions are highly customizable. The Edit Question modal provides the following options when editing/creating a question:

  • Question Name: Allows you to create a unique item name which will show up in Reports such as Item Analysis.
  • Directions to Student: This provides a script for the teacher for consistent administration. 
  • Image Upload: Choose from ESGI’s library of images or upload your own visuals for questions.
  • Text: Add and edit question text. Options include:
    • Font
    • Font Size
    • Font Style: Bold, Italics, Underlined
    • Justification: Left, Center, Right
    • Text Color
  •  Shapes: Add and customize a common shape from ESGI’s list:
    • Rectangle
    • Circle
    • Triangle
    • Line
    • Arrow
3. When you’re finished editing the question, select Save and Close.