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WebTest Custom Directions

Instructors can add custom directions to a WebTest which will display to students on the WebTest introduction page.

These directions can also include links that automatically open in a new window, giving students easy access to additional resources or materials to use with the test.

Note: Links are not currently supported with WebTests using Respondus LockDown Browser or Monitor.

How to Add WebTest Directions

  1. Log in to your Teach account and enter your Hawkes course.

  2. Go to Assignments > WebTests.

  3. Select Create New or the edit icon to open an existing WebTest.

    Note: WebTest Directions cannot be added to a WebTest that's currently assigned. The WebTest must be un-assigned first to add directions.

  4. On the right-hand side under Pre-Test Instructions, enter your instructions.
    WebTest editor with the Pre-Test Instructions box highlighted. An arrow points to the sample directions typed in the box.

  5. To include a link, select the Link icon.

  6. Enter the display text, choose the Link Type, and enter the URL.
    Pre-Test Instructions toolbar with the Link icon highlighted and the Link window open, showing Display Text 'Link to Calculator', Link Type URL, and an empty URL field. Arrows point to the Link icon and the URL field.

  7. Once finished creating the WebTest, select Save As or Save in the top-right corner.

Viewing Directions as a Student

Students will see the custom directions display on their WebTest introduction page, and can open any links that have been added before starting the WebTest.

Student WebTest introduction page for 'Custom Instructions', with the instructor's directions shown in the Directions from your Instructor row.