FAQ KTH Import Exams
KTH Import Exams imports scanned exams to Canvas. Here are some frequently asked questions about how the function is handled.
Do I need to prepare something to use KTH Import Exams?
(Last reviewed March 27, 2023)
You need to ensure that your exam administration knows that you will assess digitally. Otherwise, you do not need to do anything, the function is installed in your examination room.
Who can use the function?
(Last reviewed March 27, 2023)
People who have one of the roles teacher, examiner or course coordinator in the examination room are authorized to use the function.
Why can't I import the exams directly into the regular course room?
(Last reviewed March 27, 2023)
The examination room must be used because the student groups are different. The students who are registered for the exam are not necessarily registered on the current course offering and do not have access to the course room. Not all students who are registered on the course register for the exam and should not be able to take the exam. All registered students on an activity will have access to the examination room after the registration period has closed.
Can I import proctored written exams with anonymous cover sheets?
(Last reviewed September 3, 2024)
Yes, KTH Import Exams has been adapted to preserve anonymity when importing anonymously written exams to Canvas and works for anonymous and non-anonymous proctored exams. KTH Import Exams checks in Ladok whether an examination has been carried out with anonymous cover sheets (so-called anonymous written exams) and creates the corresponding Canvas assignment accordingly; in this way, anonymity is also maintained in Canvas.
What should I do if the import takes a long time?
(Last reviewed March 27, 2023)
If many people use the function at the same time, the import can be a bit slow. Be patient, once the import has started you can leave the page and come back later.
Some exams are missing after scanning, what might be the reason?
(Last reviewed July 2, 2024)
Since the exams are scanned in batches, not every exam might be available at the same time. Because of this, you might have to run the app multiple times. If you are uncertain about the batches, please contact the local exam administration.
One of the imported exams has not been properly scanned. What am I supposed to do?
(Last reviewed March 27, 2023)
Contact your exam administration and ask them to scan the exams again. Check that the correct cover page has been used and that the student has filled in the correct personal identity number and in the correct place.
Do I have to fill in the scanned cover page on the students' exams?
(Last reviewed March 27, 2023)
The students still need to fill out the cover page, but the teacher doesn't have to. Use the cover page if it makes it easier to compile the results of the assessment.
Is it possible to get the scanned exams divided question by question?
(Last reviewed March 27, 2023)
It is not possible to divide the scanned exams in this way as it requires a lot of manual work.