Desire2Learn 9.0

Grades Tool: Process Overview

This table shows an overview of steps to use with the Desire2Learn Grades tool. Following these steps will help you understand the Desire2Learn Grades tool and take advantage of its features.

Step	Process
Step I: Grades Setup	Familiarize yourself with the terms used in D2L Use the Setup Wizard to set up your gradebook Establish a grade scheme
Step II: Create Categories	Use categories to group items if using a points grading system (optional) Use categories to weight items if using a weighted calculation system
Step III: Create Grade Items	Add a grade item Select a grade item type Assign the grade item to a category Assign points Determine whether the item is a bonus item or contains extra credit Assign a grading scheme if not using the default
Step IV: Maintain Your Grades List	Modify grade items / categories Choose display and viewing options Grade certain items manually Change grades Delete grades Export your grades for backup
Step V: Final Grades	Calculate the final grades Release the final grades