Coursera: In-video quizzes
In-video quizzes are a type of informal assessment that appears within lecture videos, typically after a key concept has been explained.
Use it to emphasize points and keep students on their toesIn-video quizzes facilitate retrieval-based learning and enable students to test their understanding on the spot. On average, each lecture chunk contains between one to three interruptions for these “quizzes,” which range from a single multiple-choice question to a series of two or three multiple-choice questions, or a short brainstorming exercise. Use it to create a tailored and focused viewing experienceIn-video quiz questions are usually designed such that a student should be able to answer within about 10 seconds if they have been paying attention; longer or more difficult questions can sometime break the lecture flow. Coursera suggests creating one in-video quiz question for every 8-10 minutes of lecture video. Instructors can specify the precise moment in the lecture video that the in-video quiz appears.
ProsIt promotes active viewing. In-video quizzes are designed to be a metacognitive tool for keeping students engaged and providing opportunities for information retrieval to enhance learning. ConsAnswers cannot be assessed. One potential drawback is that these “quizzes” do not record a grade and correct answers are not required to continue watching the rest of the lecture video. In-video quizzes only work in Coursera. They are only available to students who stream the lecture videos, but not available to those who download the videos and watch them offline. This is because in-video quizzes require a specialized video player, and this player is designed to work on the Coursera platform through the browser. Limited answer options. Coursera only allows you to write one or four answer options for in-video quizzes.
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