The total column is a type of calculated column that generates a grade based on the cumulative points earned, related to the points allowed. You can select which columns and categories are included in a total column's calculation. When creating a total column, you can include other calculated columns. A default Total column is available in each course.
Default Settings
The following list includes the settings for the default total column:
- All grade columns are included in the calculation.
- Calculated columns are not included.
- Un-graded items are not included. You can change this by editing the column and selecting No for Calculate as Running Total.
Total Point Formula
Add the points possible of all selected columns to find the total points. Then, add a student’s earned scores for all selected columns. This is the total earned out of the total points possible. Exempted items are ignored. The results display according to the Primary and Secondary Display options.
Column 1 points earned + Column 2 points earned + Column 3 points earned + Column 4 points earned = Total Points Earned out of Total Points Possible
Student A
Eight values: 8/10, 3/5, 2/2, 3/7, 47/50, 20/25, 88/100
Earned Points Value: 171
Points Possible Value: 199
Total Points: 171/199
Student B
Eight values: 9/10, X (exempt), 1/2, 5/7, 45/50, X, 22/25, 90/100
Earned Points Value: 172
Points Possible Value: 194
Total Points: 172/194
Please Note:
Using a Running Total in the Total Column will exempt cells that do not contain data. Choose not to calculate as a running total to include all selected columns in the calculation, using a value of 0 if no grade exists. This can make grades appear artificially low (or high).
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