Adding Extra Time and Attempts

In this document, you will learn how to add extra time or attempt for timed quizzes and assignments for an individual student or groups of students.

  1. In the Course Navigation, click the Quizzes link.
  2. Navigate to the desired quiz and click the name of the quiz.
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  3. Click on the Moderate This Quiz link.

  4. To add a Time Accommodation for a specific student, click the pencil icon (1) next to the student’s name. 

    Note: You can also filter students in your course by using the Search People field (2). 
    To select multiple students, check the boxes next to their names and click the pencil icon at the bottom of the page. 

  5. In the moderation view, enter the additional number of attempts in the Extra Attempts field.

  6. If the quiz has a time limit and you want to give extra time, type the number of extra minutes in the Extra Time on Every Attempt field. 


  7. Click "Save" to apply the changes.

    TLTS Video: Adding Extra Time and Attempts


Important Notes:

  • Before You Begin: Ensure the quiz is published before you add extra attempts or time.
  • Extra Attempts: You can only add an extra attempt if the student has already made an attempt. You cannot delete the submission or reset the quiz.
  • 'Until' Date: Note that the 'Until' date will override any extra time allowed, so adjust the due date accordingly.
  • Time Limit Settings: If there's no option to add extra time, the quiz may not be set with a time limit. To grant extra time, the quiz must be timed.
  • Assignment Cards: It is recommended to add another assignment card instead of replacing the current one to avoid losing submissions in the gradebook.
  • Proctoring Services: If using a proctoring service, ensure that accommodations are also provided in their system.

Canvas Helpful links: 
Learn more about moderating current timed quizzes.
Learn more about giving extra quiz attempts.
Learn how to submit outstanding quizzes.
Learn how to adjust the availability dates.