Quick Check is a low-stakes, high-impact tool for formative assessment in Canvas that can help replicate live engagement in online courses.
Simulates real-time, in-class questioning in asynchronous courses
Provides every student a chance to engage equally and individually
Enables reflective, low-pressure assessment embedded directly in content
Delivers immediate feedback to support learning without interrupting flow
The Student Experience: Integrated, Low-Stakes Formative Assessment
From the student’s perspective, Quick Check doesn’t feel like a quiz—it’s just a natural part of the content. As they read, they encounter a question, answer it, and get instant feedback. There’s no pressure, no grades unless the instructor chooses to use them, and no bouncing out of the learning context. This keeps students in the zone and reinforces learning in the moment.
Questions appear inline without disruption or navigation away from content
Feels like part of the learning flow rather than a separate quiz or test
Immediate, tailored feedback helps the student reflect and adjust in real time
Encourages learning through mistakes in a safe, low-pressure environment
Instructor Benefits: Seamless Learning with Instant Feedback
Easily embed questions directly in course content without the use of complex tools or navigation
Customize feedback for each answer choice to address common misconceptions
View analytics to identify where students struggle and adapt instruction accordingly
How It Works: Quick Setup, Seamless Integration
Go to the Quick Check tool in Canvas
Create a Quick Check set with your desired questions
Add custom feedback for each answer (optional, but powerful)
Embed the Quick Check directly into your course content!