Electronic marking of mathematics assignments using Microsoft Word 2007

Lowe, Tim; Mestel, Ben and Arrowsmith, Gaynor (2008). Electronic marking of mathematics assignments using Microsoft Word 2007. In: 12th International CAA Conference: Research into e-Assessment, 8-9 Jul 2008, Loughborough University, UK.

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Abstract

This paper describes on-going work within the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at The Open University to enable distance learning students to electronically submit assignments rich in mathematical notation and diagrams, and for those assignments to be marked and returned electronically by their tutor. A trial is currently underway of a prototype system that enables students to submit assignments in a range of electronic formats, which are then converted to Microsoft Word 2007 format to enable tutors to take advantage of various features of this software for marking and providing mathematical comments. The systems developed for this trial are described and preliminary findings presented.

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