How do I use Natural aggregation?
You will learn how to use the "Natural" aggregation method within the gradebook in your course. The Natural aggregation method is the default for TITANium. This means that the grade items are summed up to reach the course total.
1. View the grade breakdown in your syllabus.
| Assignment | Points |
|---|---|
| Bio and Photo | 25 |
| Opinion Paper | 100 |
| Critical Analysis | 100 |
| Social Order | 100 |
| Research Proposal | 200 |
| Final Exam | 125 |
2. Enter your course.
3. Click on the Gear icon.
4. Select Gradebook setup.
5. The Gradebook Setup page displays.
The Gradebook setup page is where you will create grade items and determine how the grades are aggregated.
6. Here is this same Gradebook setup page with grade items added.
Natural aggregation (sum) is the default aggregation method.
Read this guide to learn how to add Grade items to your gradebook.
How do I change the Course total aggregation?
1. Click on Edit.
2. Click on Edit settings.
3. Use the dropdown menu to select an aggregation type.
The most commonly used aggregation methods are "Natural", "Weighted mean of grades" and "Mean of grades (with extra credits)".
4. Click on Save changes.
Article Summary
You have now learned how to use the Natural (default) aggregation method for your gradebook.