onlinequiz

An online quiz is a digital assessment delivered over the internet, typically through web-based software or learning management systems. It allows creators to present questions, collect responses, and automatically grade or provide feedback. Online quizzes are used in education, corporate training, marketing research, and entertainment, and can be delivered asynchronously or in real time.

Common features include multiple choice, true/false, short answer, matching, and ordering items; automatic scoring; feedback; time limits; randomization; adaptive or branched questioning; analytics and reporting; and accessibility options.

There are different formats: formative quizzes to monitor progress, summative assessments for grading, practice quizzes for exam preparation, and self-check quizzes.

Platforms vary: integrated within learning management systems such as Moodle or Canvas; standalone services; mobile apps; customized software. Benefits include scalability, instant feedback, objective scoring, and data collection; flexibility in timing and availability for learners.

Challenges include opportunities for cheating, privacy and data security concerns, accessibility for users with disabilities, and the need for well-designed items that align with learning objectives. Effective online quizzes use clear goals, appropriate question types, balanced difficulty, and validation of results.

History and adoption: online quizzes grew with early e-learning in the 1990s, with platforms like WebCT and Blackboard evolving into modern cloud-based quiz tools and LMS integrations. Today, they remain a common tool for assessment, practice, and engagement across education and industry.