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How do I set empty cells to zero for a single grade item?

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Set a score for all empty cells for a specific Gradebook item using Set Score for Empty Cells option. This is a fast method of grading students that have not completed a course component.

Note: Gradebook does not include ungraded items in the course grade calculation. Empty cells could result in a higher course grade average for a student. To include a Gradebook item in the course grade calculation, a grade of zero or higher must be entered.  

Caution: Set Score for Empty Cells cannot be undone. If you've used the feature in error, it is still possible to manually adjust scores.

Select the arrow icon and then select Set Score for Empty Cells.

Image of Set Score For empty cells button in gradebook.
  1. Select the arrow icon to reveal dropdown menu.
  2. Select Set Score for Empty Cells.

Enter a score and then select Done.

Image of set score for empty cells page.
  1. Enter a score in the Grade Override field.
  2. Select Done.

Select Continue to confirm.

Set Score confirmation dialog box

Select Continue to confirm the score and correct sections or groups to whom the score will apply.

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