PulseLMS Progress Tracking Guide¶
Complete Student Guide to Monitoring Your Learning Journey¶
Version: 2.0 Last Updated: January 2026 Audience: Students, Learners, Training Participants
Table of Contents¶
- Introduction to Progress Tracking
- Understanding Activity Completion
- Course Completion
- Progress Indicators and Displays
- The Dashboard Overview
- Timeline and Calendar Views
- Grades and Performance
- Competency Tracking
- Learning Paths and Programs
- Badges and Achievements
- Certificates of Completion
- Reports and Analytics
- Mobile Progress Tracking
- Setting Learning Goals
- Time Management
- Self-Assessment Strategies
- Progress Notifications
- Troubleshooting Progress Issues
- Tips for Success
- Quick Reference
Introduction to Progress Tracking¶
Why Track Your Progress?¶
Progress tracking is essential for successful learning. Understanding where you are in your learning journey helps you:
Stay Motivated: - See how far you've come - Celebrate achievements - Maintain momentum - Avoid feeling lost
Stay Organized: - Know what's completed - Identify remaining work - Plan your time effectively - Meet deadlines
Improve Learning: - Identify knowledge gaps - Focus on weak areas - Adjust study strategies - Maximize efficiency
Achieve Goals: - Meet course requirements - Earn certifications - Collect badges - Complete programs
Progress Tracking Features in PulseLMS¶
PulseLMS provides comprehensive tools for monitoring your learning:
Activity Level: - Completion checkmarks - Status indicators - Individual progress
Course Level: - Course progress bars - Completion status - Grade summaries
Program Level: - Learning path progress - Multi-course tracking - Credential status
Achievement Level: - Badge collections - Certificates earned - Competencies achieved
Your Progress Dashboard¶
Your personalized view includes: - All enrolled courses - Completion percentages - Upcoming deadlines - Recent activity - Achievements earned
Understanding Activity Completion¶
What is Activity Completion?¶
Activity completion tracks whether you have finished individual learning activities within a course. Each activity (quiz, assignment, resource, forum, etc.) can be marked as complete or incomplete.
Types of Completion Tracking¶
Manual Completion: - You mark activities complete yourself - Click the checkbox next to activity - Self-assessed completion - Useful for self-paced learning
Automatic Completion: - System tracks completion automatically - Based on specific criteria - No action required from you - Objective measurement
Condition-Based Completion: - Must meet certain requirements - Combination of criteria - Examples: - View the resource - Achieve minimum grade - Submit assignment - Post to forum
Completion Criteria Examples¶
Different activities have different criteria:
Resources (Files, Pages, URLs): - View/access the resource - Sometimes: View for minimum time
Quizzes: - Submit the quiz (any attempt) - Achieve passing grade - Complete with specific score
Assignments: - Submit work - Receive a grade - Achieve minimum grade
Forums: - Make a post - Make specified number of posts - Reply to others
SCORM/xAPI Packages: - Complete the package - Achieve completion status - Pass internal assessments
Videos: - View entire video - View percentage of video - Watch for minimum duration
Lessons: - Complete all pages - Reach end page - Achieve minimum score
Completion Status Icons¶
Understanding the visual indicators:
Empty Circle (○): - Not yet completed - Requires action - Manual: Click to complete - Automatic: Meet criteria
Solid Checkmark (✓ filled): - Activity completed - Automatic or manual - Criteria met - Counts toward course completion
Outlined Checkmark (✓ outlined): - Manually marked complete - Self-assessed - User indicated completion
Solid Circle with Check: - Automatically completed - System verified - Criteria confirmed met
Lock Icon (🔒): - Activity not yet available - Prerequisites not met - Must complete prior activities
Dash or X: - Failed to complete - Did not meet criteria - May need retry
Manual Completion¶
How to Manually Mark Complete: 1. Locate the activity 2. Find the checkbox/circle next to title 3. Click to mark complete 4. Icon changes to show completion
When to Use: - When reviewing optional content - For self-assessment activities - When no automatic tracking - For reflection and acknowledgment
Important Notes: - Be honest in self-assessment - Complete the actual work - Manual marking affects reports - Instructors can see completion status
Viewing Activity Completion¶
Inline View (Course Page): - Icons next to each activity - At-a-glance status - Click icons for details
Detailed View: 1. Click on your profile 2. Access grades or completion reports 3. View detailed status 4. See completion dates
Course Completion¶
What is Course Completion?¶
Course completion is achieved when you meet all the criteria set for completing an entire course. This typically involves: - Completing required activities - Achieving minimum grades - Meeting other specified criteria
Course Completion Criteria¶
Instructors set completion requirements:
Activity Completion: - Specific activities must be complete - All activities or selected ones - Combination of requirements
Grade Requirements: - Minimum course grade - Minimum category grades - Passing specific assessments
Time-Based: - Enrollment duration - Minimum time in course - Date-based completion
Other Criteria: - Role assignments - Cohort membership - Manual completion by instructor
Viewing Course Completion Status¶
Course Completion Block: Some courses display a completion block: 1. Locate the block on course page 2. View checklist of requirements 3. See which are complete 4. Identify remaining items
Completion Report: 1. Access course 2. Find completion report link 3. View detailed breakdown 4. Check all criteria status
User Report: 1. Go to your profile 2. Access reports 3. View course completion status 4. See all courses and status
Self-Completion¶
Some courses allow self-completion:
How to Self-Complete: 1. Locate self-completion option 2. Click to mark course complete 3. Confirm your completion 4. Status updates
When Available: - Instructor enables feature - After meeting minimum requirements - For self-paced courses
Course Completion Impact¶
What Happens on Completion: - Status updated to "Complete" - May trigger certificate - May unlock badges - May unlock next course - Reports updated - Notifications sent
Progress Indicators and Displays¶
Progress Bar¶
The progress bar is a visual representation of your completion:
Location: - Top of course page - Course cards on dashboard - Completion blocks
Display: - Horizontal bar - Percentage filled - May show percentage number - Color-coded (often green)
Calculation:
Example:
Progress Circle¶
Some displays use circular progress:
Features: - Circular design - Percentage in center - Arc fills as progress increases - Visually appealing
Completion Checklists¶
Lists showing completion status:
Format: - List of requirements - Checkmarks for complete - Empty for incomplete - May include details
Example:
☑ Complete Introduction Module
☑ Submit Assignment 1
☐ Take Quiz 1 (minimum 70%)
☐ Participate in Discussion
☐ Submit Final Project
Activity Status Grid¶
Matrix view of activities:
Features: - All activities listed - Color-coded status - Quick overview - Filterable/sortable
Dashboard Course Display¶
Your dashboard shows:
Course Cards: - Course image - Course title - Progress indicator - Last accessed date
Display Options: - Card view - List view - Summary view
Filtering: - All courses - In progress - Future - Past - Starred
The Dashboard Overview¶
Accessing Your Dashboard¶
Methods: 1. Click "Dashboard" in navigation 2. Set as home page 3. Direct URL access
Dashboard Components¶
Course Overview: - All enrolled courses - Progress indicators - Sorting options - Quick access
Timeline: - Upcoming due dates - Activities to complete - Chronological view - Filterable by time
Recently Accessed Courses: - Quick links - Last few courses visited - Easy navigation
Calendar Overview: - Mini calendar - Events highlighted - Quick date selection
Customizing Your Dashboard¶
Editing Layout: 1. Click "Customize this page" 2. Add/remove blocks 3. Rearrange components 4. Save changes
Block Options: - Show/hide blocks - Move blocks - Configure block settings - Dock blocks
Course Display Preferences: - Choose view type - Select filter - Set sorting preference - Show/hide courses
Course Filtering¶
Filter Options:
All: - Shows all courses - Enrolled and accessible
In Progress: - Currently active - Not yet completed - Work remaining
Future: - Not yet started - Future start date - Enrollment confirmed
Past: - Completed courses - End date passed - Historical records
Starred: - Your favorites - Quick access to important - User-selected
Hidden: - Courses you've hidden - Still enrolled - Not prominent
Course Sorting¶
Sort Options: - Course name (A-Z, Z-A) - Last accessed - Progress percentage - Custom order
Timeline and Calendar Views¶
Timeline View¶
The timeline shows activities chronologically:
Location: - Dashboard timeline block - Or dedicated timeline page
Time Filters: - All - Overdue - Today - Next 7 days - Next 30 days - Next 3 months - Next 6 months
Information Shown: - Activity name - Course name - Due date/time - Activity type icon
Actions: - Click to access activity - Mark activities as complete - Sort by date
Calendar View¶
The calendar provides date-based overview:
Accessing Calendar: 1. Click Calendar in navigation 2. Or access from dashboard 3. Or from course
Calendar Views: - Month view - Week view - Day view - Upcoming events list
Event Types: - Site events (platform-wide) - Course events (from instructors) - Group events (for your groups) - User events (your personal) - Category events
Color Coding: - Different colors by type - Visual distinction - Customizable in some themes
Using Calendar Effectively¶
Navigation: - Click arrows for previous/next - Click month name for quick select - Click dates to view events
Event Details: - Click event for details - See description - Access linked activity - View time and duration
Creating Personal Events: 1. Click "New event" 2. Enter event details 3. Set date and time 4. Choose repeat options 5. Save
Calendar Export: 1. Find export option 2. Generate calendar URL 3. Subscribe in external calendar 4. Stays synchronized
Grades and Performance¶
Accessing Your Grades¶
From Course: 1. Enter course 2. Click "Grades" in navigation 3. View course grades
From User Menu: 1. Click profile icon 2. Select "Grades" 3. Choose course or view all
Understanding the Gradebook¶
User Report: Your grade report shows: - All graded items - Your scores - Maximum possible - Percentage - Contribution to total - Category totals - Course total
Grade Items: - Assignments - Quizzes - Forums (if graded) - External activities - Manual grades
Grade Categories¶
Grades organized by category:
Common Categories: - Assignments (25%) - Quizzes (30%) - Participation (15%) - Final Exam (30%)
Category Weighting: Categories may have different weights affecting course total.
Aggregation Methods: - Mean of grades - Weighted mean - Natural weighting - Highest grade - Drop lowest
Interpreting Grades¶
Grade Formats: - Points (85/100) - Percentage (85%) - Letter (B+) - Scale (Good)
Hidden Grades: - May show as "-" - Released after date - After grading complete
Calculated Grades: - Course total calculated - Category subtotals - Weighted appropriately
Grade History¶
Viewing History: 1. Access grade report 2. Find specific item 3. View grade history (if available) 4. See changes over time
Performance Analysis¶
Analyzing Your Grades: - Compare to class average (if shown) - Track improvement over time - Identify weak areas - Note strong performances
Competency Tracking¶
What Are Competencies?¶
Competencies are skills or knowledge areas you develop through learning. PulseLMS can track your progress toward demonstrating competencies.
Viewing Your Competencies¶
Course Competencies: 1. Access course 2. Find competencies block or link 3. View course competencies 4. See your proficiency
Learning Plan: 1. Access your learning plan 2. View all competencies 3. See progress across courses 4. Identify development areas
Competency Status Levels¶
Common Levels: - Not yet demonstrated - In progress - Competent - Proficient - Expert
Rating Scales: - Numeric (1-5) - Descriptive levels - Custom scales
How Competencies Are Rated¶
Automatic Rating: - Linked to activity completion - Based on grades achieved - System-determined
Manual Rating: - Instructor assessment - Based on observation - Professional judgment
Evidence-Based: - Submission of evidence - Portfolio demonstration - Work samples
Competency-Based Progression¶
Unlocking Content: - Some content requires competency - Demonstrate proficiency to proceed - Progressive unlocking
Course Completion: - May require competency achievement - All competencies must be met - Triggers completion
Learning Paths and Programs¶
Understanding Learning Paths¶
Learning paths are sequences of courses or activities:
Structure: - Multiple courses - Specific order - Progressive learning - Culminating credential
Purpose: - Career development - Certification programs - Structured curriculum - Comprehensive training
Tracking Program Progress¶
Program Overview: 1. Access program or learning path 2. View all components 3. See completion status 4. Identify next steps
Progress Display: - Overall program progress - Individual course status - Prerequisites and dependencies - Time remaining
Prerequisites and Dependencies¶
Prerequisites: - Must complete before next - Automatic enforcement - Clear requirements shown
Dependencies: - Course A required for Course B - Competencies required - Time-based releases
Tracking: - Shows what's required - Indicates when unlocked - Clear next steps
Program Completion¶
Requirements: - Complete all courses - Achieve minimum grades - Meet competency standards - Complete within timeframe
Recognition: - Program certificate - Digital credential - Badge award - Record of achievement
Badges and Achievements¶
Understanding Digital Badges¶
Badges are visual representations of achievements:
Purpose: - Recognize accomplishments - Motivate learners - Demonstrate skills - Portable credentials
Types: - Course badges - Competency badges - Achievement badges - Participation badges
Earning Badges¶
Automatic Award: Badges awarded automatically when: - Course completed - Activity completed - Grade achieved - Competency demonstrated - Criteria met
Manual Award: Badges awarded by instructor when: - Quality work demonstrated - Special achievement - Recognition deserved
Viewing Your Badges¶
Badge Page: 1. Click profile icon 2. Select "Badges" 3. View earned badges 4. See badge details
Badge Information: - Badge image - Name and description - Issue date - Issuer details - Criteria met - Expiry (if applicable)
Badge Collections¶
Organizing Badges: - View all earned - Filter by course - Sort by date - Display preferences
Public Display: - Choose which to display - Show on profile - Share externally
Sharing Badges¶
Social Sharing: - LinkedIn - Twitter/X - Facebook - Other platforms
Badge Backpack: - Export to backpack - Open Badges standard - Portable collection
Direct Sharing: - Copy badge URL - Share via email - Include in portfolio
Certificates of Completion¶
Types of Certificates¶
Course Certificates: - Single course completion - Automatic or manual issue - Downloadable PDF
Program Certificates: - Multiple course completion - Comprehensive achievement - Higher credential
Custom Certificates: - Special achievements - Event participation - Professional development
Earning Certificates¶
Automatic Issue: When all criteria met: - Course completion - Grade requirements - Activity completion - Time requirements
Manual Issue: When instructor: - Verifies completion - Issues certificate - Confirms eligibility
Accessing Your Certificates¶
Finding Certificates: 1. Access course 2. Find certificate activity 3. Click to view/download 4. Or check completion area
Certificate List: 1. Access profile 2. Find certificates section 3. View all earned 4. Download any certificate
Certificate Information¶
Typical Content: - Your name - Course/program name - Completion date - Issue date - Certificate number - Organization name - Authorized signature - Verification code/QR
Downloading and Printing¶
Download: 1. Access certificate 2. Click download 3. Save PDF 4. Store safely
Printing: 1. Open downloaded PDF 2. Print high quality 3. Use quality paper 4. Frame if desired
Verification¶
Verification Methods: - Certificate number lookup - QR code scanning - Online verification URL - Blockchain verification (if enabled)
What Verifiers See: - Certificate validity - Issue date - Recipient name - Achievement details
Reports and Analytics¶
Personal Progress Reports¶
Activity Report: 1. Access course 2. Find reports or grades 3. View activity completion report 4. See all activities and status
Information Includes: - Activity name - Completion status - Completion date - Attempts made - Grades received
Course Completion Report¶
Your Completion Status: 1. Access user profile 2. Find course completion report 3. View all courses 4. See completion status
Details: - Course name - Completion status - Completion date - Certificate status
Grade Reports¶
Accessing: 1. Navigate to course 2. Select Grades 3. View user report 4. See all grade details
Export Options: - Download as spreadsheet - Export as PDF - Print report
Activity Participation¶
Viewing Participation: - Forum posts - Resource access - Quiz attempts - Assignment submissions
Learning Analytics¶
Available Insights: - Time spent in course - Login patterns - Activity engagement - Performance trends
Using Analytics: - Identify study patterns - Optimize learning time - Track improvement - Plan effectively
Mobile Progress Tracking¶
mobile-responsive web version Progress¶
Dashboard View: - All courses visible - Progress indicators - Quick access - Sync with web
Course Progress: - View completion - See grades - Access activities - Track status
Offline Tracking¶
How It Works: - Download content - Complete offline - Sync when connected - Progress updated
Limitations: - Some features need connection - Sync required for updates - Grades need connection
Notifications¶
Progress Notifications: - Badge earned - Certificate available - Deadline reminders - Completion confirmations
Settings: - Enable/disable types - Push vs. email - Frequency settings
Setting Learning Goals¶
Why Set Goals?¶
Benefits: - Clear direction - Motivation - Accountability - Measurable progress
Types of Learning Goals¶
Completion Goals: - Complete X courses by date - Finish course by deadline - Complete program this year
Performance Goals: - Achieve 90% average - Pass all quizzes - Master specific topics
Time Goals: - Study X hours per week - Complete module in Y days - Dedicate time daily
Skill Goals: - Develop specific competencies - Achieve badge in area - Master particular skill
SMART Goals¶
Specific: - Clear and defined - Not vague
Measurable: - Can track progress - Know when achieved
Achievable: - Realistic - Within capability
Relevant: - Aligned with objectives - Meaningful to you
Time-bound: - Has deadline - Creates urgency
Example:
Bad: "Learn more this year"
Good: "Complete 3 professional development courses with 85%+ average by June 30"
Tracking Goal Progress¶
Methods: - Regular check-ins - Progress notes - Milestone celebrations - Adjustment as needed
Using PulseLMS: - Dashboard progress - Completion reports - Grade tracking - Calendar deadlines
Time Management¶
Estimating Time Requirements¶
Course Time: - Check course description - Note expected hours - Consider your pace - Plan realistically
Activity Time: - Videos: Listed duration - Readings: Word count estimate - Assignments: Complexity-based - Quizzes: Time limit or estimated
Planning Your Learning Schedule¶
Weekly Planning: 1. Review upcoming deadlines 2. Estimate time needed 3. Block study time 4. Build in buffer
Daily Planning: 1. Check timeline/calendar 2. Prioritize tasks 3. Allocate time slots 4. Complete and mark done
Using Calendar Effectively¶
Scheduling: - Add personal study blocks - Include preparation time - Note deadlines - Build in review time
Integration: - Export to external calendar - Sync across devices - Set reminders - View alongside other commitments
Managing Deadlines¶
Deadline Awareness: - Check timeline regularly - Note upcoming due dates - Set personal earlier deadlines - Don't procrastinate
Handling Multiple Deadlines: - Prioritize by importance - Consider submission order - Work on hardest first (if time) - Or easiest first (for momentum)
Avoiding Procrastination¶
Strategies: - Start immediately - Break into small tasks - Use Pomodoro technique - Eliminate distractions - Reward progress
Tools: - Timeline view - Personal calendar - Notification reminders - Accountability partner
Self-Assessment Strategies¶
Regular Progress Review¶
Weekly Check: 1. Review Dashboard 2. Check completion status 3. Note upcoming items 4. Assess performance
Questions to Ask: - What have I completed? - What remains? - Am I on track? - What needs attention?
Identifying Knowledge Gaps¶
Methods: - Review quiz results - Analyze incorrect answers - Note difficult topics - Compare to objectives
Action Steps: 1. Identify gap areas 2. Review relevant materials 3. Practice more 4. Seek help if needed
Assessing Understanding¶
Self-Testing: - Use practice quizzes - Create flashcards - Explain concepts aloud - Teach someone else
Reflection: - What do I understand well? - What confuses me? - How can I apply this? - What more do I need?
Continuous Improvement¶
Learning from Feedback: - Read all instructor comments - Understand grading - Apply suggestions - Track improvement
Adjusting Strategy: - What's working? - What's not? - What should I change? - How can I improve?
Progress Notifications¶
Types of Notifications¶
Completion Notifications: - Activity completed - Course completed - Badge earned - Certificate available
Deadline Notifications: - Upcoming due dates - Overdue reminders - Event reminders
Grade Notifications: - Grade posted - Feedback available - Assignment graded
System Notifications: - Course updates - New content - Announcements
Configuring Notifications¶
Accessing Settings: 1. Go to Preferences 2. Select Notification preferences 3. Configure each type 4. Save changes
Options: - Web notifications (in platform) - Email notifications - Mobile push (if app) - Enable/disable by type
Notification Best Practices¶
Enable Important Ones: - Deadline reminders - Grade notifications - Course announcements
Consider Disabling: - Low-priority items - High-frequency updates - If causing overload
Review Regularly: - Clear notification queue - Act on important items - Adjust settings as needed
Troubleshooting Progress Issues¶
Activity Not Marking Complete¶
Common Causes: - Criteria not met - Technical issue - Minimum requirements not satisfied
Solutions: 1. Check completion criteria 2. Review requirements 3. Verify actions completed 4. Refresh page 5. Try activity again 6. Contact instructor
Progress Not Updating¶
Possible Issues: - Browser cache - Sync delay - Connection problem - Technical glitch
Solutions: 1. Refresh page 2. Clear browser cache 3. Try different browser 4. Wait and check again 5. Report if persistent
Incorrect Progress Display¶
Scenarios: - Shows incomplete when done - Percentage seems wrong - Status not reflecting
Actions: 1. Double-check actual status 2. Verify completion criteria 3. Contact instructor 4. Report technical issue
Missing Completion Credit¶
If Work Is Complete But Not Recorded: 1. Document your completion 2. Screenshots of evidence 3. Contact instructor 4. Request manual update 5. Follow up if needed
Grade Not Appearing¶
Common Reasons: - Not yet graded - Hidden until date - Technical issue
What to Do: 1. Wait appropriate time 2. Check grade release date 3. Contact instructor if delayed 4. Check all grade locations
Tips for Success¶
Daily Habits¶
Check Daily: - Dashboard timeline - Upcoming deadlines - Messages/notifications - Calendar
Complete Daily: - Small progress steps - Time-sensitive items - Regular study sessions
Weekly Habits¶
Review: - Overall progress - Course completion status - Grades and feedback - Upcoming week
Plan: - Schedule study time - Prioritize activities - Set weekly goals - Adjust as needed
Staying Motivated¶
Celebrate Progress: - Acknowledge completions - Celebrate milestones - Recognize achievements - Reward yourself
Stay Connected: - Participate in forums - Message classmates - Engage with content - Ask questions
Remember Why: - Career goals - Personal development - Curiosity and interest - Long-term benefits
Maximizing Your Learning¶
Active Engagement: - Don't just complete, learn - Take notes - Apply concepts - Practice skills
Seek Help: - Ask questions early - Use office hours - Engage support services - Connect with peers
Reflect: - What am I learning? - How does this apply? - What's challenging? - What's interesting?
Common Pitfalls to Avoid¶
Procrastination: - Start early - Break into chunks - Set internal deadlines
Passive Learning: - Engage actively - Test yourself - Apply knowledge
Ignoring Feedback: - Read all feedback - Apply suggestions - Learn from mistakes
Rushing: - Quality over speed - Understand, don't just complete - Take necessary time
Quick Reference¶
Progress Checklist¶
Daily: - [ ] Check Dashboard timeline - [ ] Review notifications - [ ] Complete planned activities - [ ] Update progress
Weekly: - [ ] Review all course progress - [ ] Check upcoming deadlines - [ ] Plan next week - [ ] Assess performance
Per Course: - [ ] Know completion requirements - [ ] Track activity completion - [ ] Monitor grades - [ ] Review feedback
Completion Status Icons¶
| Icon | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ○ | Not complete |
| ✓ (filled) | Complete (automatic) |
| ✓ (outlined) | Complete (manual) |
| 🔒 | Locked (prerequisites) |
| ⚠ | Overdue |
Progress Locations¶
| Information | Where to Find |
|---|---|
| Course progress | Course page, Dashboard |
| Activity completion | Course page (inline) |
| Grades | Grades page, User profile |
| Badges | Profile > Badges |
| Certificates | Course, Profile |
| Competencies | Learning plan, Course |
| Timeline | Dashboard |
| Calendar | Calendar page, Dashboard |
Key Actions¶
| Task | How To |
|---|---|
| Check progress | Dashboard or Course page |
| View grades | Grades in course or profile |
| Mark complete | Click checkbox (if manual) |
| Download certificate | Course > Certificate activity |
| View badges | Profile > Badges |
| Export calendar | Calendar > Export |
| Set reminders | Calendar > New event |
Troubleshooting Quick Guide¶
| Issue | Quick Fix |
|---|---|
| Activity not complete | Check criteria, retry |
| Progress not updating | Refresh, clear cache |
| Grade missing | Check release date, wait |
| Badge not earned | Verify criteria met |
| Certificate unavailable | Check completion status |
Appendix¶
Glossary¶
Activity Completion: Tracking whether individual activities are finished
Badge: Digital credential recognizing achievement
Certificate: Formal document recognizing completion
Competency: Skill or knowledge demonstrated
Course Completion: Status of finishing all course requirements
Criterion: Specific requirement for completion
Dashboard: Personal learning hub page
Gradebook: Central location for all grades
Learning Path: Sequence of courses or activities
Progress Bar: Visual indicator of completion percentage
Timeline: Chronological view of activities and deadlines
User Report: Personal grade and progress view
Completion Criteria Reference¶
| Activity Type | Common Criteria |
|---|---|
| Resource | View |
| Quiz | Submit/Pass |
| Assignment | Submit/Grade |
| Forum | Post/Reply |
| SCORM | Complete/Pass |
| Lesson | Complete all pages |
| Video | Watch percentage |
Grade Calculation Methods¶
| Method | Description |
|---|---|
| Mean | Average of all grades |
| Weighted Mean | Weighted average by category |
| Natural | Sum of points |
| Highest | Best grade counts |
| Drop Lowest | Removes lowest grade(s) |
Support Resources¶
Self-Help: - User guides - FAQ pages - Tutorial videos - Help documentation
Contact Support: - Technical help desk - Instructor contact - Academic support - IT services
Version History¶
| Version | Date | Changes |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0 | January 2026 | Complete guide revision |
| 1.5 | October 2025 | Added competency section |
| 1.0 | July 2025 | Initial release |
This guide is regularly updated. Check for the latest version.
For questions not covered here, contact your instructor or support team.
PulseLMS Progress Tracking Guide - Version 2.0
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