WIRIS Quizzes
Math and science auto-graded quizzes for LMS platforms — supports STEM assessment at scale
About WIRIS Quizzes
WIRIS Quizzes is a math and STEM assessment plugin that integrates with major LMS platforms including Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, and D2L. It enables educators to create auto-graded quizzes that accept symbolic math answers — students can enter equations, expressions, and formulas that are evaluated algorithmically, not just pattern-matched. Questions can be randomized with variable parameters so each student receives a unique version, reducing cheating. The platform supports chemistry notation, random parameter generation, and configurable grading tolerances. It's widely used in higher education and K-12 for physics, calculus, algebra, chemistry, and engineering courses where free-form mathematical input is required.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- True symbolic math grading understands mathematical equivalence — students aren't penalized for correct answers in different but equivalent forms
- Randomized question parameters make it practical to run individual assessments at scale without answer-sharing concerns
- Deep LMS integration means it fits directly into existing Moodle, Canvas, or Blackboard workflows without changing how courses are structured
- Supports the full range of STEM notation — calculus, linear algebra, chemistry, and physics all work in a single platform
- Used and trusted by hundreds of universities worldwide for high-stakes STEM assessment
Cons
- Pricing is institutional and not publicly listed — requires contacting sales, making budget planning difficult for smaller institutions
- Setup and configuration requires IT involvement for LMS plugin installation — not a self-serve SaaS sign-up
- The interface for question authoring can be complex for non-technical instructors unfamiliar with math markup
- Not designed for non-STEM subjects — humanities or language educators get no benefit from its core features
- Mobile experience for students entering complex equations can be awkward without a physical keyboard
Key Features
Symbolic Math Grading
Auto-grades free-form mathematical answers — equations, expressions, and formulas are evaluated algorithmically so equivalent forms (e.g. 2x+4 and 2(x+2)) are all marked correct
Random Question Parameters
Generate randomized versions of each question using variable parameters — each student receives unique numbers, making individual assessment and cheat prevention straightforward
LMS Integration
Installs as a plugin for Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, D2L Brightspace, and other LMS platforms via standard LTI or native plugin formats
STEM Notation Support
Handles full mathematical notation including fractions, exponents, integrals, matrices, and chemical formulas — rendered beautifully with MathType integration
Grading Tolerance Controls
Configure acceptable rounding, decimal precision, and unit variations per question — useful for physics and engineering where approximations are expected
Question Bank
Build and manage reusable STEM question libraries that can be shared across courses and institutions
Pricing
- Unlimited students
- All LMS integrations
- Symbolic math grading
- Random parameter questions
- Chemistry notation support
- Technical support included
Best For
University Calculus & Algebra Courses
Replace paper-based math exams with auto-graded online assessments that accept any correct symbolic form of the answer
High-Stakes STEM Midterms
Generate unique randomized question sets for every student — same concept, different numbers — making large-cohort fair assessment feasible
Chemistry & Physics Labs
Grade formula-based answers and chemical equations automatically, saving instructors hours of manual grading per assignment
Engineering Program Assessments
Handle complex multi-step equations and unit-sensitive answers in courses where numeric precision and formula structure both matter
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