Empower Version Updates

Empower Version Updates

Version 3.12.70

Date: 2024-11-04
  1. Optimized the stored procedure for assigning students to assessments.  
  2. Updated the GG4L import tool.  
  3. Added guardian language from GG4L data.  
  4. Adjusted error handling to show a generic message, "An internal server error occurred (ID=<id>). Could not process the request," while logging detailed exceptions.  
  5. Improved performance of question loading in the Testing Wizard.  
  6. Removed `setInterval()` from student-side activities.  
  7. Updated EmpowerSearch to log errors in files.  
  8. Added functionality to access activities, quizzes, and playlists using a direct URL.  
  9. Activities and playlists can now be pinned from the workspace.  
  10. #19247: Students can now open the calendar control without errors.  
  11. #29679: Created an event clear query to resolve the LUSD `JAVASCRIPT ERROR CLASS_LOG_DETAIL SecurityError`.  
  12. #30931: Cleared the event log as the error occurred only once.  
  13. #31643: Added questions now no longer display a double scroll bar.  
  14. #32211: Filter functionality in Student Quiz now works correctly, and horizontal lines are no longer displayed.  
  15. #32416: Implemented eligibility conditions based on requirements for Oakes.  
  16. #32666: Fixed the issue where questions added from 'Load Question' did not appear in the Question List.  
  17. #32720: Resolved the overlapping issue between the old scoring tool and filter popup in the Scoring Inbox.  
  18. #33021: Withdrawn students are no longer shown in groups within the TVR control.  
  19. #33089: Resolved duplicate standards issue in the student view of the planning tool and corrected schedule pace display for courses.  
  20. #33101: Fixed an issue where reports were unable to run.  
  21. #33197: "Fill in the blank" type questions now display answers from all students without error.

Version 3.12.69

Date: 2024-10-28
  1. Created a SQL script to first clean duplicates and then add the unique constraint.  
  2. Fixed an issue with `Gradebook_Score_Overdue_Quiz` on WPS.  
  3. Removed security role checks from web methods on the student side.  
  4. #21375: Changing the date now displays classes/groups data without any errors.  
  5. #27074: Resolved an issue where the 'Overall Score' was not displayed in the Activity GradeBook.  
  6. #27192: Fixed font size issues in the Redactor editor.  
  7. #27332: Teachers can now access previously added Google Drive files without errors.  
  8. #29473: Fixed an issue with Marzano feedback functionality.  
  9. #30908: Resolved the Scoring Inbox section issue on WPS.  
  10. #31581: Users can now select standards in the playlist target browser without errors.  
  11. #32073: Users can now enter characters in the Course Credit field.  
  12. #32994: Fixed an issue where students were unable to reorder activity steps when creating an activity.  
  13. #33063: Resolved a JavaScript error in `EM_SOCIAL_NETWORKING_NEW`.  
  14. #33100: Quizzes within the playlist can now be properly locked and unlocked from the Quiz setup.  
  15. #33108: Activities are now assigned based on the current date.

Version 3.12.68

Date: 2024-10-21
  1. Fixed the bug in the Delete Activity step.  
  2. Changed the stored procedure call for "PL_ASSIGN_ACTIVITY" in EducateData.  
  3. Fixed the batch update stored procedure issue.  
  4. Cleaned up the text search filter.  
  5. Updated student name bindings in dropdowns.  
  6. Fixed an issue when attempting to open or create a quiz for a deleted playlist tile.  
  7. Cleaned up unused cookies.
  8. #27986: Resolved the conversion error in `PLAYLIST_TEMPLATE_PEOPLE_GRID`.  
  9. #28550: Users can now access Google Drive files from the Evidence Scoring Tool.  
  10. #28981: Token expiration no longer logs an error; it now redirects users to the login page.  
  11. #29292: Randomly clicking the submit button no longer shows any error.  
  12. #30144: Fixed the Javascript error in the Assessment Editor.  
  13. #30169: Entering a rationale no longer clears Fill in the Blank text boxes.  
  14. #31692: Clicking on a target in the Learning EXCELerator no longer causes an error in the console.  
  15. #32075: Comment text now displays correctly in the dropdown.  
  16. #32286: In the Learning Target File Cabinet, the 'View Assessment Profile,' 'View Goal Dashboard,' and 'Copy Student and Guardian Emails' options are now hidden from the student view list.  
  17. #32391: Clicking "See Student View" now works properly when creating an activity on the student side.  
  18. #32440: Fixed the popup message when deleting a group on the SANTA CRUZ site.  
  19. #32471: Unchecking standards in the gradebook no longer throws any errors.  
  20. #32775: Randomized answers for multiple-choice questions in quizzes using AI.  
  21. #32786: Clicking "Save and Turn In" will now save and submit the draw file.  
  22. #32807: Fixed the unwanted error from the filter icon.  
  23. #32854: For Kingsman, credit will now be assigned in TVR if 75% of standards are at or above a 2.0 score.  
  24. #32818: Fixed the pacing data issue in the eligibility report.  
  25. #32944: If the Fill in the Blank answer is left empty, it now updates correctly.  
  26. #32955: When entering a rationale, it no longer removes the Fill in the Blank content.  
  27. #32956: Resolved the issue where entering a rationale did not clear the Fill in the Blank fields.  
  28. #32989: Added a new button labeled "Count of Students at Each Level of Scale" on the MTSE control.  
  29. #32991: Added missing work email functionality for Ritenour based on selected sites.  
  30. #33017: The copy button in the playlist item search now works as expected.  
  31. #33018: The edit button in the playlist item search now works as expected.  
  32. #33028: Merged plans and planning standards when merging duplicate teacher accounts.  
  33. #33031: Fixed the issue of incorrect pacing data in the eligibility report.  
  34. #33046: Resolved the issue where status icons were not displayed.  
  35. #33047: Fixed the Instructional Progression Progress Meters issue.

Version 3.12.67

Date: 2024-10-14
  1. Added tooltips to evidence points on the MTSE Chart.  
  2. Show Missing Activities for classes/groups in the parent app.  
  3. Fixed the issue of showing the N/A checkbox in Marzano Progress Report additional options.  
  4. Fixed the double cross button issue in Playlist quizzes.  
  5. Added the "Is PD Account" option in the quick student add form and resolved the error in creating feedback forms.  
  6. Added the "Assign All" option and fixed resolution issues in the Planning tool.  
  7. Fixed the quiz title update issue.  
  8. Fixed the scoring tab toggle show/hide issue.  
  9. Users can no longer paste text into numeric fields.  
  10. The preview image is now updating correctly in the roster control.  
  11. Optimized the Learner Overview KPI on the student homepage.  
  12. Removed `fn_ACTIVITY_PEOPLE_GRADES_NOT_MAS_AG` from Git, SQLPROJ, and created a working file to drop from databases.  
  13. Added usage of the effective date in the Marzano Feedback Tool and fixed the autofill issue in the Minute box in the Marzano Feedback Form.
  14. #29286: Fixed the calendar icon UI issue on the student side.  
  15. #29975: Resolved the Javascript issue in the Evidence Scoring Tool.  
  16. #30103: Fixed the Javascript issue in the Assessment Editor.  
  17. #30345: The loader now works correctly even if the question list is empty.  
  18. #30859: Manage Revisions now works properly with standards, and validation is functioning correctly when the 'Save' button is clicked.  
  19. #32211: The filter functionality for student quizzes is now working correctly.  
  20. #32286: Fixed the issue where clicking on the student profile image hid the 'View Assessment Profile,' 'View Goal Dashboard,' and 'Copy Student and Guardian Emails' options from the student view list.  
  21. #32493: When selecting/unselecting standards, no errors are thrown in Big Idea and Gradebook.  
  22. #32833: Fixed incorrect pace data shown in the eligibility report for Othello.  
  23. #32868: Educate Assignment Records now show students in alphabetical order by last name.  
  24. #32927: Created a custom report to show teacher active courses.  
  25. #32941: After editing/duplicating questions in a quiz, the user will be correctly redirected.  
  26. #32955: Resolved multiple server requests when the question popup is opened.  
  27. #32963: Fixed the issue where the standard was not sticking in the target selector screen when editing the gradebook.  
  28. #32997: Resolved the UI issue in the Report Card Comment Section on the Ritenour site.

Version 3.12.66

Date: 2024-10-07
  1. #28876: JavaScript issue has been fixed in EM_TEST_SCORES_CTRL control.
  2. #29573: JavaScript issue has been fixed in PLAYLIST_ACTIVITY_NEW control.
  3. #30548: After changing 'Points' of any attempted question, the issue of 'This question requires recalculation' not showing has been fixed.
  4. #32382: UI issue is now resolved for score quiz and score activity.
  5. #32645: Workspace will show unique records only.
  6. #32666: Improved speed for moving playlists under sections (PLO_move_playlist_under_section).
  7. #32689: Implemented PLP logic in Student view of the planning tool.
  8. #32740: Unable to access OneDrive files issue resolved.
  9. #32758: Missed Educate resources have been reviewed and added.
  10. #32782: Activity name size increased to 1024.
  11. #32792: Added logic for Ritenour to display initial comments in Spanish on report cards if the guardian's language is Spanish.
  12. #32793: Fixed the issue of the playlist showing twice in the Empower app when more than one big idea is available.
  13. #32885: JavaScript issue has been fixed in the Assessment Editor.

Version 3.12.65

Date: 2024-09-30

  1. Old Scoring inbox will no longer throw any errors.  
  2. Rubric description is now updated with "remember MAS" in the AI popup in quizzes.  
  3. Fixed XML formatting issue in AI-generated quiz questions.  
  4. Added a new scoring history popup in the scoring tab, replacing the traditional history box.  
  5. Refactored `V_ASSESSMENT_GROUPING_AUTHORS` to remove "cross join" and updated stored procedure logic accordingly.
  6. #21003: Fixed the Javascript error: Unable to open a window with an invalid URL.  
  7. #22831: Teachers can now add Learning ExceLerator after it was previously removed.  
  8. #29403: Resolved the issue where students were unable to join groups.  
  9. #30264: Fixed the checkbox issue where text near checkboxes did not behave like the checkbox.  
  10. #30579: Group Editor now shows all role types when adding group leaders.  
  11. #32712: Updated the SIF Importer to use TLS 1.2 and 1.3.  
  12. #32745: Added student count to the group builder.  
  13. #32818: Resolved the issue where "BIG IDEA LEARNING TARGETS" and "GENERATE CONTENT WITH AI" options were temporarily visible when creating an activity inside the playlist.  
  14. #32838: Fixed the issue where resources could not be added due to "incorrect URL" errors.  
  15. #32841: Corrected the position of the calendar icon in the search filter on the student side.  

Version 3.12.64

Date: 2024-09-23

  • Trello: Minor import sp’s update.

  • Trello: Optimize Marzano Feedback Form and Teacher Overview KPI for Feedback Tab.

  • Trello: Search feature was broken due to conflict of the Planning tab and assignment tab. That issue has been resolved

  • Trello: Search results JS optimization code refactored.

  • Trello: Calculate Automated Goal value based on 'AlwaysCalculateAutomatedGoalInSchedulePace' resource value in Schedule Pace. If its value is 0 then calculate the automated goal only if there are multiple goals between Start(where start goal is always Start) and End Goal. If there is only one goal like 3.0 or two goals like Start and 3.0 then in that case we need to disable automated Goal.

The automated goal is when there is an evidence score and we use that logic to determine a goal for pacing that was not entered by the user.

  • Trello: Added Plp logic at scheduled pace.

  • #32108: Image can be uploaded to the drawing type question now.

  • #32736: Javascript error has been resolved in EM_SOCIAL_NETWORKING_NEW

  • #32333: Javascript error has been resolved in PLAYLIST_QUICK_TASK

  • #32230: Javascript error has been resolved in CLASS_LOG_DETAIL

  • #31788: Javascript error has been resolved in EM_TESTING_WIZARD

  • #31726: Javascript error has been resolved in AssessmentEditor.

  • #31602: Javascript error has been resolved in EM_SOCIAL_NETWORKING_NEW.

  • #31573: Javascript error has been resolved in STUDENT_BASE_HOME_CONTROL.

  • #31561: Javascript error has been resolved in ConnectWebAccounts.

  • #32801: Error message on parent homepage

  • #32805: Student Side Waiting Indicator is not showing correctly

  • #31654: When users create a new staff member, it's showing a 'Text missing' option in the Custom Defined Fields

  • #32755: AI content popup change for quiz and activity

  • #32334: Javascript error has been resolved in PLAYLIST_STANDARD_TARGET_BROWSER_WRAPPER.

  • #32381: Now, the Wait indicator is showing perfect In the quiz.

  • #32742: Now, When the user tries to access the Quiz it is not shows error in the console

  • #32763: The issue with duplicate student creation has been resolved, and student-level accounts are now automatically created for teachers and staff.

  • #32649: Fixed quiz image resize issue.

  • #32780: Fixed formatting issue in My Learning Path courses.

Version 3.12.63

Date: 2024-09-16
  1. Redesigned the Scoring inbox page.  
  2. Updated function `fn_ACTIVITY_PEOPLE_GRADES_NOT_MAS` performance.  
  3. Resolved the error thrown when users attempt to re-login.  
  4. The Score standard will now only work for proficiency, while Score evidence will work with both proficiency and percent/points.  
  5. Quiz scores will now be calculated based on the default score interval.  
  6. Refactored `V_ASSESSMENT_GROUPING_AUTHORS`.  
  7. Cleaned up old enrollment records.  
  8. Rubric description fields are now shown for all grade IDs in the Standard Editor by default.  
  9. Rubric description is now updated accordingly in the AI activity popup.  
  10. Added a Tips section in the quiz questions list.  
  11. Created a stored procedure (SP) for batch password recovery emails for parents.
  12. #30116: Resolved the data type conversion issue during the Transcript report runtime.  
  13. #32056: Scores now display correctly when entered in percentage mode.  
  14. #32421: Resolved the UI issue with Test Scores and Demographic Information.  
  15. #32464: Fixed the image URL issue.  
  16. #32548: Resolved the Javascript error in EM_GROUP_MANAGER.  
  17. #32573: Fixed the issue where a standard disappeared from the Standard Editor when users tried to change the developmental level.  
  18. #32621: Drive folders no longer show a checkbox.  
  19. #32707: Resolved the Javascript error in MY_WORKSPACE.  
  20. #32753: Resolved the filter design issue in the Scoring inbox.

Version 3.12.62

Date: 2024-09-09

  1. Added an Erase button in the planning tool and also fixed minor UI cleanup.  
  2. Optimized the process to save scores in the Marzano feedback tool.  
  3. Fixed the previous date message popup design issue on the student homepage.  
  4. Fixed the attendance issue on Lindsay.  
  5. #30828: Fixed conversion failure when trying to convert the nvarchar value to data type int while the teacher was adding the score.  
  6. #31710: Created a new report: Marzano Academy Performance Report (Courses).  
  7. #32266: Optimized the PLO_move_playlist_under_section for improved speed.  
  8. #32366: Resolved Javascript issue in the testing wizard preview control.  
  9. #32506: Fixed error thrown in the console when searching with an incorrect Quick Access ID.  
  10. #32581: Resolved the urgent issue of duplicate students.  
  11. #32593: External assessment now shows in the correct order based on date.  
  12. #32597: Students can now be listed by first name or last name in the Planning tool based on the Educate Setting key.  
  13. #32598, #32690: Fixed issues in the Schedule Pace and implemented new weighting logic for standards when calculating scheduled pace.  
  14. #32637: New students enrolling in the training site will now be placed in 'Year 1' rather than a random grade.  
  15. #32639: Fixed the issue where teachers were showing "reprint" in the state reporting tool, even though the school year had changed.  
  16. #32647: Resolved the issue of images not being saved in the redactor editor control when the file extension was in capital letters.  
  17. #32678: Old assignments and assessments can now be added without locking the students.  
  18. #32696: Optimized the speed of GET_GOAL_FOR_LEARNING_PROFILE.  
  19. #32706: Fixed the issue where the Add Folder function was not working in My Workspace. 

Version 3.12.60

Date: 2024-08-26
  1. Applied logical fixes in the Planning tool.
  2. New header menu added for the teacher home page.
  3. Updated stored procedures (SPs) for optimization.
  4. Fixed an issue with the working script in playlist assign separation.
  5. Fixed an issue with the working script.
  6. Implemented course pacing logic based on the course schedule plan.
  7. #32429: The redactor toolbar is displaying correctly in the question.
  8. #32487: Eligibility updates for Othello have been made according to their requirements.
  9. #32505: An error occurs when the user submits the resource.
  10. #32570: The folder was appearing twice in "My Workspace." Additionally, the Planning tool link now appears based on schedule pacing calculations.
  11. #32600: Resolved an issue with the Instructional Progression Template.

Version 3.12.59

Date: 2024-08-19
  1. Uploaded optimized code for the playlist move section.  
  2. #32570: Fixed issue where the folder was displayed twice in Workspace. Also, the planning icon will now display on the student homepage based on the planning pacing calculation.

Version 3.12.58

Date: 2024-08-09
  1. Changed the Assistant version in the code.
  2. Created an SQL job for assigning playlist items to groups/classes.
  3. Committed missing CSS changes for reports.
  4. Added a link for the old instruction tab in the Progress tool (new instruction tab).
  5. #31086: Enabled the export of evidence side of the grade book, similar to the existing feature for exporting the standards side of the grade book.
  6. #32479: Resolved the issue with the Feedback System where goals from the previous year were being displayed.
  7. #32507: Fixed the issue where some action steps were not showing in the activity.

Version 3.12.57

Date: 2024-08-02
  1. Teacher Planning Tool Released (New Learning Manager).
  2. Student Planning Tool Released.
  3. Added 'About' popup on the https://feedback.empowerlearning.net/ site.
  4. Resolved the issue of quizzes appearing multiple times in the app's playlist.
  5. Populated the value of STUDENT_UNIQUE_CODE for students.
  6. #25593: Updates required for score database tables.
  7. #31023: Numerous duplicate guardian accounts identified.
  8. #31283: User accounts successfully merged.
  9. #31940: Inability to merge accounts resolved.
  10. #32126: Correct student view and question count now displayed.
  11. #32228: Display a single teacher name per area in reports if the 'GetSingleTeacherNameForAreaInReports' key is enabled.
  12. #32330: Grouping by school year instead of content area for Means client.
  13. #32347: Implemented logic for Othello to grant credits in TVR when all standards and Lt_Avg values are at or above 1.5.
  14. #32416: Modified eligibility logic for Oakes to base eligibility solely on average scores.
  15. #32428: Search results on the instruction tab for quizzes now functioning correctly.
  16. #32446: Fixed the issue of displaying only 10 records in TVR control; all student records are now shown accurately.

Version 3.12.56.1

Date: 2024-07-24

  • Playlist clone method in Educate project is refactored and uses base class method - ExecuteLongOperation.

  • Added Generate Questions through AI functionality in Quiz.

  • Added 3 different text fields for users in AI activity generate popup.

  • #32283: Added sorting based on all columns shown in the table in the Teacher Verification Report tool.

  • #32088: Now quiz new UI will open from culminating application in playlist and culminating application data will show in assigned playlist.

Version 3.12.56

Date: 2024-07-12
  1. Made header modifications in the 'Report of Learner Progress'.
  2. Resolved the issue in the Empower3 project, ensuring it now builds successfully.
  3. Corrected the start and end date issue in the TVR admin report.
  4. Added functionality for creating activity titles, descriptions, and steps using AI assistants.
  5. Developed and modified APIs for the Learner iPad and iPhone apps.
  6. Display graduation pacing in the 'My Graduation' tab.
  7. Resolved issues with images in the Target Browser and fixed the problem when entering incorrect Quick Access IDs while finding activities/quizzes in a playlist.
  8. Enhanced security for account switching. Display a security breach message if any information is tampered with on that page.
  9. #26283: Improved the teacher's stored procedure.
  10. #32231: Part 2: Performance optimization.
  11. #32361: Corrected the display of expected levels in the report.
  12. #32377: Fixed the issue where credits were not displayed for some courses in the 'Performance By Course' report.

Version 3.12.54

Date: 2024-07-01
  1. Verbiage and logic corrections have been applied to Matching questions in the test editor.
  2. #32299: Reports 13 and 18 now display decimal points for attendance.
  3. #32354: A minor update to the SQL stored procedure is required.

Version 3.12.53

Date: 2024-06-20
  1. The runtime error in Feedback KPIs has been resolved.
  2. The height issue in the "My Professional Goal" section of the PD Dashboard has been fixed.
  3. Hide/Show functionality has been implemented for the 'Score Type' toggle button (percentage mode).
  4. #30423: Resolved the formatting issues that occurred when hovering over activity/quiz/playlist descriptions in the Activities/Quiz/Playlist search results.
  5. #31313: The Recalculation message and button are now visible directly on questions.
  6. #32284: Addressed the issue of some standards not appearing in Auto Created Gradebooks.
  7. #32308: Users can now create file copies in folders without any issues on OneDrive.
  8. #32314: When the "Not Posted" filter is selected, all courses assigned to a student's current classes, based on date filters, will be displayed, and TVR scores not posted within the selected time range will be shown.

Version 3.12.52.1

Date: 2024-06-13
  1. Google text search, image search, and YouTube search are functioning correctly following the TLS update.
  2. Simplified the matching UI in the test editor.
  3. Refactored the save inline grades function.
  4. Resolved the issue where current peopleid=0 in the PLP template.
  5. Added MAS label with value in the Quiz marking popup.
  6. The following issues have been fixed:
    1. Deleting an uploaded file no longer throws an error in the console.
    2. The "My Evidence" section's upload link now properly loads even if the URL does not start with http:.
    3. Clicking the PDF button no longer results in a perpetual loading image.
    4. Adding Conferencing Notes no longer throws an error in the console.

Version 3.12.52

Date: 2024-06-10
  1. Upload the custom SQL report to Git.
  2. Upload the defrag SQL script to the codebase.
  3. #31313: The Recalculation message and button are now available directly on questions.
  4. #31438: The quiz start date created within the playlist will be the date selected on the calendar tool.
  5. #32203: Automatically assign TVR scores to students even if they are not enrolled in the course, provided the 'AutoAssignTvrScoreToNotEnrolledCourses' key value is set to 1.
  6. #32256: If no courses are available for the students, display only the comments for Means school.
  7. #32277: Resolved the issue of displaying incorrect suggested score values in the TVR control.
  8. #32289: Updated the logic for displaying credit earned values in TVR. If the 'ShowCreditAssignedBasedOnTwoPointZeroScoreOnly' key value is set to 1, credit earned will be shown based on the condition that 100% of targets are at or above 2.0.

Version 3.12.51

Date: 2024-05-31
  1. Upgrade support for higher versions of TLS, including 1.2.
  2. Enhance support for higher versions of TLS in OneDrive functionality, also resolving several related issues.
  3. #32049: Display Additional Standards data from all selected progress periods for comparison in the Course Progress Report (Report13).
  4. #32090: Update comments header for Nido in progress reports.
  5. #32217: Google search functionality is now working correctly without errors.

Version 3.12.50.1

Date: 2024-05-24
  1. TLS version has been updated.
  2. Percentage/Proficiency toggle button functionality has been improved.
  3. #31244: Display only those teacher accounts that have synced classes or created groups connected to the school.
  4. #31725: Resolved error in the learning dashboard when an admin opens a student home page without selecting a student.
  5. #32214: Updated logic for displaying credit earned value in TVR based on 'ShowCreditAssignedBasedOnLtAvgValue' and 'CreditAssignedLtAvgValue' keys.
  6. #32223: Students are now able to see action steps on an activity.
  7. #32231: Improved the speed of PL_activity_main_search procedure.

Version 3.12.50

Date: 2024-05-20
  1. Added a session ping popup in the Marzano feedback form.
  2. Incorporated AI consultant feature in PD resources.
  3. Refactored code to move playlist into section.
  4. #31658: Display selected rubric description on hover over the standard name in the Quick Task tool.
  5. #32030: Users can now upload resources in create activity without any errors.
  6. #32050: Adjusted logic of beyond grade in the transcript backside for Cornville.
  7. #32051: Fixed issue of activities showing incorrectly in Class Activities and Missing Activities.
  8. #32144: The scroll bar is now properly displayed in the Course Gradebook.
  9. #32200: Resolved issue loading quizzes from the Learner calendar.

Version 3.12.49

Date: 2024-05-13
  1. Enhanced the performance of SQL jobs that recalculate pacing.
  2. Implemented functionality to create QR codes and print student badges.
  3. Comments will now display the scores awarded when teachers enter scores for questions.
  4. #31766: Added a 'Select Score' filter to the 'Empower Evidence Report' and 'Educate Assignment Report'.
  5. #31872: Resolved PLP Manager issue, improving speed to less than 1 second.
  6. #32113: Resolved the issue where the Eligibility Report was not loading.
  7. #32167: Feedback: Addressed the inability to export finalized data.
  8. #32185: Resolved grid line issues on the progress comment tool.

Version 3.12.48

Date: 2024-05-06
  1. Fixed the display issue where the HTML non-breaking space entity appeared in the course playlist name within the Teacher Grade Verification tool.
  2. Resolved a problem encountered when adding standards to a playlist's big idea.
  3. Google popup error messages will no longer be displayed.
  4. #31673: Introduced a new resource 'ShowTVRTranscriptButtonForAdminOnly'. When this resource is set to 1, the Transcript button in the TVR Admin Control is visible only to Administrator accounts, not to E-Admins.
  5. #32048: Implemented the AvgScorePushToFinal functionality in the automatic TVR Scoring system for student courses.
  6. #32146: Developed a separate database function to retrieve Professional Practice Scores.
  7. #32149: Enhanced the score description popup with a vertical scroll feature.

Version 3.12.47

Date: 2024-04-29

  1. Enhanced the system to securely store Google tokens in a specified custom path.
  2. #32070: Addressed the issue with multiple items (Activities, Playlists, etc.) failing to load correctly.

Version 3.12.46

Date: 2024-04-22

  1. Resolved issues related to uploading Drawing Answers in Quizzes and printing Action Plan Steps when utilizing shared folders for file storage.
  2. Introduced a new SQL custom report to enhance activity grading methods.
  3. #31920: Implemented specialized calculations for state reporting, tailored to the PLP framework.
  4. #31963: Updated goal display settings to mark as completed if the goal is either achieved or meets the scoring criteria.
  5. #32032: Refined the visual representation of the gray line within the feedback KPI.
  6. #32063: Resolved deletion conflicts concerning the removal of activities from classes or groups.
  7. #32109: Addressed and corrected the display error involving courses from the previous semester that were inaccurately shown as ongoing in the Performance By Course Telerik Report.
  8. #32120: Refined the KPI for "Teachers with Activity Scores in the last 7 days" to only include teachers associated with the selected site.
  9. #32123: Resolved performance issues in the site need analysis feature.

Version 3.12.45

Date: 2024-04-15
  1. Refactored the Testing Wizard’s Summary to enhance system stability and prevent deadlocks.
  2. Refactored the Student Target Analysis to improve responsiveness and prevent timeouts.
  3. Corrected the ordering of categories in PD Feedback to ensure accuracy and usability.
  4. #30714: Updated the design of the Google Drive view filters for improved user experience.
  5. #32048: Enhanced display settings to round off the AutoPushLtAvg value to one decimal point when the LtAvgFinalScoreLimitToOneDecimal resource is set to 1.
  6. #32079: Resolved the Course Linking issue within the My Graduation Tab, ensuring accurate navigation and functionality.

Version 3.12.44

Date: 2024-04-08
  1. Implemented the tsmc_Udf_StripHtml function into the SQL project for enhanced data handling and improved performance.
  2. #29932: Addressed and resolved the issue ensuring that toggling the score evidence no longer generates an error in the playlist grading spreadsheet.
  3. #31083: Security enhancements have been applied to the activity creation process on the student interface, safeguarding user data and interactions.
  4. #31585: Improved the standards display mechanism to prevent duplication and now support the inclusion of various question types.
  5. #31863: Resolved a recurring issue where adding a plan in the PLP Manager Section led to repetitive 'Page Unresponsive' validation pop-ups, enhancing user experience and interface responsiveness.
  6. #31951: Corrected the display error in the Performance By Course Report that previously showed courses from the past semester as ongoing.
  7. #31977: Enhanced the Report13 (Performance By Course) Report by introducing a feature that allows for the display of comments across multiple progress periods, providing a comprehensive view of student feedback.
  8. #32039: Addressed the search functionality to ensure Shared quizzes are now properly displayed, improving resource accessibility and user convenience.
  9. #32051: Rectified the display error in the Class Activities and Missing Activities sections, ensuring accurate representation of activities.

Version 3.12.43

Date: 2024-04-01
  1. Stored Procedures (SPs) for SIF/GG4L class imports have been updated to prevent the inadvertent replacement of actual teacher records with system-generated temporary teacher entries.
  2. Implemented session expiration validations and introduced try/catch blocks in numerous web services for enhanced reliability and error handling.
  3. Refined the algorithm to accurately display Graduate Pace Meter values, offering users a more precise visualization of progress.
  4. #31291: Users now have the ability to access their Google Shared Drives, with functionality to filter through files and folders within the Shared Drive.
  5. #31898: Conducted revisions of language used within the standard editor page to improve clarity and user experience.
  6. #32031: Users are now enabled to add passage type questions without encountering errors in the console, ensuring a smoother question creation process.

Version 3.12.42

Date: 2024-03-25

  1. Enhanced the IMPORT_CLEANUP_STEPS by integrating a helpdesk ticket processing wrapper for improved efficiency.
  2. #31848: Addressed the issue where comments entered prior to score selection were not retained upon reopening the scoring interface.
  3. #31878: Restored the functionality to populate the tree level order, effectively resolving issues related to the 'Next Up' feature.
  4. #32021: Resolved an issue causing teachers to encounter non-responsive screens upon login, specifically within the Feedback Admin section.

Version 3.12.41

Date: 2024-03-18
  1. Implemented a new feature for tracking playlist status.
  2. We have significantly enhanced the homepage's loading speed by modularizing the standard progress tracking feature, allowing it to load sequentially following the main content. This update provides a smoother and more responsive user experience.
  3. The Student Home Page now benefits from optimized stored procedures, substantially reducing page load times and enhancing overall user experience.
  4. The Feedback Tab on our feedback site has been redesigned to offer a more intuitive and user-friendly interface, facilitating an easier process for users to share their feedback and suggestions.
  5. We have refined the Start Progress logic to better align with pacing KPIs, ensuring a more accurate and insightful tracking of user progress and engagement.
  6. The performance of the stored procedure responsible for calculating Graduation Pace during the nightly import process has been optimized for efficiency.
  7. #31448: Resolved a webservice error related to the improper conversion from type “DBNull” to type “Boolean”.
  8. #31757: The 'Performance By Course' report now includes an attendance tracking functionality, providing comprehensive insights into student participation.
  9. #31825: In the 'Performance By Course' report for Mineola, only the standard scores corresponding to activity scores provided within the selected progress period will be displayed, ensuring relevance and precision in reporting.
  10. #31876: The integration of Google Drive data has been improved, ensuring seamless functionality without errors on the console.
  11. #31936: Addressed an issue where messages were not displayed immediately after being sent, enhancing communication clarity.
  12. #31966: Rectified a visibility issue where Teacher Classes were not appearing in the Printer Progress Report control, ensuring all relevant information is accessible.
  13. #31980: Corrected a problem causing some playlists not to expand on the student home page, improving navigation and accessibility.

Version 3.12.40

Date: 2024-03-11
  1. #30116: Resolved a discrepancy encountered within the Transcript Report.
  2. #31428: Enhanced functionality to permit file uploads by users in activities.
  3. #31770: Introduced a new rank column to the scheduler export feature.
  4. #31865: Implemented PLP Template logic within the Performance By Course Report, ensuring that only standards present in the PLP template are displayed if applicable to the course.
  5. #31875: Launched the Finalized State Reporting feature tailored for Westminster.
  6. #31932: Corrected the font size issue identified in the code of collaboration.
  7. #31973: Resolved the discrepancy in the question count within quizzes.

Version 3.12.39

Date: 2024-03-04
  1. Developed APIs tailored for the Student iPad application.
  2. Resolved the issue where credits were not displayed for Adams in the Performance By Course Report for courses with existing TVR scores.
  3. Enhanced playlist control performance by discontinuing the use of 'tsmc_UpdatePlaylistTreeOrder'.
  4. Implemented modifications to the stored procedure GET_EMAIL_DETAIL_ADAMS50, ensuring its activation on Thursdays specifically for Adams.
  5. #30586: Addressed and rectified the issue with datatable reinitialization.
  6. #31705: Introduced validation checks for content generation using AI technologies.
  7. #31825: Updated the Performance By Course Report for Mineola to exclusively display standard scores assessed within the specified progress period.

Version 3.12.38

Date: 2024-02-26
  1. Implemented replacement of OpenAI models and endpoints.
  2. #31209: Implemented a fix to prevent the display of an empty file placeholder for passage question types when no file is uploaded.
  3. #31221: Enhanced student interface to include visibility of shared drives within activities.
  4. #31249: Successfully removed selected accounts from the MTSE robot for Westminster and introduced a new process for calculating average scores for these individuals.
  5. #31437: Addressed and resolved the issue of duplicate UI popup rendering.
  6. #31822: Updated the system to ensure goal counts on the admin page, student page, and state reporting tables exclusively reflect personal goals.
  7. #31826: Modified the Feedback Observation Tracker to allow feedback visibility irrespective of the school year in the detailed window.
  8. #31827: Integrated a scrolling feature into the Evaluatee's State Report for improved navigation.
  9. #31830: Corrected the calculation error leading to inaccurate average scores for subcategory scores.

Version 3.12.37

Date: 2024-02-19
  1. The calculation of quiz scores will now adhere to predefined score intervals.
  2. #30784: Refined the logic to ensure only active standards are evaluated for scoring.
  3. #31763: Introduced a 'Suggested A Score' column in the TVR report, visibility of which is contingent upon the 'ShowSuggestedAScoreColumnInTvr' setting in the Educate Resource.

Version 3.12.36

Date: 2024-02-12
  1. Completed the cleanup process for ROBOT__IMPORT, successfully eliminating redundant code.
  2. Optimized the student homepage process by eliminating unnecessary database queries.
  3. Implemented logic to ensure JOB__DM_CUSTOM_RECALC_STORAGE only operates during weekends.
  4. Standardized quiz scoring to adhere to default score intervals.
  5. Modified TS_DEMOGRAPHIC_FROM_CAMPUS logic to restrict execution to weekends only.
  6. #31731: Updated the logic to display suggested scores and credit values in the TVR for Moseslake, aligning with specific requirements.
  7. #31783: Addressed and resolved a security concern within the Peer Feedback feature.
  8. #31784: Resolved a logical discrepancy in assigning design area standards scores within Marzano feedback.
  9. #31800: Introduced functionality to disable messaging, contingent on granted permissions.
  10. #31809: Corrected the percentage calculation errors in the Marzano Feedback Observation Tracker.

Version 3.12.35

Date: 2024-02-05

  1. Enhancements made to category management include the removal of time information for a streamlined presentation.
  2. Optimized the performance of the Playlist copy functionality for improved efficiency.
  3. Enhanced security protocols with the addition of missing stored procedures for user account lock/unlock capabilities.
  4. #29387: Introduced a printing feature in the target browser for easy access to standards documentation.
  5. #30320: Ensured visibility of already assigned playlist objects within the playlist, regardless of the object type's activation status.
  6. #30804: Launched a Drag & Drop feature for Feedback KPIs on the Feedback tab, facilitating a more intuitive user experience.
  7. #31350: Resolved the issue of Sub-Playlist names overlapping, ensuring clear readability.

Version 3.12.34

Date: 2024-01-29

  1. #31666: Resolved the visibility issue of courses in Report19 (Report of Learner Progress), ensuring courses ending shortly before the reporting period are now included.
  2. #31672: Addressed and corrected the issue preventing course display in the TVR Admin Report.
  3. #31696: Implemented a feature to display classes from which students have previously withdrawn in the Performance by Course report.
  4. #31718: Corrected discrepancies in the observation counts in Feedback State Reporting.

Version 3.12.33

Date: 2024-01-22

  • Update script file naming conventions for clarity and consistency.

  • #31636: Filter to display only active object types within playlists.

  • #31685: Enable commenting functionality during scoring in the MTSE system.


Version 3.12.32

Date: 2024-01-15
  1. #31279: Disabled auto-play of recorded audio in the redactor tool upon webpage access post-addition.
  2. #31637: Resolved pacing discrepancies in the Learning Profile module.
  3. #31660: Ensured that Quick Evidence with a "Missing" score appears in the designated missing section.
  4. #31680: Restricted visibility of Peer Feedback to administrators, subject to teacher authorization from student-level accounts; previously visible in certain sections of the Feedback form.

Version 3.12.31

Date: 2024-01-08
  1. Discontinued the 'Get_DM_PACE_RECALCULATE_STORAGE_ENABLED' function in Stored Procedures.
  2. Resolved JSON parsing error in the feedback tab.
  3. Revised Marzano progress report to display grades relevant to specific content areas.
  4. Implemented a new user interface design for the Learning Manager gradebook's side toggle.
  5. Ensured synchronization of account status between teacher/staff and corresponding student accounts upon lockout.
  6. #30883: Enhanced the Quiz Result screen to display scores to students based on the selected Quiz result type, including full results and score results.
  7. #30884: Updated the EMTestSummary screen to include the abbreviated name of grades for specific question responses.
  8. #31068: Integrated a scoring tool icon within the Marzano feedback goal on the Feedback Tab.
  9. #31176: Restored the 'record audio' feature in the new quiz builder for answer options.
  10. #31249: Modified the MTSE settings for specific accounts in the feedback system.
  11. #31298: Realigned the review buttons for student-uploaded files for consistency.
  12. #31353: Addressed the issue of oversized images being cropped in the quiz results display on the student portal.
  13. #31469: Developed a feature for all clients to transfer the average LTAvg score to the Final Grade column in TVR, contingent on the 'AvgScorePushToFinal' key.
  14. #31511: Refined the calculation methodology for Letter Grades to align with the conversion chart percentage, applicable when Expected scores are displayed in the Performance By Course Report.
  15. #31606: Resolved data visibility issues for certain teachers in the Performance By Course Telerik report.
  16. #31656: Rectified inconsistencies in the tvr admin report.








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