Empower Version Updates

Empower Version Updates

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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