Instant Canvas Compatible AI Diagnostic Quiz Generator
Stop searching for generic tests. Upload your specific lecture notes, PDFs, or prompts, and receive ready-to-deploy, expert-level diagnostic quizzes tailored perfectly for your Canvas environment.
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PDF, Word & LMS downloads require Plus or Pro.
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CogniGuide at a glance
- What you get
- Multiple-choice quizzes with an explanation for each answer. Free: up to 10 questions per quiz (20 on your first 3 creations). Plus: up to 30.
- Exports
- Practice online on any plan. Plus downloads quizzes as PDF, Word, QTI and Moodle XML.
- Price
- Free plan: 5 creations a week, up to 3 a day. Plus: $9.99/month or $99.90/year (USD; local prices at checkout).
- Sign-up
- A free account is required before you create anything (Google or email). No credit card.
- What you can upload
- PDF, Word (.docx), PowerPoint (.pptx), plain text or Markdown, and images (PNG, JPG, WebP, GIF), or type a topic. One file per creation on the free plan; several at once on Plus.
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Build Assessments Designed for Learning Outcomes
Go beyond simple knowledge recall by generating complex, targeted assessments that identify precise gaps in student understanding.
Turn Any Source Into Assessment Material
Upload slides, textbook sections, or raw text files. The AI extracts core concepts and high-yield information for targeted knowledge checks aligned with your curriculum.
Deep Explanations for Active Recall
Every question includes detailed feedback on why the answer is correct, fostering deeper understanding and maximizing learning retention through explanation-based practice.
Seamless LMS Integration & Export
Generate quizzes directly compatible with Canvas via QTI 2.1 or Moodle XML exports, ensuring smooth, standardized import for formal testing environments.
Generate Your Custom Diagnostic Quiz in Three Steps
From raw material to deployable assessment, our workflow minimizes preparation time while maximizing pedagogical quality.
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Upload Your Core Content
Provide your PDFs, DOCX lectures, PowerPoint slides, or type a detailed prompt defining the scope, difficulty, and domain for your diagnostic assessment.
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AI Generates Assessment Logic
Our specialized model analyzes content for key concepts, structures valid multiple-choice questions, and drafts authoritative explanations instantly, focusing on critical thinking.
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Practice or Deploy to Canvas
Review your generated quiz interactively to ensure validity, or use the robust export options (QTI, Moodle XML) to deploy the test immediately to your Learning Management System.
Why Use AI for Canvas Exam Generation?
Relying on generic or outdated practice tests doesn't facilitate true diagnostic assessment tailored to your specific student needs. An AI compatible exam generator ensures that your practice materials perfectly mirror the precise content you taught in your modules.
- AI analyzes complexity levels for balanced testing.
- Guaranteed export readiness for LMS platforms.
- Superior coverage of specialized subject matter.
Exporting in QTI 2.1 format guarantees flawless integration, turning your static documents into dynamic, adaptive learning tools proven to enhance student performance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common queries about document processing and LMS compatibility.
How does the AI generate questions from my documents?
It uses advanced Natural Language Processing (NLP) to identify key concepts, explicit learning objectives, and factual data points within your uploaded files—PDF, DOCX, or PPT—to structure valid, high-quality multiple-choice questions.
What file types can I upload for quiz creation?
We support PDF documents, Microsoft Word (.docx), PowerPoint presentations (.pptx), and various image files (via integrated Optical Character Recognition) for comprehensive input.
Can I export the quizzes for use in Canvas?
Yes. We specifically support export formats like QTI 2.1 and Moodle XML, which are industry standards recognized by Canvas LMS for seamless and reliable import of question banks and quizzes.
Is the canvas compatible quiz generator free to try?
Yes, the basic functionality to generate assessments and review explanations is available for free with limited daily generation credits. Access to the most advanced, high-throughput AI models requires a paid subscription.