WeBWork Industry Regulations 3

Question 1

A WeBWork administrator receives a subpoena for a student's homework records. Under FERPA, what must the institution do before complying?

Accepted Answer

Make a reasonable effort to notify the student before disclosure

Answer

FERPA generally requires institutions to notify the student before complying with a subpoena, unless the court order specifies otherwise.

Question 2

Which MathML-related accessibility practice improves WeBWork equation rendering for screen reader users?

Accepted Answer

Providing MathML markup alongside rendered math so assistive technology can read it

Answer

Screen readers can interpret MathML to vocalize mathematical expressions, making equations accessible to visually impaired users.

Question 3

A professor wants to reuse a published textbook's problems in WeBWork. Under US copyright law, which doctrine might permit limited use without licensing?

Accepted Answer

Fair Use Doctrine

Answer

Fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material for educational purposes, considering factors like purpose, nature, amount, and market effect.

Question 4

Under WCAG 2.1, what minimum contrast ratio is required between normal text and its background for Level AA conformance in WeBWork's interface?

Accepted Answer

4.5:1

Answer

WCAG 2.1 Level AA requires a minimum contrast ratio of 4.5:1 for normal text to ensure readability for users with low vision.

Question 5

When WeBWork sends grade data back to an LMS via the LTI Outcomes Service, which protocol is used to transmit the score?

Accepted Answer

SOAP-based XML over HTTPS

Answer

The LTI 1.1 Basic Outcomes Service uses a SOAP-based XML message sent over HTTPS to post grades back to the LMS.

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