Pear Assessment: Bulk Content Converter
The Bulk Content Converter in Pear Assessment allows users to upload and convert multiple files into assessments at the same time. Instead of importing files one by one, users can process entire batches in a single workflow. Designed for high-volume workflows, this feature helps streamline assessment creation while reducing manual effort. The Bulk Content Converter also includes AI-assisted metadata suggestions that help identify relevant standards, Depth of Knowledge (DoK), and difficulty levels based on uploaded content and the selected standards set.Key Capabilities
- Upload up to 25 files at once
- Upload using:
- Drag and drop
- Upload from computer
- Google Drive
- Microsoft OneDrive (coming soon)
- Background processing allows users to continue working while files process
- AI-assisted metadata suggestions for:
- Standards alignment
- DoK level
- Difficulty level
- One assessment is created per uploaded file
Technical Specifications
How to Use the Bulk Content Converter
Step 1: Open the Content Converter
Navigate to the Content Converter tool within Pear Assessment.Step 2: Select Grade and Subject
Before uploading files, select the appropriate:- Grade
- Subject
Step 3: Choose an Upload Method
Users can upload files using any of the following options:Drag and Drop Files
Drag files directly into the upload area to begin adding files.Upload from Computer
Select files directly from your device.Upload from Google Drive
Select files stored in your Google Drive account. For detailed instructions on accessing and selecting files from Google Drive, refer to: Creating Quizzes with Google Forms: Step-by-Step GuideUpload from Microsoft OneDrive (Coming Soon)
Support for uploading files from Microsoft OneDrive is planned for a future release.Step 4: Select and Add Multiple Files
After selecting files, you can add additional files if needed by clicking Upload More. Once all desired files have been uploaded and selected, click Proceed to import. A notification appears once processing begins. The system creates one assessment per uploaded file.Files process in the background, allowing users to continue working elsewhere in Pear Assessment.
Step 5: Review and Save Assessments
Review any warnings or suggested edits returned by Pear Assessment, then open each generated assessment to review extracted questions and metadata suggestions. Make any necessary edits, resolve warnings if needed, and click Save to add the assessment to your Test library.Planned Enhancements
Future improvements include:- Enhanced mathematical content processing
- Improved passage-to-question association
- Better PDF formatting interpretation, including bold and italic text
Feedback and Support
Please contact the Support Team if you experience issues or have questions about bulk uploads or metadata generation.FAQs
How Many Files Can I Upload at Once?
You can upload up to 25 files in a single upload session.What File Types Are Supported?
The Bulk Content Converter currently supports:- PDF (.pdf)
- Word (.doc, .docx)
Is There a File Size Limit?
Yes. Each file must be 25 MB or smaller.How Many Questions or Items Can a File Contain?
Each uploaded file can contain up to 100 items.Can I Continue Working While Files Process?
Yes. The upload and conversion process runs in the background, so you can continue working elsewhere in Pear Assessment.Does the System Create One Assessment or Combine All Files into One?
The system creates one assessment per uploaded file.Can I Add More Files after Selecting Files?
Yes. After selecting files, you can add additional files if needed by clicking Upload More before clicking Proceed.Does the Feature Support Google Drive Uploads?
Yes. Users can upload files directly from Google Drive.Does the Feature Automatically Generate Metadata?
The system may suggest metadata such as:- Standards alignment
- DoK level
- Difficulty level