Sharing your exam dates with Cirrus

# Guide to Sharing Schedules and Grading Periods

Why Share Schedules and Grading Periods?

Sharing schedules and grading periods is crucial for ensuring all stakeholders are informed of key dates and times, facilitating better planning for assessments, and enhancing transparency among faculty and candidates.

How to Share via the Customer Portal

1. Plan Ahead: Share information at least two weeks in advance for necessary preparations.
2. Log In: Access your account on the customer portal.
3. Navigate: Go to 'Support'
4. Choose Type: Select 'Product Question' type for sharing.
5. Enter Details:
   Copy the example table in the description and add your information
   • For schedules: Include Start date, Start time, End time, timezone, number of candidates, type (schedule or Marking).
   • For marking: Specify Start date, general timeframe, any remarks and a type.
6. Reply by Cirrus: Cirrus will always reply asap.

Best Practices

• Share well in advance.
• Ensure clarity in all information.
• Be mindful of our release schedule to avoid conflicts with updates or maintenance.

Example Tables

Schedules

Grading/Marking Periods

Conclusion

By following these steps and best practices, you can share your schedules and marking periods more effectively, ensuring smooth operations and improved communication.