Group Leader Account Information: Challenge Math

Competition Mode

What is Competition Mode?

Competition Mode allows aspiring students to compete and showcase their weekly achievements in the Challenge Math Online program and gives them a chance to earn a spot and see their ranks on the weekly leaderboard. Below, we will cover who should join, how to join, and how points are calculated.

Who Should Join Competition Mode?

Competition Mode is designed for students who enjoy and excel in a competitive environment, and  every student currently enrolled in the Challenge Math Online program is eligible to participate!  

If your students are motivated by comparing their performance with others and earning a spot on the weekly leaderboard, this mode is for them. It’s important to remember that the main purpose of the program is to practice and learn. Choose the mode that best supports your students' growth and enjoyment in learning!

How To Participate (or Opt-Out)?

  1. Turn On/Off Competition Mode: In the student portal, click on 'My Account,' select 'Update Enrollment,' then toggle the Competition Flag on or off.

  2. Complete Weekly Assignments: Ensure your students complete all weekly assignments by Sunday midnight.

Important Things to Note:

  • No Resubmissions: The system disables the resubmit feature if Competition Mode is on, so your student will not be able to resubmit an assignment.

  • Time Matters: Time spent on assignments is a factor in calculating scores. The timer starts when a student first opens an assignment. For example, if a student opens an assignment at 8:00 am, closes it immediately, reopens it at 10:00 am, and submits it at 10:20 am, the time spent on this assignment will be recorded as 2 hours and 20 minutes. So, don't peek at an assignment before starting! 

  • The Leaderboard: The weekly leaderboard will be published the following week. If your student makes the leaderboard, their nicknames, scores, and ranking will be displayed on the leaperboard.

  • Just for Fun: There are no awards or certificates for making the leaderboard.

How are the Points Calculated?

The total points a student earns in a week is the sum of the points from all of their weekly assignments, determined by both the scores and the time spent on each assignment.

Here is the current formula* to calculate the points for one assignment:

points = s + max ((20 - t), -20)

  • s: The score of the assignment
  • t: The time spent (the elapsed time between when the assignment is first opened and when it is submitted), measured in minutes.
* Please note that we are still refining the formula, so it is subject to change.

For example:

Student A scores 80 and 100 on the past week's two assignments, completing each in 18 minutes. The total points Student A receives are:

(80 + (20 - 18)) + (100 + (20 - 18)) = 184

Student B scores 80 and 100 on the past week's two assignments, completing each in 45 minutes. The total points Student B receives are:

(80 + max( -25, -20))+ (100 + max (-25, -20)) =  (80 - 20) + (100 - 20) = 140

Have fun!

We hope Competition Mode will bring more excitement to your weekly challenge. Enjoy!

Questions?

Please contact us at info@noetic-learning.com.