- How do I access the Banner Faculty Grade Entry (FGE) module?
- How often should I save my work within the module?
- What files are acceptable for importing grades?
- Can I export a class roster?
- Can I use my own Microsoft Excel file to import grades?
- Why can't I see my gradable cours(s) with the Faculty Grade Entry (FGE) module?
- Must I import all grades at the same time?
- Can I still access OSCAR?
- Am I required to fill in the "Last Day of Participation" field when entering grades?
- If I have further questions, whom shall I contact?
1. How do I access the Banner Faculty Grade Entry (FGE) module?
To access the Banner Faculty Grade Entry (FGE) module, go to https://fge.sis.gatech.edu/FacultySelfService
2. How often should I save my work within the module?
You are advised to frequently save your entries to ensure your grades are officially recorded in the Student Information System.
3. What files are acceptable for importing grades?
Grades can be imported into the Banner Faculty Grade Entry (FGE) module from a spreadsheet file in Microsoft Excel's ".xls" or ".xlsx" format.
4. Can I export a class roster?
Yes. The Banner Faculty Grade Entry (FGE) module can export a grade sheet into a spreadsheet file in Microsoft Excel's ".xls" or ".xlsx" format. The spreadsheet will include the students' full names, their gtID's, their midterm or final grades, and several additional fields related to the selected course.
5. Can I use my own Microsoft Excel file to import grades?
Yes. When you import grades from a spreadsheet file containing multiple worksheets, be sure to select the first active sheet that contains grades and the students' gtID's. Be aware that "gtID" and "grade" are required columns when importing grades.
6. Why can't I see my gradable cours(s) with the Faculty Grade Entry (FGE) module?
Gradeable courses become viewable only when the Registrar's Office has opened the semester's grade entry window for midterm or final grades.
7. Must I import all grades at the same time?
No. Using the Banner Faculty Grade Entry (FGE), you have the option to enter some grades within the module or upload some grades from an spreadsheet file. The system will update only new changes.
8. Can I still access OSCAR?
Yes. You can still access and useOSCAR. (Please note that you must access OSCAR through BuzzPort.) However, the Registrar's Office strongly recommends the use of the Banner Faculty Grade Entry (FGE) module for submitting all midterm and final grades.
9. Am I required to fill in the "Last Day of Participation" field when entering grades?
The "Last Day of Participation" field should be filled in only for students assigned a grade of "F" or "I." The date given should be the last date on which the student either attened class or demonstrated participation in the class in some way (e.g., turning in an assignment, taking a test or quiz).
10. If I have further questions, whom shall I contact?
For answers to questions regarding grading or the Banner Faculty Grade Entry (FGE) module, contact the Registrar's Office at comments@registrar.gatech.edu