> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://synap.ac/docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://synap.ac/docs/platform/assignments/attempts-and-progress.md).

# Attempts and progress

Each student receives a separate Assignment record containing their deadline, Course version, item states, time and overall outcome. The Assignment management page brings those records together for the cohort.

### From enrolment to completion

The record begins as **Not started** and becomes **In progress** when activity begins. It can move to **Pending review** when work requires an educator. The final state may be **Completed**, **Passed** or **Failed**, depending on the Course and Assignment configuration. **Missed deadline** and **Revoked** describe exceptional access states.

Item states can include Locked, Not started, In progress, Pending review, Reviewed, Reinstated and Completed. A locked item often reflects the Course's progression rules rather than missing content access.

### Reading progress accurately

| Check          | Why it matters                                                                     |
| -------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Item list      | Explains the overall percentage and shows the activity still outstanding.          |
| Review state   | A submitted Quiz, Upload or Text entry may still be waiting for an educator.       |
| Course version | Existing students may be attached to an earlier published version.                 |
| Deadline type  | Relative deadlines are personal to the time each learner's Assignment was created. |
| Reinstatement  | Reopened work can move an item back into an active state.                          |

### Finding cohort patterns

Use filters and status counts to identify non-starters, overdue students and work waiting for review. Compare students only after confirming they received the same Course version and equivalent availability. Time spent can help with investigation but does not prove learning or mastery.

{% hint style="info" %}
Use the learner record for an individual exception. Use Assignment management when the same pattern affects several members of the cohort.
{% endhint %}


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