You can integrate GMetrix with Brightspace (D2L) using Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) 1.1. Once configured, students can access GMetrix content directly within Brightspace, and scores will automatically sync between both platforms.


Notes and Compatibility

  • You must have access to both Brightspace and the GMetrix Administrator Portal.
  • For in-app tests, students must download the Skills Management System (SMS).
    • Note: Certain exams only support SMS for Windows.
    • Adobe, AutoCAD, and MOS exams are not available on macOS (SMSe).

Part 1: Gather Integration Details from GMetrix


Before you can link GMetrix and Blackboard you'll need to gather details from the GMetrix Administrator Portal. Consider copying this information into a document for later use.

Note: You’ll need to repeat this process for each Course or Practice Exam you plan to integrate.


Step 1: Find the Classroom Code


Each Classroom in GMetrix has a unique Classroom Code. You’ll need this to associate the Classroom with Brightspace.

  1. Sign in to the Administrator Portal at gmetrix.net/manage.
  2. From the sidebar, select Classrooms.
  3. Locate the desired Classroom and select Details.
  4. The Classroom Code appears below the tab bar.


Step 2: Get Your LTI Credentials


LTI credentials are unique to each institution or testing center. For example, each school in a district will have its own credentials. Make sure you have the correct credentials before integrating the platforms.

  1. From the sidebar, select Dashboard.
  2. Scroll to Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) and select Resources Key Lookup.
  3. Choose Request LTI Key and Secret.
  4. Copy your institution’s credentials:
    • Key: The consumer key used for authentication.
    • Secret: The shared secret for secure communication.
  5. Collect the resource keys needed for each Course or Practice Exam:
    • Course Keys: Go to the Course Keys tab. Expand a category to see Programs and copy the key.
    • Test Keys: Go to the Test Keys tab. Expand a Program to find its Practice Exams and keys.  

Part 2: Set Up the Integration in Brightspace


After collecting the required information from GMetrix, you can complete the integration steps in Brightspace.


Step 1: Create a Tool Link


    1.    Sign in to Brightspace and open a course.

    2.    In the Course Admin tab, choose External Learning Tools (under Site Resources).

    3.    In the Manage Learning Tool Links tab, select New Link.

    4.    Enter a name for the tool (e.g., Word 365 Practice 1).

    5.    In the URL field, enter https://www.gmetrix.net/lti/


Step 2: Configure the Link


  1. In the Key/Secret section, choose Link key/secret, then enter your GMetrix Key and Secret.
  2. In the Custom Parameters section, select Add custom parameters. If prompted, select Save to continue.
  3. In the Name field, enter gmxresourcekey followed by a tab. In the Value field, enter the Course Key or Test Key from your GMetrix account.
  4. Select Add custom parameters again. If prompted, select Save to continue.
  5. In the Name field, enter accesscode followed by a tab. In the Value field, enter the Classroom Code associated with your GMetrix Classroom.
  6. In the Security Settingssection, check the boxes for:
    • Send system username to tool provider
    • Send user email to tool provider
  7. Select Save and Close.

Part 3: Add the Tool Link to an Assignment


After configuring the tool, you can attach it to an assignment.

  1. In the Brightspace course, go to the Content tab.
  2. Select Add a module… and enter a name (e.g., Practice Exam).
  3. In the module, select New → New Assignment.
  4. Enter an Assignment Title (e.g., Word Practice Exam).
  5. In the Grade Out Of field, enter the point value of the assignment.
  6. Select the Insert Quick Link button—represented by a lightning bolt and chain.
  7. Select External Learning Tools, then choose the GMetrix tool you created.
  8. If prompted, choose Open GMetrix SMSe.
  9. Make the assignment Visible, then select Save and Close.

Testing the Integration


You can test the setup by viewing the course as a student.

  1. In the content browser, expand the module and open the assignment.
    • If you don’t see the assignment, make sure it is set to Visible.
  2. Select the link under Instructions to launch the attached resource.