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Grading Tools & Feedback

  • Using Rubrics for Grading – Apply rubrics to assignments and discussions to standardize grading and clarify expectations.
  • Providing Feedback with SpeedGrader – Give detailed feedback and grades efficiently using SpeedGrader.
  • View Submissions in SpeedGrader – Access and review student submissions directly within SpeedGrader.
  • Grade Posting Policies – Manage when grades are visible to students based on your posting preferences.
  • Export Grades & Import Grades – Download or upload grades for offline recordkeeping or integration with other systems.
  • Canvas Outcomes - A tool that allows instructors to align assignments with defined learning objectives by importing existing outcomes into a course and using them in rubrics to track student mastery.
    • Insights for Canvas Outcomes- A workflow that guides instructors in aligning outcomes to assignments using rubrics in Canvas LMS to capture and analyze student learning data.
  • Canvas Portfolios - Allows instructors to collect, organize, and assess student work over time while supporting reflection and showcasing learning in one place.
  • Course Evaluations- Instructors and student directions on where to find course evaluations for Canvas. 

Still Need Help?

You can use the Canvas Instructor Guides or email us at ecat@montana.edu for questions.