When attaching a rubric to an assignment or discussion, Canvas will not automatically enable the setting to use the rubric for grading. If this setting is not enabled, you will still be able to score the students using the rubric, and students will still see your evaluation, but the grade will not auto-populate with the […]
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Vary Feedback Methods in Canvas
Picture having to navigate using a simple paper map on a long road trip. You know your destination and the turns, roundabouts, and exits to get there. What if you could see your destination on this map, but the details of roads, highways, and intersections were removed? This would likely cause confusion, anxiety, and frustration, […]
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Using Rubrics in Canvas
Tools: Rubrics, Assignments, and Discussions Have you been putting off creating rubrics for your assignments, either because you don’t like them or don’t know how to create them? Would you be surprised to learn that rubrics not only help your students succeed, but they can also make your own grading process easier? Rubrics provide a […]
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Grade with a Rubric
Rubrics provide a set of criteria used to evaluate student performance. In Canvas, rubrics help give students clear expectations and guidance for assignments. Canvas Enhanced Rubrics (2026) also include multiple viewing options: Traditional, Horizontal, and Vertical, which allow instructors to choose the grading layout that best fits their workflow. When integrated with SpeedGrader, rubrics enable […]
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Attach a Rubric to a Discussion
You can add a rubric to a discussion to help students understand your expectations and how you intend to score their submissions. Using a rubric for discussion posts can save you time, keep you consistent, and help you provide useful feedback to your students. Once your rubric is attached to discussion, refer to the Grade […]
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Create a Rubric in Canvas
Rubrics provide a set of criteria to evaluate student performance. When they are used in Canvas, they provide students with direction and clarity. When integrated with SpeedGrader, rubrics also allow you to provide quick and easy feedback for your students. Note: To attach the rubric to an assignment, refer to the “Attach a Rubric to an […]
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Attach a Rubric to an Assignment
You can add a rubric to an assignment or discussion to help students understand your expectations and how you intend to score their submissions. Rubrics also integrate into SpeedGrader, making grading quick and efficient! Once your rubric is attached to an assignment, refer to the Grade with a Rubric tutorial to use your your rubric […]