New Layout of Adding Rubrics

Below are step-by-step directions on using the new layout for rubrics. The directions are as of 7/20/2024.

Account Level Rubric View

In a Course, the Rubrics page is redesigned. Tabs are available to display Saved [1] and Archived [2] rubrics. A search bar [3] is available and the Create New Rubric button [4] is updated. Admins and instructors can also sort rubrics in ascending and descending order by Rubric name [5], Total Points [6], Criterion [7], and Location Used [8]. Additionally, an options icon [9] is available for each rubric, allowing users to easily edit, duplicate, archive, or delete rubrics [10].

Note: Rubrics cannot be edited or deleted once they have been added to an assignment. However, this can be duplicated for additional edits and the creation of new rubrics.

Account Level Rubric Search and Create New Rubric Button

To search rubrics, enter the rubric name in the search field [1]. To create a new rubric, click the Create New Rubric button [2].

Redesigned Create New Rubric Page

When creating a new rubric, enter a Rubric name [1] and Rating Order [2]. To add a new criterion, click the Draft New Criterion button [3]. To create criterion from an outcome, click the Create from Outcome button [4].

Create New Criterion Modal

When creating a new criterion, enter the Criterion Name [1] and Criterion Description [2]. To enable a point range, select the Enable Range checkbox [4]. Then, determine the desired Points [4]. Rating name [5], and Rating Description [6]. Then click the Save Criterion button [7].

Adding an Outcome to Criterion Modal

When creating a criterion from an outcome, select the desired outcome and click the Import button.

Create New Rubric Edit, Delete and Duplicate Icons

Once the rubric is complete, users can edit [1], delete [2], or duplicate [3] criterion. Additionally, use the drag and drop icon [4] to re-order criteria. Then, either Save as Draft [5], Save Rubric [6], or Preview Rubric [7].

Rubric Location Used Link

On the Rubrics page, click the Courses and Assignments link to view which course rubrics are used.

Location Used Modal

At the account and course level, users can view the list of courses and assignments where the associated rubric is used. Additionally, all courses and assignments are hyperlinked for easy access.

SpeedGrader Rubric View Drop-Down Menu

In SpeedGrader, instructors can manage the rubric view by clicking the drop-down menu to select a Traditional, horizontal, or vertical view. [1]. To apply points, click the Submit Assessment button [2].

Notes:

Traditional view is the default view.
To deselect a rating, double-click the selection.
Points must be submitted to save.

SpeedGrader Select Rubric Drop-Down Menu

Additionally in SpeedGrader, instructors can use the dropdown menu to switch between their own rubric and the peer-reviewed rubric.

Student View Rubric Display Drop-Down Menu

For students, the peer review rubric view is also updated. Additionally, students can manage the rubric view by clicking the drop-down menu.

Note: The Assignment Enhancements feature option must be enabled for students to view the updated rubric.

Additional Details

The traditional view will not be available if the rubric contains more than five ratings.

New Layout of Adding Rubrics

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