Canvas: Rubrics Overview

Summary

This article describes how to create a rubric and how to add criteria and ratings.

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Summary

This article describes how to create a rubric and how to add criteria and ratings. 

Rubrics can be created in advance and then applied to the assessment.  Rubrics will show up associated to the assessment and are available for students to help them see what will be measured.  Faculty can use the rubric in the Speedgrader to select a rating to apply the points to the assessment grade.

 

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How-To

Task: Basic step for adding a rubric

Instructions

Step 1 - In the assessment, select the option to add a rubric.

Step 2 - In the Rubric, select the three dots in the upper right hand corner, next to Edit. Select Show Rubric. Select Find Rubric to locate an existing rubric or start building rubric by adding criterion.

Step 3 - Select the Criterion to add new criterion.

Step 4 - You can add more rating for each criterion.

Step 5 - When finished building rubric, select Create Rubric.

Step 6 - Close the Assignment Rubric Details. Your rubric is now attached to your assessment.

 

Outcome 

You will be able to create rubrics on assignments and add criteria.

 

Further Readings 

How do I add a rubric to a graded discussion?  

How do I add a rubric to an assignment?  

How do I add a rubric to a quiz?  

 

Need additional help?

Submit a Canvas (myCourses) support request or visit the Technology Help Desk Support page to locate your local campus contact information or to submit an online technology support request.  For password issues you must call or visit the Help Desk in person.  

 

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Details

Article ID: 1510
Created
Fri 7/19/19 6:08 PM
Modified
Fri 8/1/25 11:20 AM
Applicable Institution(s):
Keene State College (KSC)
Plymouth State University (PSU)
University of New Hampshire (UNH)