This Guide walks you through the basics of rubrics including how to add an existing rubric to a Dropbox in your course and grade using a rubric and the annotation tool.
If you have questions about Rubrics that are not answered in this Guide or the FAQ page, please let us know at asktei@sjcme.edu.
Using rubrics in your course sets clear expectations for students and can significantly reduce time spent grading (especially when combined with the Annotation Tool).
Why Would I Add an Existing Rubric to a Dropbox Folder?
You would add an existing rubric (one that is already in Brightspace) to a Dropbox folder so that students know the academic expectations of an assignment, as well as assisting you in easily grading the assignment in Dropbox. If you do not have an existing rubric in your course, but are interested in creating one, please contact asktei@sjcme.edu.
Watch this short video that demonstrates how easy it is to add an existing rubric to a Dropbox folder in your course.
Note: If you prefer written instructions, see the PDF below each video or in the Written Instructions box on the right-hand side of the page.
Add an Existing Rubric to a Dropbox Folder (2 Minutes)
Why Grade Using a Rubric?
Rubrics benefit both you, the instructor, and your students because they enable clear communication in terms of both your expectations for an assignment and detailed feedback in response to students' work.
If you are interested in learning more about adding rubrics to your Brightspace course, please contact asktei@sjcme.edu.
Note: If you prefer written instructions, see the PDF below each video or in the Written Instructions box on the right-hand side of the page.
Grade Using a Rubric in Dropbox (3 Minutes)
Why Grade with a Rubric and the Annotation Tool?
This is the Dynamic Duo of grading!
Similar to the comment feature in Word, the Annotation Tool in Dropbox will allow you to comment, highlight, underline, et cetera on a student's submission without ever leaving the Brightspace platform. Using the Annotation tool along with a rubric provides quality feedback and greatly reduces grading time.
Learn more by watching this short video.
Note: If you prefer written instructions, please view the PDFs underneath the video as well as in the Written Instructions Box on the right-hand side of the page. Also, we recommend viewing the video to understand how the tools work in conjunction.
Grade Using a Rubric and the Annotation Tool (4 Minutes)
Need Some Inspiration to Create Your Own Rubrics?
Check out the examples below for some ideas on what your rubrics could include. If you have any questions about rubrics, please contact asktei@sjcme.edu.
I would like to create a Brightspace rubric in my course. How do I do that?
If you are interested in creating a Brightspace rubric, we recommend emailing asktei@sjcme.edu for assistance. Someone will be happy to work with you to get a rubric into your course.
Do you have any examples of rubrics that I could use as a guide?
Yes! Be sure to check out the Guide "Examples of Rubrics". If the examples do not suit your needs, please contact asktei@sjcme.edu for assistance.
Have technical questions or concerns about these features? Email asktei@sjcme.edu.
For training information, see below.
