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How to Add a Rubric in CoGrader

Step-by-step instructions on all the methods to create or import a custom rubric that fits your assignment needs.

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Written by Gabriel Chi
Updated over a week ago

Options for Adding a Rubric

When you click Create a rubric from your CoGrader dashboard, you’ll see four options:

  • Import rubric

  • Create manually

  • Create with AI

  • Create from standards

Let’s walk through each one.

Import Rubric

If you already have a rubric document (PDF, DOC, or image), you can upload it directly.

  • Click Create a rubric

  • Select Import rubric

  • Choose your file from your computer or Google Drive

  • Review and edit the imported rubric

  • Click Save rubric

Refer to this link for more information on importing rubrics.

Tip: Keep your file under 8,000 words and 20 MB for the best results.

Create Manually

Build a rubric from scratch or copy/paste your existing content:

  • Click Create a rubric

  • Select Create manually

  • Enter a Rubric Name

  • Add criteria by clicking Add criterion

  • For each criterion:

    • Name the criterion (e.g., Thesis)

    • Provide a description

    • Add levels (e.g., Meets expectations, Below expectations)

    • Assign points and write level descriptions

  • Adjust levels to Fixed or Variable as needed

  • Click Save rubric

    Refer to this Link for more information on manually creating rubrics.

Create with AI

Let CoGrader’s AI generate a rubric for you:

  • Click Create a rubric

  • Select Create with AI

  • In the Description box, describe what you need (e.g., For 10th graders writing an essay on The Great Gatsby)

  • Add criteria or let AI suggest them

  • Review, edit, and click Submit

  • Save the generated rubric

Create from Standards

Build a rubric aligned with learning standards:

  • Click Create a rubric

  • Select Create from standards

  • Choose:

    • The standard set (e.g., Common Core)

    • The subject or grade level

    • The specific standards students should meet

  • Click Submit

  • Review and save the rubric

After creating or importing your rubric, it will be saved in your Rubric Library. You can use it in new assignments or edit it at any time.

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