Using Writable with HMH Ed? Click to view our Getting Started Guide for Ed.
Meet Writable
Writable from HMH is a research-backed writing solution that supports the full writing process, from planning and drafting to feedback, review, revision, and reflection.
You can create or customize assignments, provide targeted feedback, guide self and peer review, monitor student growth, and connect writing instruction to specific skills and curriculum goals.
Additionally, Writable’s AI features help save time and personalize support while keeping you, the teacher, in control of all feedback and instructional decisions. Your expertise and knowledge of each student remains at the center of instruction.
Click here to learn more about Writable's AI Features and our commitment to responsible AI use.
The following guide includes embedded links to step-by-step guides, videos, and additional resources.
Set up your Writable Account
To get started, you'll need to create your Writable account and set up your classes.
1. Go to app.writable.com.
2. Choose a sign-in option
"Sign in with HMH" to link to your HMH Ed account. This will allow you to import your current Ed classes to Writable.
Note: If you use Writable with an HMH Curriculum, you MUST log into Writable through HMH Ed at least once. Check out the Getting Started for Educators with HMH guide.
"Sign in with Google" to link your Google account. This allows access to Google Classroom and Google Docs.
"Sign in with Microsoft" to link to your Microsoft account for quick and easy log-in.
"Sign in with Schoology" if your school/district has set up a Schoology integration. Click here for more information about linking Writable and Schoology.
If your school/district uses Canvas, you can launch Writable from Canvas to connect your account and import classes.
Import Your Classes
Easily create a class or import a roster from your LMS. Students will be automatically added to classes once they login and create their Writable account.
Copy, Customize, or Create Your First Assignment
Writable has a vast library of pre-made assignments and prompts that are easy to customize for your classroom. As a quick introduction to Writable assignments, you can create a Quick Write or use assignments shared from your district leaders.
Daily Writing with High 5 Quick Writes
Start with a quick, low-stakes introduction to Writable using a Quick Write. You can generate engaging prompts with AI or type your own topic. Use AI-assisted comments and scoring to provide students with timely feedback on their writing. You can also add a self or peer review to get students practicing revision and editing skills.
Tips!
If you are using an HMH Curriculum, be sure to launch from HMH Ed to view it in Explore.
Try the 'Act as Student' feature to model the write/review process as a student.
Create a knowledge-building assignment with AI-support
You can always customize the assignment prompt or rubric to match your instructional needs.
My District
My District is where to find shared rubrics and assignments from your school and district leadership.
From My District, you can either join a shared assessment or copy an assignment or collection of assignments added by your administrator.
Assign to Classes
Now that you have your first assignment and your classes are set up, follow these steps to assign to your students:
Click ‘Assign’ and select which classes you'd like to assign to.
Choose your assignment and feedback options, including self or peer reviews, student supports, and collection dates.
Once you assign, the assignment will appear as ‘Active’ on ‘My Assignments’, and students will be able to access on Writable.
❗ Note: Students using an LMS with Writable will also find their assignments in their course assignment list. Read how students find assignments in Google Classroom, Canvas, HMH Ed and Schoology.
Helping Students Access Assignments
After you have assigned an assignment to your class, students will find it in 'My Assignments' on their Student Dashboard.
Try the "Act as Student" feature to model the write/review process as a student.
Looking for more about the student experience? Check out these articles and videos:
Guide and Grade Student Writing
The Guide/Grade tab in your Assignment Dashboard is your quick access to student drafts and submissions. From here you can view AI-suggested comments and scoring. Review, modify, and send this feedback to students with a click to guide their writing process.
Tip!
Writable’s AI suggested comments and scores are a starting point. Edit the wording or score to reflect your own voice and expertise. You can also adjust the feedback tone and complexity using the AI Feedback Profiles.
Looking for more support?
Visit Writable Academy for mini-courses where you can earn certifications
Reach out to our Classroom Success team for in-app support
Bookmark the Writable Help Center to find step-by-step guides