Understanding Rubrics in Blackboard
Rubrics are a powerful tool that instructors can use to assess and evaluate student assignments easily in Blackboard. A rubric is simply a set of guidelines outlining the criteria and expectations for a given assignment or task. Rubrics help students understand what is expected of them and how their work will be evaluated. For instructors, rubrics provide a consistent and objective way to grade assignments, ensuring that grading is fair and accurate.
Creating Rubrics in Blackboard
Creating a rubric in Blackboard is a straightforward process. First, navigate to the course menu and select “Tools” from the menu. From there, click on “Rubrics.” Once you are on the Rubrics page, click on “Create Rubric.” You will then be taken to a page where you can name your rubric and describe the criteria for each level of achievement. You can also specify the point value for each level of achievement.
Grading Assignments using Rubrics in Blackboard
To grade an assignment using a rubric in Blackboard, navigate to the Grade Center and locate the assignment you want to grade. Click on the assignment’s cell to open the grading panel. From there, click on the “View Rubric” button to open the rubric. You can then assign a level of achievement for each criterion by clicking on the appropriate box. Once you have evaluated all the criteria, Blackboard will calculate the grade based on the point values for each level of achievement.
Modifying Rubrics in Blackboard
If you need to modify a rubric in Blackboard, you can do so easily. Simply navigate to the Rubrics page and locate the rubric you want to modify. Click on the rubric to open it, and then click on the “Edit” button. From there, you can make any necessary changes to the rubric’s criteria or point values. Be sure to save your changes when you are finished.
Rubrics are an essential tool for managing assignments in Blackboard. They help instructors assess assignments consistently and objectively, ensuring that grading is fair and accurate. By following the steps outlined above, you can create and manage rubrics in Blackboard effectively. With rubrics in place, you can focus on teaching and providing valuable feedback to your students, confident in the knowledge that their work is being evaluated consistently and fairly.
