Uploading essays and adding source material

Objective

This video outlines the steps to upload essays and add source material for grading.

For more detail

• Step 5 - Upload essays, add source materials, and choose grading settings

Key Steps

1. Navigate to Upload Screen 0:01

• Start from the home screen.
• Select the option to upload essays manually.

2. Enter Class and Assignment Details 0:11

• Input the class name (e.g., English one).
• Specify the assignment title (e.g., Teens and Social Media).

3. Select the Grading Rubric 0:28

• Choose the appropriate rubric for grading (e.g., Expository Writing Rubric).

4. Add Source Material 0:36

• Click on 'Select Material'.
• If needed, create new material or search from the platform.

5. Modify Source Materials (if necessary) 0:44

• Click the pencil icon to edit the materials.
• Change the prompt name as needed (e.g., from S-A-1 to S-A-3).

6. Upload Source Material from Device 1:05

• Select the source material file from your device (e.g., Teens and Social Media).
• Click 'Open' to upload the file.

7. Save Source Material 1:15

• Click 'Save Source Material' to finalize the upload.

8. Select Student Essays for Grading 1:31

• Open the folder containing student essays.
• Select the essays you wish to grade.

9. Start Grading Essays 1:41

• Use the essay grader tool to begin grading based on the writing prompt and source material.

Cautionary Notes

• Ensure all files are correctly named and formatted before uploading.
• Double-check that the correct rubric is selected to avoid grading errors.

Tips for Efficiency

• Familiarize yourself with the rubric to streamline the grading process.
• Organize source materials in a dedicated folder for easy access during uploads.

Updated on: 01/02/2026