Summary
Empower students to improve by using SpeedGrader’s Reassign feature when a student’s submission fails to meet expectations.
Environment
Canvas
Content
The Reassign feature in SpeedGrader enables instructors to return a student’s submission for revision when it does not meet assignment requirements. This promotes iterative learning and helps students achieve mastery before final grading.
When to Use
- The submission is incomplete or missing required elements.
- The student needs to address feedback before earning full credit.
- You are implementing a mastery-based or competency-based grading approach.
Benefits
- Encourages student engagement and improvement.
- Supports personalized feedback loops.
- Maintains grading integrity and fairness.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 - Open SpeedGrader
Navigate to the assignment and select SpeedGrader.
Step 2 - Review Submission
Assess the student’s work and provide feedback in the comment box.
Step 3 - Click Reassign
Locate the Reassign button near the grading panel.
Click to return the submission for revision.
Step 4 - Notify Student
Canvas will automatically notify the student that the submission requires changes.
Important Notes
- Students can only resubmit if the assignment settings allow multiple submissions.
- Reassign does not override due dates or late policies.
- Use clear, actionable feedback to guide resubmission.
Best Practices
- Combine Reassign with detailed comments for clarity.
- Set expectations upfront in your syllabus about revision opportunities.
- Monitor resubmissions to ensure timely grading.
Additional Resources
Need Additional Help?
On behalf of OIT’s Instructional Design and Technology (IDT) team, we hope this tutorial is useful. If you encounter any difficulties or have questions related to this procedure, please contact our colleagues in OIT’s Support Center to have a help ticket created and assigned to the IDT team. You may contact the Support Center via email (supportcenter@uhcl.edu) or by telephone (281.283.2828). Once we receive your inquiry, a member of the IDT team will contact you as quickly as resources permit.