How to Add a Rubric in a Course on Canvas

Adding a rubric to assignments in Canvas enhances grading consistency and provides clear expectations for students. Follow these steps to easily incorporate rubrics into your courses and assignments.

Step 1: Accessing the Course:

1. Log in to your Canvas account and navigate to the course where you would like to add a rubric.

Step 2: Accessing Rubrics:

1. Once inside your course, click on the "Rubrics" tab from the course navigation menu.

Step 3: Creating or Editing a Rubic:

1. Click on the "Add Rubric" section.

2. Add a title to the rubric.

3. To edit the criteria of the rubric, click on the “Edit” icon which looks like a pencil.

4. Add a description to the rubric. You can add a short, long, or your own by uploading a file.

5.  Select your range of points for each category and change your total points.

6. Once you have completed your rubric click the “Create Rubric” button to finish.