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Essay grading built for Canvas
Purpose-built AI grading that integrates seamlessly with your Canvas workflow.
SpeedGrader Integration
AI grades sync directly to SpeedGrader. Rubric scores and comments appear automatically.
Canvas Rubric Import
Import your existing Canvas rubrics or let AI generate one. Each criterion is scored individually.
Thesis & Evidence Analysis
Deep evaluation of thesis strength, evidence quality, and argument development.
Writing Mechanics Feedback
Detailed comments on grammar, style, organization, and writing conventions.
Why teachers love GradeWithAI for essay grading
Save hours every week with AI-powered essay grading that integrates directly with Canvas.
- Grade a full class of essays in minutes
- Import and use existing Canvas rubrics
- Consistent feedback for every student
- Works with all essay types
- Grades appear in SpeedGrader automatically
Get started in 3 simple steps
From sign-up to graded essay assignments in under 5 minutes.
Connect Canvas
Sign in with your Canvas credentials. We'll securely sync your classes and essay assignments.
Select an assignment
Choose which essay assignment to grade. Set up your rubric or let AI generate one.
Review & return grades
AI grades all essay submissions. Review, adjust if needed, and push back to Canvas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about essay grading with Canvas.
Does it work with Canvas rubrics?
Yes! When you select an assignment, we pull any associated rubric from Canvas. Use it as-is or modify it before grading.
Will feedback appear in SpeedGrader?
Yes. AI-generated feedback appears as submission comments in SpeedGrader, and rubric scores are filled in automatically.
What essay formats are supported?
All types: argumentative, persuasive, narrative, expository, literary analysis, research papers, and more.
Can I review grades before syncing?
Absolutely. Review all AI-generated grades and feedback, make any adjustments, then sync to Canvas when ready.
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