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History grading built for Canvas
Purpose-built AI grading that integrates seamlessly with your Canvas workflow.
Document-Based Question Grading
Grade DBQs with evaluation of sourcing, contextualization, and evidence use.
Historical Analysis Feedback
Assess cause-effect reasoning, comparison, and continuity/change analysis.
Canvas Rubric Support
Import your existing history rubrics from Canvas or create custom ones.
SpeedGrader Sync
Grades and detailed feedback appear directly in SpeedGrader.
Why teachers love GradeWithAI for history grading
Save hours every week with AI-powered history grading that integrates directly with Canvas.
- Grade history essays efficiently
- Consistent historical thinking feedback
- Works with AP and standard courses
- Import existing Canvas rubrics
- Syncs directly to Canvas gradebook
Get started in 3 simple steps
From sign-up to graded history assignments in under 5 minutes.
Connect Canvas
Sign in with your Canvas credentials. We'll securely sync your classes and history assignments.
Select an assignment
Choose which history assignment to grade. Set up your rubric or let AI generate one.
Review & return grades
AI grades all history submissions. Review, adjust if needed, and push back to Canvas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about history grading with Canvas.
Can it grade DBQs from Canvas?
Yes! The AI evaluates document analysis, sourcing, contextualization, and argument construction in DBQs.
Does it work with AP History rubrics?
Absolutely. Grade to official AP rubrics for US History, World History, and European History.
Can I use my existing Canvas rubrics?
Yes! Import rubrics directly from Canvas assignments. The AI scores each criterion individually.
Will feedback show in SpeedGrader?
Yes. All AI-generated feedback appears as submission comments in SpeedGrader.
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