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Manual Scoring

Some assessment items require manual scoring due to their open-ended nature. These include:

  • Extended Constructed Response
  • Short Constructed Response
  • Extended Text Entry
  • Drawing

This guide walks you through how to access and score these items effectively.

Access the Assignment​

From the Assignments tab, Unit Details page, or any location where assignments are listed:

  • Click the assignment title to open the assignment details.

Open a Student Submission​

To review individual responses:

  • Click the student’s name [1] or the Scores [2] button to open their submission.
  • Scroll through the assessment to locate open-ended items.

Score Open Response Items​

When you reach an item that requires manual scoring:

  1. Click Show Key (if available) to view the rubric or scoring guidelines.
  2. Enter a score in the provided field.
  3. Click the purple checkmark to save your score.
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You can update scores using this method for any item type—whether auto-scored or manually graded.

Once saved, scores immediately contribute to:

  • The student’s overall assignment score
  • The classroom Unit Mastery report
  • The Standards Mastery dashboard

These insights help drive instruction and ensure that student growth is accurately tracked across all assessment types.