Graded Assignment
Description
When mentorAI is embedded in Canvas as an LTI tool, it can grade learner responses inside an Assignment and automatically pass the score back to the Canvas gradebook. Learners type their answers directly in the mentor chat, receive an instant score (and, soon, AI-generated feedback), and watch their grade update in real time—no manual grading steps required.
Target Audience
Instructor
Features
Instant AI Scoring
The mentor evaluates each submitted answer and returns a numeric grade (e.g., 10 / 10).
Automatic Grade Passback
Scores sync to the Canvas gradebook immediately after each response.
Iterative Resubmission
Every new answer replaces the previous score (e.g., a perfect 10 drops to 0 if the next attempt is wrong).
Future Enhancements (preview)
- AI-generated feedback accompanying each grade
- Support for file uploads (PDF, Word, Excel, etc.) that the mentor can grade
How to Use (step by step)
Open the Assignment
- In Canvas, navigate to Assignments
- Click the task labeled (for example) Mentor Grading
Interact with the Mentor
- The mentor chat loads on the assignment page
- Type your answer (e.g.,
5 + 5 = 10) into the chat and press Send
Receive Your Score
- The mentor instantly replies with a grade (e.g., 10 / 10)
- (Future) Feedback text will appear alongside the score
Verify Grade Passback
- Open Grades in Canvas
- Confirm the score has updated (e.g., 10 / 10)
Revise & Resubmit (Optional)
- Return to the assignment page
- Enter a new answer (e.g.,
5 + 5 = 9) - The mentor re-grades and returns 0 / 10
- Check Grades again to see the new score reflected
Pedagogical Use Cases
Math & Short-Answer Quizzes
Verify calculations or factual responses instantly, freeing instructors from manual grading.
Formative Practice
Allow students unlimited retries; the most recent attempt determines the recorded grade.
Low-Stakes Knowledge Checks
Integrate quick “exit ticket” questions in modules, providing immediate performance feedback.
Future File-Based Assessments
Upload lab worksheets, essays, or spreadsheets for AI scoring once file-grading launches.
With mentorAI’s Canvas integration, learners receive live grades (and soon feedback) while instructors enjoy automatic score passback—streamlining assessment and reinforcing learning in real time.