Canvas has an internal tool for grading assignments called SpeedGrader. This tool allows instructors to provide annotations and feedback in Canvas directly within a student's submission. This helps make grading more efficient by eliminating paper submissions or additional downloading. Instead, instructors can easily annotate and comment on assignments in one central location. Rubrics can be used as part of the grading process. The instructor can even choose to create audio or video feedback for a student.

Grading options and annotations

Detailed guides to SpeedGrader.

DocViewer Overview from Canvas LMS.

One click to save grades and comments

When entering a score, annotation, or comment in SpeedGrader, simply hit return or click somewhere else on the screen to save your work. For global comments, including audio and video, click the blue "Submit" button in the lower left part of the screen.

Canvas Mobile Teacher App

Canvas offers student and instructor mobile apps. While the free Canvas app is primarily for students, the Teacher app allows instructors to access the benefits of tools like Grades and SpeedGrader from their mobile device.

Canvas Teacher iOS Guide
Canvas Teacher Android Guide

Ensure students can view feedback

Students will often miss the opportunity to view feedback, comments, and annotations from an instructor if they do not know where to look. Let your students know you have provided feedback and provide the links below to help them find the information.