Free AI Grading Tool for Teachers

Format Batch Input Correctly for Smooth Parsing

Use numbered format (1. Name) or separator format (Student: Name, --- divider) to ensure the tool parses every essay correctly. Include the full student name with each essay. Test with 2-3 essays first to verify the format works before pasting a full batch of 20-25.

Save Custom Rubrics for Recurring Assignment Types

Create and save rubrics for each assignment type you use regularly (argumentative essays, research papers, in-class writes). Load saved rubrics to grade future assignments with one click. This eliminates the need to reconfigure settings every time and ensures rubric consistency across the semester.

Start with Balanced Strictness, Adjust If Needed

Balanced grading strictness matches typical teacher standards and produces realistic grades for most assignments. Use Lenient for early-semester diagnostic essays or elementary students. Use Strict for AP, IB, or honors sections where high standards are expected. Stick with one strictness level across a grading period for consistency.

Use CSV Export for Gradebook Entry

After grading, click Export CSV to download a file with student names, overall grades, and rubric category scores. Open the CSV in Excel or Google Sheets, verify grades, and copy-paste into your LMS gradebook. The CSV format saves 10-15 minutes of manual data entry per batch.

Grade One Section at a Time for Best Results

Instead of pasting 100 essays at once, grade one class section (20-25 essays) per batch. This keeps the batch size manageable, makes it easier to review results, and lets you adjust rubric settings between sections if needed. Sequential batches also reduce API errors from oversized requests.