‘Making the Grade with AI’ — best practices for how to use AI with grading

AI in grading can be a super helpful tool — but only if you use it judiciously. Our quick guide, “Making the Grade with AI,” shows you how. Check it out here.

At the top of the list, is understanding that AI works best as a supplement, not a replacement. Use it to support your grading, but always evaluate AI-generated feedback before passing it on to students. 

Teachers who excel in this balance use AI sparingly but effectively — to support their process, not dictate it. These teachers use AI to enhance their teaching strategies, while also engaging students in meaningful conversations about the role and ethics of AI in the classroom.

A quick guide to grading and AI.

The bottom of the list? 

That’s where AI overuse creeps in — letting it take control, skipping oversight and not addressing student concerns. AI should never be the sole decider of student outcomes. In fact, AI in education shines brightest when paired with human expertise—ensuring students not only get grades but also the thoughtful feedback they deserve! 

So, use AI strategically, but remember: nothing beats your professional judgment!

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