Canvas Bulk Grading

Grade Canvas LMS assignments efficiently using rubric-based workflows. This skill requires the Canvas MCP server to be running and authenticated with an instructor or TA token.

Prerequisites

• Canvas MCP server running and connected
• Authenticated with an educator (instructor/TA) Canvas API token
• Assignment must exist and have submissions to grade
• Rubric must be created and associated with the assignment with use_for_grading=true. Use create_rubric for creation and associate_rubric for an existing rubric; use update_rubric (two-call preview + token) for text/point edits; add or remove criteria in the Canvas UI.

Workflow

Step 1: Gather Assignment and Rubric Information

Before grading, retrieve the assignment details and its rubric criteria.