Can I mark anonymously?
Yes. When you set up the allocation, by default the option to use Use Student ID (hides student names) is set. If you want to see the students first and last name, please de-select this option on setup.
Will I get notified when I‘m allocated marking?
Yes, any markers who have been allocated marking will receive an email to make them aware. The person allocating the work does not receive an email if allocating to themselves.
What other notifications does the UWE Allocation tool provide?
The tool only sends an email notification to the markers who have been allocated. There are no other notifications.
Can I allocate marking for any Blackboard assignment?
Yes, both manually created or SIS fed assignments can be allocated using the UWE Allocation tool.
Please note that if your assignment has no due date, it will not appear in the list but you can still use the search to find it. It is advisable to make sure your assignment is no longer available to students before starting to mark.
Can I allocate second marking?
Yes, the allocation tool now allows second marking allocation. However, please note, there is still only one place to enter a mark. Please refer to our guidance on how to record second marking using Marker Notes.
Can I allocate group assignments?
Yes, Group assignments can now be allocated. The allocation is done by group rather than by student.
Can I see student comments when allocating?
No. Ultra assignments have no separate area for students to enter comments with their submission.
Can I change the allocation?
Yes, you can edit the allocation by using the View Marking Allocations or the Edit Allocations options See How to edit or delete allocations already set up
Will the tool display all students who submitted?
Yes, when the allocation is first set up, the tool will display all students who have made an attempt as long as their latest attempt hasn't already got a mark in the Gradebook. For students who submitted but whose enrolment has been disabled, you will see them in the list but will not be able to view their attempt. Please raise an ITonline ticket to see if the students enrolment can be re-enabled temporarily.
Will students be able to see the mark?
Students only see marks and feedback when they have been posted in the Gradebook. As long as the marks remain unposted in the Gradebook, students will not be able to see marks or feedback. The UWE Marking Allocation tool does not post marks.
If I delete allocation will it delete the submission, mark and feedback too?
No. Deleting the allocation just clears any marking allocations set. It will not delete any marks and feedback that have already been saved in the Gradebook. See How to edit or delete allocations already set up
As Module Leader, can I see an overview of progress?
Yes, any instructor on the module can view the View Marking Allocations page. This screen provides an overview of all the allocated students; the allocated marker; and the current mark (if one has been submitted). Alternatively, you will be able to see the marking in the Gradebook column.