Rubric Conversion Guide for TA39
Familiar as you are with rubrics, their adaptation for AI usage in TA39 requires a shift from traditional formats. Rubrics typically encapsulated in tables or images need to be translated into straightforward text. To assist with this transition, we suggest reviewing the provided example file below, which outlines a format compatible with AI tools.

Formatting Rubrics for TA39
Rubrics in TA39 are most effective when formatted as detailed, narrative text. This involves titling each criterion and providing a descriptive breakdown for each performance level, with points assigned to each. It's essential to maintain a uniform structure to aid clarity and ease of use.

Translating Tabular Rubrics into Text
To adapt your tabular rubrics for TA39, transcribe the content of each rubric cell into a textual description. Begin with the criterion, followed by performance levels detailed in full sentences or bullet points. For example, "Criterion 1: Response to Prompt" would be followed by performance descriptors ranging from "4 pts - Exceeds Expectations" to "0 pts - No Marks."

Detailing Performance Levels
When defining performance levels, include distinctive criteria for each score, covering all key aspects you evaluate during grading. This precision helps the AI to accurately assess and provide feedback according to your standards.

Utilizing Bullet Points and Lists
While TA39 accommodates bullet points and numbered lists, they must be used to clearly define each criterion within a rubric. Ensure each bullet or list item is tagged with performance descriptors such as "Exceeds" or "Meets Expectations."

Weighting Criteria
Explicitly state the weight of each criterion in your rubric text, specifying the maximum points possible. If you prioritize certain criteria, this should be reflected in the rubric, indicating the proportion of the total grade it represents.

Ensuring AI Interpretation Accuracy
Use precise, straightforward language in your rubrics to facilitate accurate AI interpretation. Clearly describe what is being assessed and how points are distributed to avoid ambiguity.

Inclusion of Examples
Incorporating examples within your rubrics is optional but can enhance clarity. If included, mark them clearly and ensure they relate directly to the assessment criteria.

Addressing Subjective Criteria
For subjective criteria, provide detailed descriptions that capture the essence of what qualifies as "good" or "excellent" in the context of your assignment, helping to quantify subjective evaluations.

Application of Rubrics to Assignments
After crafting your rubric, you must manually attach it to the corresponding assignments in TA39. The system will then use this rubric to guide the feedback generation process.

Adjusting Rubrics
Rubrics can be edited post-creation. Should you revise a rubric after grading has commenced, consider re-running the assignment analysis to ensure the feedback reflects the updated criteria. It is advisable to create a new rubric under a different name, so that you may go iterate across the versions and fine tune over time.

Getting Assistance
If you require help with rubric conversion or have specific questions, TA39's support team is readily available to provide assistance and ensure you can leverage the AI grading experience to its full potential.