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 There are a few exercises allowing students to write an extended response, giving you an opportunity to evaluate their writing skills. The Essays option gives you quick access to view and grade essay submissions from extended response practice tests in writing. 

When evaluated correctly, the extended responses should accurately predict official scoring on the high school equivalency tests. However, the accuracy of student response scores is dependent on the grader’s knowledge and training. We highly recommend a thorough review of Essential Education’s Guide to Student Responses before instructors take on the task of evaluating student responses.

Each student’s Primary Teacher is responsible for grading student essays by default.

Schools also have the option to purchase Essential Education’s Essay Grading service. Our essay graders return grades and feedback for all essays within 72 hours of submission. To purchase this add-on, please contact our Sales Support Team at 800-931-8069 x3 or at info@essentialed.com.

To review or grade student essays:

1. From the Administration tab, select the Essays button.

2. Adjust the Filter By options such as Class, Student Name, and adjust Graded (yes or no) as appropriate to narrow down the Essay List. Click Submit to refresh to result in the Essay List.

3. Click the View & Grade button next to the appropriate assessment and student name.

4. Review the essay prompt and student response, then complete the rubric below.

5. Be sure to click Save at the bottom of the page when you are finished.