Advanced Assignments
Grading rubrics, file-type restrictions, and structured criteria for serious coursework.
Why this matters
Open "upload anything" assignments are fine for casual coursework. Academic programs, corporate certifications, and graded portfolios need explicit grading criteria the learner sees before submitting, plus file-type rules so you're not handed a video when you asked for a PDF.
What you get
- Define a grading rubric or checklist visible to the learner before they submit.
- Restrict uploads to specific file types (PDF only, images only, ZIP archives, etc.).
- Cleaner grading workflow for instructors scoring against criteria, not vibes.
- Per-assignment max file size in addition to your server's upload limit.
What it unlocks
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Rubric in the submission flow
Learners see the grading criteria before they upload — fewer reshoots, fewer "I didn't know" complaints.
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File-type whitelist
Limit uploads to .pdf, .png, .jpg, .zip — whatever your course expects. Wrong file types reject at upload.
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Stricter grading interface
Instructors mark each rubric line item — total grade rolls up automatically. Faster than ad-hoc essay grading.
How it works
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Create the assignment
Same flow as basic assignments — title, instructions, due date.
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Add the rubric + file rules
Define criteria (e.g., "Clarity / 10", "Accuracy / 10"), allowed file extensions, max size.
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Grade against the rubric
Reviewers score each line item. Sikshya rolls up to a final mark and shares it with the learner.
Frequently asked
Are basic assignments still in free?
Yes. The free plugin has an assignment flow — students submit, instructors mark with a single number. This add-on layers rubrics and file rules on top.
Can I attach multiple files per submission?
Yes — configurable per assignment. Useful for portfolio-style work with several pieces.
Where do submissions get stored?
In your WordPress uploads directory by default — your hosting, your data. Stays inside the standard WP media library access controls.
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