Learning Technology Guide - DEV

Crowdmark*

assessment

What is it?

Crowdmark is a web-based platform for collaborative grading and analytics in education. It streamlines the assessment of assignments and exams by allowing multiple graders to evaluate digital submissions simultaneously. The platform also provides insightful analytics to aid educators in understanding student performance, and its integration with learning management systems makes it a versatile tool for modern assessment needs.

What is its purpose?

Crowdmark enables multiple graders to assess student submissions concurrently, enhancing the overall efficiency of the grading experience in educational settings. Crowdmark also empowers educators with valuable analytics, offering insights into student performance trends and facilitating data-driven instructional enhancements.

 

How do I use it?

To access Crowdmark, universities or institutes typically purchase the tool, and instructors and students can create accounts once the institution has acquired licenses. Instructors set up courses, upload assignments, and invite students to submit work digitally. The tool facilitates collaborative grading by allowing multiple graders to assess submissions concurrently. 

Why would I use it?

Educators benefit from Crowdmark's streamlined, collaborative grading features, including simultaneous assessment, online grading, valuable analytics, and seamless integration with learning management systems, enhance efficiency, promote fairness, and support data-driven improvements in the grading process.

Quick Facts
Category
Assessment
Rating Level 
Web Search
Website
Crowdmark*
Last Modified
29 April 2024
Created
18 December 2023
License Available 
No
More Info

Security Concerns
No
Technical Support 
Vendor
Platform(s) 
Crowdmark is web-based and integrates with various LMSs

Ratings Information

CITL Rating

Select any category below for details about the criteria for each rating.

Functionality: ★★★
Scale:★★★
Works Well.
Ease of Use:★★★
Works Well.
Tech Support/Help Availability (for Instructors):★★★
Works Well.
Tech Support/Help Availability (for Students):★★★
Works Well.
Hypermediality :
Not Applicable.
Accessibility: ★★☆
Accessibility Standards:★★☆
Minor Concerns.
User-focused participation:★★☆
Minor Concerns.
Required Equipment:★★★
Works Well.
Technical: ★★★
Integration/Embedding within a Learning Management System (LMS) :★★★
Works Well.
Operating Systems:★★★
Works Well.
Web Browser:★★★
Works Well.
Additional Technical Requirements:★★★
Works Well.
Mobile Design: ★★☆
Access:★★★
Works Well.
Functionality:★★★
Works Well.
Offline Access:★☆☆
Serious Concerns.
Usage and Account Set Up: ★★☆
Sign Up/Sign In:★☆☆
Serious Concerns.
Cost of Use:★☆☆
Serious Concerns.
Archiving, Saving, and Exporting Data :★★☆
Minor Concerns.
Data Privacy and Ownership:★★★
Works Well.
Social Presence:
Collaboration :
Not Applicable.
User Accountability:
Not Applicable.
Diffusion:
Not Applicable.
Teaching Presence: ★★☆
Facilitation:★☆☆
Serious Concerns.
Customization:★★☆
Minor Concerns.
Learning Analytics:★★★
Works Well.
Cognitive Presence:
Enhancement of Cognitive Task(s):
Not Applicable.
Higher Order Thinking:
Not Applicable.
Feedback on Learning:
Not Applicable.

Security and Privacy

There are currently no security or privacy concerns for this tool.

Support Information

The website comes equipped with a help center webpage offering searchable answers to product-related questions. The page includes categorized tutorial content and instructional videos, providing concise and accessible support for educators seeking efficient and effective use of the platform.

Note: Instructional Support is available through CITL. Please connect with Learning Technology Coaches for assistance ltc_citl@mun.ca or visit the Teaching and Learning Exchange in ED 1001, St. John’s Campus.

Contact

Centre for Innovation in Teaching and Learning

230 Elizabeth Ave, St. John's, NL, CANADA, A1B 3X9

Postal Address: P.O. Box 4200, St. John's, NL, CANADA, A1C 5S7

Tel: (709) 864-8000