Run a Rubric Report in EAC

The EAC Rubric Report provides a detailed view of student performance on rubric-based assessments. You can explore results by overall scores, individual criteria, and grading patterns, and export the data for reporting or further analysis.

When to Use?

Use the EAC Rubric Report when you need to evaluate student performance on assignments assessed with rubrics and analyze results at both the overall and criterion level. This report is especially helpful for identifying trends in student achievement, reviewing grading patterns, and supporting program assessment or accreditation efforts. It allows instructors and administrators to explore detailed rubric data to inform improvements in teaching and assessment practices.

Procedure

Watch this video to learn how to run an EAC rubric report.

Run a Rubric Report in EAC

Step One - Access the System

1. Log in to Blackboard. From the left-hand navigation menu click on tools, then select EAC Visual Data from the available options. If prompted with a secondary link, click it to enter the system.

Step Two - Configure Your Search Settings

1. At the top of the screen, select your mode. Choose administrator to view program level data or instructor if you only need data from your own courses.
2. In the menu on the left, confirm that rubrics is selected as your data type. 
3. In the name filter field type the name of your rubric. 
4. Set your date range based on when the rubric was scored. If you're narrowing your search to a specific semester, it's recommended to set the end date slightly past the semester's conclusion to capture any late rubric submissions.
5. Click Go to generate your results. 

Step Three - Select the Rubrics for Your Report

1. Review the populated list. You'll see the learning activity, course name, course ID, and completion date.
2. Check the box next to the name of the rubric that you want to include. Selecting one will often select all identical rubrics automatically. If needed, you can deselect individual rubrics to narrow your focus.
3. Click the airplane arrow icon to generate the report.

Step Four - Configure and Navigate the Report

1. Adjust the target value if necessary. 
2. You may also modify the levels of achievement to see a more accurate display of how students performed. Once adjusted, check enabled to apply those settings to the charts.
3. Use the navigation bar on the left to move through the report sections.
4. Start with summary statistics for an overall view. Then explore row analysis for criterion level detail. Review student rows for performance distributions and if needed, check the reviewer section to examine grading patterns. 

Step Five - Export Your Data

1. On the far right, choose your download option.
2. Standard or summary reports are best for sharing as they exclude confidential student data. The full Excel report includes all available data, including student identifiers. Use that option only when necessary and share it only with authorized users in accordance with FERPA guidelines.
3. You may also use Download Grid within individual sections if you only need part of the report.