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Overview

Students can join GradingPal to access assignments, submit work, and receive AI-powered feedback. The signup process is quick and designed to get students into their classes with minimal friction.

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Prerequisites

  • An invitation from your teacher (invite link, course code, or email invitation)
  • Valid email address
  • Or a Google account for quick signup

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Step-by-Step Instructions

This is the easiest method when your teacher shares a direct link.
1

Click the Invite Link

Your teacher shares an invite link via:
  • Email
  • Google Classroom announcement
  • Class website or portal
  • Messaging app
Click the link to begin signup.
Screenshot showing email invitation

Check the 'Select All' checkbox to ensure smooth functionality

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Choose Signup Method

You’ll arrive at the signup page with two options:Option A: Sign Up with Google
  1. Click “Sign in with Google”
  2. Select your Google account
  3. Grant GradingPal permission
  4. Skip to profile creation
Option B: Sign Up with Email
  1. Enter your email address
  2. Click “Sign in with Email”
  3. Check your email inbox
  4. Click the magic link in the email
  5. Continue to profile creation
3

Create Your Student Profile

After signing in, complete your profile:
  1. First Name: Enter your first name
  2. Last Name: Enter your last name
  3. Click “Continue” or “Create Profile”
4

Automatic Class Enrollment

  1. You’ll be automatically enrolled in your teacher’s class
  2. See confirmation message
  3. View your class dashboard
5

Access Your Class

  1. You’ll see your enrolled class
  2. View available assignments
  3. Start submitting work!

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Method 2: Sign Up with Course Code

If your teacher gave you a 6-character course code:
1

Go to Student Signup

Navigate to app.gradingpal.ai/signup/student. You’ll see the student signup page.
2

Sign Up for Account

Choose your signup method:Option A: Google Sign In
  1. Click “Sign in with Google”
  2. Select your Google account
  3. Grant permissions
Option B: Email Sign In
  1. Enter your email address
  2. Click “Sign in with Email”
  3. Check your email for magic link
  4. Click the link to verify
3

Create Profile

  1. Enter your first name
  2. Enter your last name
  3. Click “Continue”
4

Enter Course Code

  1. You’ll see a prompt to “Join a Class”
  2. Enter the 6-character course code your teacher provided
  3. Example: QQ8F5H
  4. Click “Join Class”
5

Confirm Enrollment

  1. Review the class name to verify it’s correct
  2. Click “Confirm” to join
  3. You’re now enrolled!

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Method 3: Sign Up from Email Invitation

If your teacher sent you a personal email invitation:
1

Check Your Email

  1. Look for an email from GradingPal (hello@mail.gradingpal.ai)
  2. Subject line: “Join [Class Name] on GradingPal”
  3. Open the email
2

Click the Invitation Link

  1. Read the email to verify it’s from your teacher
  2. Click “Accept Invitation” or “Join Class” button in email
  3. You’ll be directed to the signup page
3

Complete Signup

  1. Follow same process as Method 1, Steps 2-5
  2. Sign in with Google or Email
  3. Create your profile
  4. You’ll be automatically enrolled

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Method 4: Sign Up Then Join Class

If you create an account first without an invitation:
1

Create Account

  1. Go to app.gradingpal.ai/signup/student
  2. Sign up with Google or Email
  3. Create your student profile
2

Join Class Later

  1. From your dashboard, click “Join a Class”
  2. Enter the course code your teacher provided
  3. Or click an invite link your teacher shares later
  4. Confirm enrollment

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What Happens After Signup

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Your Student Dashboard

After joining a class, you’ll see:
  • Classes: List of all your enrolled classes
  • Assignments: Current and upcoming assignments
  • Due Dates: When assignments are due
  • Submissions: Your submitted work and grades
  • Notifications: Updates from your teachers

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Accessing Assignments

  1. Click on a class to view its assignments
  2. See all published assignments
  3. Click an assignment to view details
  4. Submit your work when ready

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Viewing Feedback

After your teacher grades your work:
  1. You’ll receive a notification
  2. Navigate to the assignment
  3. View your grade and detailed feedback
  4. See rubric scores
  5. Read AI-generated and teacher comments

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Account Management

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Profile Settings

Access your profile to:
  1. Update your name
  2. Change your email
  3. Update password (if using email login)
  4. Set notification preferences
  5. Manage privacy settings

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Joining Multiple Classes

You can join multiple classes:
  1. Use a different course code for each class
  2. Or click additional invite links
  3. All classes appear in your dashboard
  4. Switch between classes easily

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Leaving a Class

If you need to leave a class:
  1. Navigate to class settings
  2. Click “Leave Class” or “Unenroll”
  3. Confirm your decision
  4. You’ll be removed from the class roster
Your submissions and grades from that class will no longer be accessible.

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Privacy and Data

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What Information GradingPal Collects

  • Your name (for identification)
  • Email address (for account access)
  • Submitted assignments
  • Grades and feedback
  • Activity logs (when you submit, view feedback, etc.)

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Who Can See Your Information

  • Your Teachers: Can see your name, submissions, and grades
  • You: Can access all your own data
  • Not Public: Your information is never publicly visible
  • Not Shared: GradingPal doesn’t share your data with third parties

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Data Protection

  • All data is encrypted
  • Secure storage and transmission
  • FERPA and COPPA compliant
  • You can request data deletion by contacting support

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Tips for Students

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Account Setup

  • Use School Email: If you have one, it’s easier for teachers to identify you
  • Accurate Name: Use your real name so teachers can recognize you
  • Remember Your Login: Write down whether you signed up with Google or email
  • Enable Notifications: Stay updated on new assignments and grades

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Managing Your Classes

  • Check Regularly: Log in frequently to check for new assignments
  • Pay Attention to Due Dates: Set reminders for upcoming deadlines
  • Save Course Codes: Keep your course codes in case you need to rejoin
  • Ask for Help: Contact your teacher if you have trouble accessing the class

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Getting the Most from Feedback

  • Read Thoroughly: Take time to review all feedback
  • Understand Rubrics: Learn what each criterion means
  • Ask Questions: If feedback is unclear, ask your teacher
  • Apply to Future Work: Use feedback to improve next time
Problem: The email you’re trying to use is already registered.Solution:
  • Try logging in instead of signing up
  • Use the login method you originally chose (Google or email)
  • If you forgot, try both methods
  • Contact support if you can’t access your account
Problem: You joined but don’t see the class.Solution:
  • Refresh your browser
  • Log out and log back in
  • Verify you entered the correct course code
  • Check with your teacher that they haven’t removed you
  • Contact support if issue persists
Problem: You accidentally joined a different teacher’s class.Solution:
  • Leave the wrong class in class settings
  • Ask your teacher for the correct course code or invite link
  • Join the correct class
  • You can be in multiple classes, so it’s okay to leave the wrong one

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Getting Help

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Student Support

If you need help:
  1. Ask Your Teacher First: They can help with most issues
  2. Contact Support: Email support@gradingpal.ai
  3. Include Details: Provide your email, the issue, and any error messages

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Parent/Guardian Access

Parents can:
  • Request to view their student’s progress
  • Contact the teacher through normal school channels
  • Contact support with questions about privacy and data