Gradescope Bubble Sheets: A Modern Take on Scantron

Term: Fall 2025

Date: August 11th, 2025

Time: 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Location: University Mall 2104 (Directions) & Zoom 

Instructor: Danielle Thacker

Presented By: Technology-enhanced Learning and Online Strategies (TLOS) & Learning Technologies (LT)

Description:

Scantron may be retiring at Virginia Tech—but bubble sheet grading isn’t going anywhere. With Gradescope Bubble Sheets, you can continue delivering paper-based assessments while gaining modern features like editable answer keys, flexible scanning options, and seamless Canvas integration.

In this session, you’ll learn how to create, administer, and grade bubble sheet exams using Gradescope—no specialized scanning equipment required. We’ll walk through how to set up your answer key, distribute the official template, scan submissions, and sync grades directly with Canvas. You'll also explore key benefits like post-exam scoring adjustments, built-in analytics, and options for instructor- or student-driven uploading.

This session will guide you through making a smooth, confident transition from Scantron to Gradescope—while taking full advantage of its modern grading features.