Brightspace: Grades Using CSV Files

This session will guide participants through the steps required to upload grades smoothly and accurately using a CSV file. Some instructors prefer calculating grades outside Brightspace, so we will explore how to properly prepare, format, and import a CSV file into the gradebook. We will also highlight common mistakes and how to avoid them to ensure a seamless upload experience.

Session Objectives:

  • Understand how grading workflows outside OWL Brightspace connect to the LMS
  • Prepare and format a CSV file correctly for grade import
  • Upload grades into the gradebook using a CSV file
  • Identify and fix common CSV‑related errors that occur during import