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Mark faster with a clear mark scheme and comment bank
A mark scheme for any task plus a bank of specific feedback comments, so marking is quicker and more consistent.
When to use it
Before setting a test, essay or homework task
Step by step
Share the task
Copy the task or questions and the learning objectives into your AI assistant. Never paste pupils' names or identifiable work into a public AI tool.
Ask for a mark scheme and comments
Use this prompt.
Prompt to copyHere is a [task type] for [year group] on [topic], worth [marks] marks. Learning objectives: [objectives]. Create: 1) a mark scheme showing what earns each mark or band, with an example answer at each level, 2) the common mistakes pupils are likely to make, 3) a bank of 15 short feedback comments grouped into 'What went well' and 'Next step', each specific to this task and written so a [age]-year-old understands, 4) three quick follow-up tasks pupils can do to act on the feedback. [paste task]Keep the comment bank handy
Save the comments in Google Docs or your marking tool so you can copy them in as you mark.
Moderate a few
Mark three or four pieces yourself with the scheme and adjust anything that doesn't fit real answers.
What you get
Band 3 (5-6 marks): explains two causes with evidence and links them. Common mistake: describes events without explaining why. WWW: 'You backed up your point with a clear date and fact.' Next step: 'Add "this meant that..." to show the effect.'
Tips
- If you want help with a specific piece of work, retype a short anonymous extract instead of pasting the whole thing with names.
- You make the final judgement on every mark; use the scheme as a guide.