Welcome to FeedForward! This platform helps you improve your writing through AI-powered feedback and iterative drafting. You can submit multiple drafts of your assignments, receive detailed feedback aligned with your instructor's rubric, and track your progress over time.
When your instructor shares your join link:
Save your login credentials in a password manager to avoid lockouts during important submission deadlines.
Your Submission Journey:
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1. Write Draft → 2. Submit → 3. AI Analyzes → 4. Instructor Reviews
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7. Improve ← 6. Revise ← 5. You Receive Feedback
When you log in, you'll see:
Student Dashboard
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📚 My Courses (2)
├── ENGL101 - Academic Writing
│ └── 3 active assignments
└── HIST200 - Research Methods
└── 1 active assignment
📋 Recent Activity
• Feedback released: Essay 1 Draft 2
• Due soon: Research Paper (3 days)
• New assignment: Final Project
📈 Your Progress
• Essay 1: ○ → ◎ Closing in
• Drafts submitted: 8/12
• Overall trend: improving
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Assignment statuses help you stay organized:
Before submitting:
Check Requirements - File format (PDF, DOCX, TXT) - Word count limits - Formatting guidelines - Rubric criteria
Review Your Work - Proofread carefully - Check citations - Verify formatting - Save backup copy
Name Your File
- Use clear naming: LastName_Assignment1_Draft1.docx
- Avoid special characters
- Keep under 50 characters
Step-by-step submission:
Navigate to Assignment - Click course name - Select assignment - Click "Submit Draft"
Upload Your File - Click "Choose File" - Select your document - Wait for upload confirmation
Add Optional Note - Mention specific concerns - Ask for focused feedback - Note any technical issues
Confirm Submission - Review file name - Check word count - Click "Submit" - Note your confirmation number
What happens next:
Timeline:
Immediate: On-screen confirmation with reference number
5-10 min: AI begins processing (status shows "Processing")
30-60 min: AI feedback generated
2-48 hrs: Instructor reviews and releases
When ready: Feedback appears on the assignment page
FeedForward doesn't send emails. To see whether feedback is ready, open the assignment page — the status shows "Processing" until your instructor releases the feedback.
Your feedback includes several components:
Overall Assessment:
Overall: ◎ Closing in
Summary: Strong thesis with good evidence integration
Strengths:
- Clear argumentation
- Excellent introduction
To Improve:
- Conclusion needs strengthening
- Some grammatical errors
Rubric Breakdown:
Thesis Statement: ◉ On the bullseye
"Your thesis is clear and arguable..."
Evidence & Support: ◎ Closing in
"Good use of sources, but consider..."
Organization: ◎ Closing in
"Logical flow with minor transitions..."
Grammar & Style: ◎ Closing in
"Generally strong with some errors..."
Conclusion: ○ On the board
"Needs more synthesis of ideas..."
Specific Suggestions:
1. Strengthen conclusion paragraph
2. Fix comma splices in paragraphs 3 & 5
3. Add transitional phrase before para 4
Instructor Note:
"Great improvement from Draft 1! Focus on
that conclusion for your final draft."
Each rubric category (and your work overall) is shown as a dartboard — the closer the dart lands to the centre, the stronger the work:
If your instructor has enabled numeric scores for an assignment, you'll also see numbers out of 100 alongside the bullseye. Most assignments use the bullseye view only.
Make the most of your feedback:
Read Thoroughly - Start with overall assessment - Review each rubric section - Note specific examples - Understand priorities
Create Action Plan - List specific changes - Prioritize by impact - Set revision timeline - Gather resources
Ask Questions - Use office hours - Email for clarification - Discuss with peers - Utilize writing center
Strategic revision approach:
Revision Priority Matrix:
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High Impact + Easy Fix:
✓ Fix grammatical errors
✓ Add missing citations
✓ Clarify thesis statement
High Impact + Challenging:
⚡ Restructure argument
⚡ Find additional sources
⚡ Rewrite conclusion
Low Impact + Easy:
○ Minor word choice
○ Formatting tweaks
Low Impact + Challenging:
⌛ Complete style overhaul
⌛ Topic change
Document your improvements:
Compare Drafts - Use track changes - Highlight major edits - Note addressed feedback
Revision Notes When resubmitting, mention: - Which feedback you addressed - Major changes made - Questions remaining
Optimal timing:
Monitor your improvement:
Your Progress Dashboard:
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Overall trend: improving
Assignment Progress (dart moving toward the centre):
Essay 1: ◌ → ○ → ◎ Closing in
Essay 2: ○ → ◎ → ◉ On the bullseye
Research: ◌ → ○ → [pending]
Consistent Strengths:
• Organization ◉ On the bullseye
• Introduction ◎ Closing in
• Evidence Use ◎ Closing in
Growth Areas:
• Conclusions ○ On the board
• Citations ○ On the board
• Transitions ◌ Finding the range
Use feedback to set targets:
Short-term (Next Draft) - Fix identified errors - Strengthen weak sections - Implement suggestions
Medium-term (Next Assignment) - Apply learned techniques - Avoid previous mistakes - Build on strengths
Long-term (Course/Career) - Develop writing style - Master academic conventions - Build confidence
Suggested timeline for 3-draft assignment:
Assignment Timeline (2 weeks):
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Day 1-3: Research & outline
Day 4-5: Write Draft 1
Day 6: Submit Draft 1
Day 7: Receive feedback
Day 8-9: Revise for Draft 2
Day 10: Submit Draft 2
Day 11: Receive feedback
Day 12-13: Polish for Draft 3
Day 14: Submit final draft
Minimal Revisions - Don't just fix typos - Address core feedback - Show substantial improvement
Ignoring Rubric - Review criteria before writing - Address all categories - Balance your efforts
Not Using Resources - Visit writing center - Attend office hours - Use provided links
When you need assistance:
Technical Issues - Can't log in - Upload failures - Missing feedback → Contact: support@university.edu
Assignment Questions - Unclear requirements - Rubric interpretation - Extension requests → Contact: Your instructor
Writing Support - Grammar help - Citation formatting - Structure guidance → Visit: Writing Center
Platform Navigation - Finding assignments - Viewing feedback - Understanding features → Check: Help documentation
Can I submit after the deadline? Check with your instructor. Some allow late submissions with penalties.
Why is my feedback taking so long? Instructors review all feedback before releasing it. During busy periods, this may take 24-48 hours. Check the assignment page — the status will change from "Processing" to "Feedback Ready".
Can I delete a submission? Submissions can't be deleted, but you can hide any draft from your own view, and you can submit an updated draft if attempts remain.
Is my work private? Yes, only you and your instructor can see your submissions and feedback.
What file formats work? Most assignments accept PDF, DOCX, and TXT files under 10MB.
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Remember: FeedForward is designed to help you improve through practice. Each draft is a learning opportunity, not a judgment.
Your instructor is here to help. Don't hesitate to ask questions or seek clarification on feedback.