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Assignment Leaderboard

Some assignments may include an optional leaderboard feature that displays student rankings based on assignment scores. The leaderboard adds a competitive element to assignments while maintaining privacy options.

Viewing the Leaderboard

If your instructor has enabled the leaderboard for an assignment, you’ll see a “Leaderboard” tab on the assignment page. The leaderboard displays:
  • Rankings: Your position relative to other students
  • Scores: Current assignment scores (may be based on autograder results)
  • Anonymity options: Students can choose to appear anonymously or with their name

Privacy and Participation

The leaderboard is designed to be optional and privacy-conscious:
  • Instructors can enable or disable the leaderboard per assignment
  • Students can choose whether to display their name or remain anonymous
  • The leaderboard is less prominent in the interface to avoid creating pressure
  • Participation in the competitive aspect is entirely voluntary

How Rankings Work

Rankings are typically based on:
  • Autograder scores
  • Submission timing (if configured by instructor)
  • Completion status
The leaderboard is meant to be a fun, optional feature. Your grade is not affected by your leaderboard position—it’s purely for those who enjoy a competitive element.

Instructor Configuration

Instructors control whether the leaderboard appears for each assignment. If you don’t see a leaderboard tab, your instructor has chosen not to enable this feature for the current assignment.