1.5.6. ThinkWave

ThinkWave is an ad-supported online gradebook software that boasts ease of use and interactivity. There is a premium package that adds several features, but the vast majority is available free.

Good Features:

• Very Easy to Set Up
• Online (can be accessed from anywhere)
• Easy Weighing Sections
• Easy to Add Students and Assignments
• Supports Extra Credit
• Students can turn in assignments online
• Support for points, percentage, letter grades, etc.
• Allows Comments on grades
• Can override letter grades (Although only manually)
• Video Tutorials to get started
• Divided by quarter and has dates for assignments
• Report Card and Transcript support
• Export Grades
• Student and Parent Online Access

Bad Features:

• No Curve Settings
• Web Based (Although still quite responsive)

Missing Features:

• Curve Settings
• "What if" question feature for students
• Late policy scheme
• Graphical way to view grades