Contractors were previously limited in after action reviews (AAR), due to certain statement of work regulations, to offering the learners generalized feedback related to performance in Web-based training (WBT). Not directly addressing learner performance through evaluation responses made it difficult to determine the learner's strengths and weaknesses. One possible solution is to use a detailed assessment rubric. An assessment rubric is a form of evaluation that graphically depicts the conditions and standards for a training product. A learner knows exactly what is expected of him or her. In order for the assessment rubric to benefit distance education participants, the rubric should be presented at the beginning of the training and in the AAR. Allowing the learner to review the conditions and standards of the training at the beginning of the event informs the learner of learning expectations. Using the assessment rubric as the AAR, with the learner's results clearly articulated, allows the learner to analyze his or her results. Presenting the assessment rubric graphically helps the learner determine the skills in which he or she is proficient and which skills may need some more development. To design an assessment rubric, the first step is to identify the learning objectives that the learner must successfully meet. The second step is to determine the levels of performance and the criteria for each level. Once the learning objectives, performance levels, and criteria have been determined, the assessment rubric needs to be reviewed by subject matter experts and education specialists. If an assessment rubric is created before the training product, the rubric should be reviewed again so as to ensure its accuracy and appropriateness. An assessment rubric can be a valuable tool for evaluating learner performance if it is well-planned, detailed, and effectively integrated into WBT.