The Add Assignment feature allows
you to create an assignment in any of the Content Areas. This tool
is accessible via the Select: pull down list on the upper right side of the page.
It gives your students access to a drop box and creates an entry in
your online Gradebook, allowing students to upload, save and place
their assignments into the Gradebook.
From the Control Panel:
- Click a selection from Content Areas
- Choose Assignment from the
Select: drop-down list on the upper right side of the page.
- Click the Go
button.
- Under
Assignment Information enter the name of the assignment in the Name
field.
- Enter the Points Possible.
- Enter Instructions in the text box area.
- Under
Assignment Files click to locate and optional File to Attach.
- Under
Options
Make the content available:
Click No if you want your content hidden until a later time. You can change this setting at any time.
- Track number of views:
See how many times each individual views your content.
- Choose date and time restrictions:
Set specific periods that you will allow content to be available.
- Click Submit
.
More Information:
Question: Why would I want to keep my assignment
from being visible?
Answer: If you are not finished with your assignment
you may choose to delay the accessibility of your assignment.
Question: What happens if I do not choose a Display
After/Until Date and Time?
Answer: If you do not click on the Display
check boxes, your assignment will be visible as long as your course
is available.
Question: How does the Add Assignment tool
work with the Digital Drop Box?
Answer: The Assignment tool replaces the Digital
DropBox. This tool allows you to place the assignments within your
content and it gives your students access to a drop box, for this
specific assignment. When a student uploads an assignment, it automatically
creates a category in your Gradebook ready for you to grade.
Question: How do I add a file to my assignment?
Answer: From the Add Assignment page, scroll down
to the Assignment Files section and click the Browse
button. A Choose file window will open up. Locate the file you wish
to add and click the Open button. Scroll down to
the bottom of the page and click the Submit button.

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