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A Flash Movie of this tutorial is also available at http://www.blackboard.com/quicktutorials/assignments.swf.

The Add Assignment feature allows you to create an assignment in any of the Content Areas. This tool is accessible via the Add Other 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 .

1. Click one of the content areas (Syllabus, Course Information, Course Documents, or Resources). For this training, let’s use “Assignments”.
2. Find the drop-down menu on the right top of the page, select Assignment and then hit Go button.
   
3. Fill the assignment content info. The content information page provides the instructor to have time-release options. The instructor is also able to attach an or some addition material(s).
4. Hit Submit.
5. Confirm by hitting OK.
   

Availbility Options

• Do you want to make the assignment visible? - Select Yes and users will view the Assignment. Select No and the assignment will not be visible to users.
• Do you want to track number of views? - Select Yes and the system will track the number of times Students open this Survey. Select No and this information will not be recorded.
• Availability Dates - Select the range of dates that the assignment will appear. Select dates using the drop-down lists or click on the icon for a calendar interface.
• To display an announcement from a date forward, select a date in the "Display After:" field but do not select the Display Until option.
  To display an announcement for a specific amount of time select a date in the "Display After:" field, check Display Until, and select a date below.
  

More Information

Q: Why would I want to keep my assignment from being visible?

A: If you are not finished with your assignment you may choose to delay the accessibility of your assignment.

Q: What happens if I do not choose a Display After/Until Date and Time?

A: If you do not click on the Display check boxes, your assignment will be visible as long as your course is available.

Q: How does the Add Assignment tool work compare to Digital Drop Box?

A: The Assignment tool replaces the Digital DropBox. This tool allows you to place the assignments within your content and it gives your students option to attach the file, such as a Word document, from this specific assignment. When a student uploads an assignment, it automatically creates a category in your Gradebook ready for you to grade.

Q: Where and how should my student submit their assignment?

A: If the assignment is available, the students will see the "View/Complete Assignment" link. They must click on this link to see the option to attach their assignment file. For more information on how the student can submit an assignment, please click here.

Q: How do I add a file to my assignment?

A: From the Add Assignment page, scroll down to the Content Attachments 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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