Adding contents/Assignments

Scenario:

Assume you need to add an assignment for the "Networking" subject, which is located in the BSc - IT program under Semester 01. You are responsible for setting up this assignment in Moodle to ensure students can access and submit their work.

Steps to Add an Assignment in Moodle:

1. Log in to Moodle:
   • Access Moodle with your credentials as a teacher or with administrative privileges.

2. Navigate to the Course:
   • From the Moodle dashboard, navigate to "BSc - IT."
   • Go to "Semester 01."
   • Click on the "Networking" course.

3. Turn Editing On:
   • Within the "Networking" course, look for the "Turn editing on" button. This is usually located in the top-right corner of the course page.
   • Click on "Turn editing on."

4. Add an Assignment:
   • Scroll to the section where you want to add the assignment (e.g., Week 1, Topic 1).
   • Click on the "Add an activity or resource" link within that section.

5. Select Assignment:
   • From the pop-up window, select "Assignment" and click "Add."

6. Configure Assignment Settings:
   • Assignment Name: Enter a name for the assignment (e.g., "Networking Assignment 1").
   • Description: Provide a brief description or instructions for the assignment. You can also include any necessary files or links.
   • Display Description on Course Page: Check this box if you want the description to appear on the course page.

7. Set Availability:
   • Allow Submissions From: Set the date and time when students can start submitting their assignments.
   • Due Date: Set the due date and time for the assignment submission.
   • Cut-off Date: Optionally, set a cut-off date for late submissions.

8. Submission Types:
   • Submission Types: Choose the type of submissions you will accept (e.g., file submissions, online text).
   • Maximum Number of Uploaded Files: Set the limit on the number of files students can upload.
   • Maximum Submission Size: Set the maximum file size for submissions.

9. Feedback Types:
   • Choose the types of feedback you will provide (e.g., feedback comments, offline grading worksheet).

10. Grade:
    • Grade: Set the maximum grade for the assignment.
    • Grade Category: Optionally, select a grade category if you have set up categories in your gradebook.

11. Save and Return to Course:
    • Scroll down and click on "Save and return to course" to finalize the assignment setup.

12. Verify Assignment:
    • Back on the course page, verify that the assignment appears in the correct section and that the settings are as desired.