How do I create a Blackboard Ultra assignment?

Instructions

1. On the Course Content page, select the plus sign wherever you want to add an assignment.

2. Select Create to open the Create Item panel.

3. Select Assignment.

4. In the pop-out sidebar, enter a name for the assignment.

5. Complete the Assignment Information and Settings:

   • Create your assignment: Select the plus sign to open the menu to add text, files, and questions.

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   • Due date: Assignments with due dates automatically show in the course calendar and will be marked late in the grade center. Late submissions are also tracked by the Retention Center. Click on the due date link to change it.

   • Grade category: Assignments are automatically set to the Assignments category, but you can change the category by clicking on it.

   • Grading: Assign the maximum points for the assignment by clicking on Points.

   • Attempts allowed: Assignments are automatically set to allow 1 attempt, but you can change the amounts by clicking on it.

   • More settings are available by clicking on the gear in the top right corner by Assignment Settings.

Availability options.

Students can't see an assignment until you choose to show it.

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You can create all your content ahead of time and choose what you want students to see based on your schedule. You can also set availability conditions based on date, time, and performance on other items in the course gradebook. On the Course Content page, students can see when you set the assignment to appear.

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