Make sure the Edit Mode is On. Click Assessments > Assignment. Enter an assignment name. Enter brief instructions (1-2 lines of text is recommended for accessibility). If you have lengthy assignment instructions, think about attaching a PDF under Assignment Files Set a Due Date. Enter maximum points possible for the assignment. Optional Settings: Expand Submission Details if you need to change assignment from individual to group and/or number of attempts allowed Expand Grading Options if you need to assign TA or Grader to grade the assignment Expand Display of Grades if you want to change grading type or assignment column visibility for students Add a rubric for grading Set a cutoff date by using Available Until date. Click Submit to save. Blackboard Guides