Assignment Title

Overview 

In 1-2 paragraphs, write an introduction for your assignment that provides context or background to the topic area and outlines all of the tasks students are expected to complete. Describe how the assignment specifically aligns to the content and learning goals of a learning module and/or the achievement of course learning outcomes. Provide an estimate for how long it should take students to complete the assignment.  

You will be assessed on your achievement of the following course learning outcomes: 

  • Learning Outcome X
  • Learning Outcome Y
  • Learning Outcome Z

Questions to consider when writing an introduction for assignments/learning activities: 

  • What are the instructional goals for the assignment? 
  • What are students expected to know, learn, or be able to do? 
  • How are students expected to complete this assignment? 

How to Proceed 

Specify each task that should be completed for the assignment/activity. 

  • Task 1 
  • Task 2 
  • Task 3 
  • Task 4 

Additional Information 

Provide links to additional resources that will help students successfully complete the assignment, such as: 

  • Suggested tips & tricks  
  • Recommended layouts (e.g. templates) 
  • Student work samples  

Format 

Describe the desired format for assignments that will be uploaded to or completed in LEARN, including the following details: 

  • Document format (.Doc, .RFT, .PDF) 
  • Font size and style 
  • Margins 
  • Reference style (APA, MLA) 
  • Length (e.g. 500 words) 
  • Spacing (single or double-spaced) 

Submission 

  • Identify the process for naming and submitting learning activity or assignment.  
  • Indicate how a file should be uploaded and shared in LEARN (e.g. email, Dropbox) 
  • Specify if/how students will be penalized for late submissions.  

Due date 

  • Establish due date for learning activity or assignment. 

Evaluation 

  • Describe how students will be evaluated (e.g. clarity, spelling, grammar, punctuation, references, etc.) 
  • Include grading rubric, if applicable.  

Grading 

  • Identify total mark and grading percentage (weight) of assignment.