Create an assignment submission link
- Log in to the eLearn/ODL portal and open your module.
- Turn on Edit mode using the switch at the top right of the module page.
- When the toggle turns green, Edit mode has been successfully activated.
- Go to the section where you want the submission link to appear. Click Add an activity or resource, then select Assignment.
- In the pop-up window, select the Activities tab the choose the Assignment.
- Enter a clear Assignment name, such as Case Study Submission. Add instructions in the description so students know what to submit.
- Scroll down to the Additional files section and upload any supporting documents or resources required for the assignment.
- Configure the assignment availability by setting the required dates and times (e.g., opening date, due date, and cut-off date, if applicable).
Setting | What it does |
|---|---|
Allow submissions from | Students can start submitting from this date. |
Due date | Work submitted after this date is marked late. |
Cut-off date | Students cannot submit after this date. |
- If the assignment requires students to submit as groups, scroll down to Group submission settings and change Students submit in groups to Yes. Then, select the appropriate Grouping for the student groups.
- Scroll down to Restrict access, add a group restriction, and select the appropriate student group or cohort.
- Scroll down to Completion conditions and configure the requirements students must meet to complete the activity.
- Scroll to the bottom of the page and click Save and display to create the assignment and view the changes.
- To make changes after creating the assignment, open the assignment, click the Settings tab, update the required settings, and save your changes.
Updated on: 29/09/2026
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