Training - Assignments – Sponge Support

Assignments can be distributed through the LMS including uploaded completed tasks from the trainee.

The Assignment can be set up with marking parameters and the results can be recorded against a users training profile.

Create an assignment

From the dashboard go to the Library tab and select Assignments..
Select the blue button labelled +Create new assignment.

Assignment details

Enter the following information

Once you have entered the assignment details, select Save Changes.

Assignment items

Assignment items are tasks that trainees are required to complete and submit as part of the assignment

To edit them:

Select Edit assignment items,
Enter the item name.
Add any notes relating to the assignment item.
Select whether submission is required.
Select + Add row to add additional items if required.
Select Save changes.

Edit Markers

Markers are the managers responsible for reviewing and marking the submitted items. You can also assign different markers to specific organisational units.

Select Edit assignment marker.
Select + Add marker override.
Select the relevant org unit by entering it's name or selecting the three dots to choose manually.
Select the markers (these must be users with management permissions).
Select Save changes.

Resources

Resources allow you to provide additional materials alongside the assignment such as a wording template or additional reading.

Select Save changes once you have added the resources.

Your Assignment will now be listed on the Assignment page.

Marking an Assignment

To Mark an Assignment, click 'Library' on the navigation menu.

Select the assignment you wish to mark.

Field	Description
Assignment Info	Give your assignment a name and include instructions to inform the trainee of the requirements associated with the assignment.
Rubric	This is a set of instructions that is only visible to the marker. These instructions should detail the assessment requirements associated with the assessment.
Tags	If required, you can use tags to group training content.
Availability	This automatically distributes an assignment if it is opened within a module.
Status	You are able to control the status of your assignments (Available, Restricted & Disabled).
Limit to	If required, you are able to limit the assignment to specific Organisational Units.
Folder	You can place the assignment within a specific training folder.
Scoring	You are able to set Assignments with your preferred scoring method. This is either a Pass/Fail, or you can select the 'Scored' option with a 'Max Score' and 'Pass mark'. You will also need to set a 'Default marker', i.e. a user with management permissions on the LMS.