D2L - How to Create Submission Folders - For Instructors

Objective

Following these steps will create a Submission Folder in a D2L course so students can submit files for review by the instructor.

Environment

D2L

Before You Begin

Submission folders are used so instructors can review files that students submit. If peer-review is intended instead, see this article (link) for instructions.

Steps

  1. From the course in D2L, select Assessments and go to Assignments
  2. Select New Assignment
  3. Enter a Name for the Submission Folder
  4. Under Submission & Completion, leave the Submission type as File submission, or choose another option.
  5. Set Grade Out Of if this has a score, or Availability Dates & Conditions, if needed.
  6. At the bottom of the page toggle Hidden to make it Visible

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