How Do I Create an Assignment in Canvas?
Assignments Tab

On the white course navigation menu, click Assignments.
Add Assignment

Click +Assignment to begin creating the new Assignment
Assignment Settings
Various settings can be set on the Assignment Details page:
- Enter the assignment name
- Enter an optional assignment description with included content/text editor.
- Set the assignment settings like point values, and assignments groups. Click here for a more detailed description of the various settings.
- Set the Due, Available from, and Until dates for students.
- Save or Save & Publish the assignment.