Setting Special Access for an Assignment

Introduction:

From the assignment tool, you can set a Special Access accommodation that will apply to a specific assignment in the course.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. 1. Access your course.
2. 2. Click on Activities > Assignments
   
3. 3. Select the arrow next to the assignment name and select Edit Assignment.
   
4. 4. Select Availability Dates and Conditions.
5. 5. Select Manage Special Access.
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7. 6. Select the Allow users with special access to submit outside the normal availability dates for this folder option.
8. 7. Select Add Users to Special Access.
   
9. 8.In the Special Access pop-up window, enter the following:

• Adjust the due date for the assignment extension.
• Select the name of the student you want to grant an extension for.
• Select Save.
  

1. 9. You will see name of the student and the due date listed on the Manage Special Access page. Select Save and Close to return to the Edit Assignment page.
   
2. 10. The number of users who can submit outside normal availability dates will be indicated next to the Key icon under Special Access (see example below).
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Additional Resources:

• • Manage special access for your assignment

Support:

For additional assistance, contact the COLTT Help Desk at 956-665-5327 or 956-882-6792.